Injection Moulding Operator

Thorn Baker Group; Barlborough; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Thorn Baker Group is seeking an experienced Injection Moulding Operator to join a busy manufacturing site in the Chesterfield area. You will operate injection moulding machines and automated lines, monitor output and perform quality checks.

The role requires at least 3 years' injection moulding experience, fault finding skills and the ability to work a continental 4 on 4 off shift (days and nights). A full UK driving licence and own transport are essential.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years' injection moulding experience.
• Experience with automated production machinery.
• Full UK driving licence and own transport essential.

Responsibilities

• Operating injection moulding machines and automated production lines.
• Monitoring machinery and maintaining production output.
• Carrying out regular quality checks and inspections.
• Identifying faults and assisting with basic breakdown repairs.
• Supporting machine maintenance, cleaning and lubrication.
• Assisting with occasional tool changes and adjustments.
• Completing production paperwork and following health & safety procedures.

Skills

Moulding experience

Quality control

Independent worker

Tools

Injection moulding machines

Automated production lines

Job description

Injection Moulding Operator - Chesterfield

£17.60 per hour | 4 On 4 Off | Days & Nights

Thorn Baker Industrial Recruitment are recruiting for an experienced Injection Moulding Operator to join a busy manufacturing business based in the Chesterfield area.

This is a long-term opportunity for someone with at least 3 years' injection moulding experience, operating automated machinery within a fast-paced production environment.

The Role:

• Operating injection moulding machines and automated production lines
• Monitoring machinery and maintaining production output
• Carrying out regular quality checks and inspections
• Identifying faults and assisting with basic breakdown repairs
• Supporting machine maintenance, cleaning and lubrication
• Assisting with occasional tool changes and adjustments
• Completing production paperwork and following health & safety procedures

Hours & Pay:

• £17.60 per hour
• 4 on 4 off continental shift pattern
• 2 x 12-hour days (6am - 6pm)
• 2 x 12-hour nights (6pm - 6am)
• 4 days off

What We're Looking For:

• Minimum 3 years' injection moulding machine operating experience (essential)
• Experience with automated production machinery
• Good understanding of quality control
• Basic mechanical fault finding skills
• Pneumatic or electrical knowledge advantageous
• Reliable, flexible and able to work independently
• Full UK driving licence and own transport essential