Injection Moulding Process Specialist

GreenBlue Urban; Ewhurst Green; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Forklift Licence

Overhead Crane certification

Slinging and Lifting certification

Job summary

GreenBlue Urban is seeking an experienced Injection Moulding Setter to join our production team. You will set up, operate and maintain injection moulding machines, perform tool changes, monitor runs and optimise settings to hit productivity and quality targets.

You will fault-find, inspect tooling, participate in maintenance, and ensure compliance with health & safety and ISO standards. Shift work and team collaboration are required for continuous improvement.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as an Injection Moulding Setter or Skilled Operator.
• Strong understanding of injection moulding processes and machine operation.
• Experience carrying out mould/tool changes.
• Knowledge of process optimisation and troubleshooting techniques.
• Ability to read technical drawings and manufacturing documentation.
• Experience using measuring and inspection equipment.
• Good understanding of Health & Safety requirements within a manufacturing environment.
• Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
• Good communication and teamwork skills.

Responsibilities

• Set up and operate injection moulding machines to production specifications.
• Perform mould/tool changes safely and efficiently.
• Start-up, shut-down, and monitor production runs.
• Optimise machine settings to achieve maximum productivity and quality.
• Adjust process parameters as required to maintain product conformity.
• Ensure production targets are achieved while minimising waste and downtime.
• Carry out mould and tool changes in accordance with company procedures.
• Inspect moulds, tools, and associated equipment before and after use.
• Conduct routine servicing and preventative maintenance on moulding machines and ancillary equipment.
• Assist with mould maintenance and minor repairs.
• Ensure all tooling is stored, maintained, and recorded correctly.
• Perform first-off, in-process, and final quality inspections.
• Use measuring equipment including calipers, micrometers, gauges, and other inspection tools.
• Identify and report defects, non-conformances, and quality concerns.
• Maintain accurate production and quality records.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives to improve product quality.
• Diagnose and resolve machine, tooling, and process-related issues.
• Investigate moulding defects such as flash, sink marks, short shots, burn marks, warpage, and contamination.
• Implement corrective actions to minimise downtime.
• Escalate complex technical issues when required.
• Support root cause analysis and corrective action processes.
• Operate all machinery in accordance with Health and Safety regulations.
• Comply with company policies, risk assessments, and safe systems of work.
• Follow Lock Out/Tag Out (LOTO) procedures during maintenance and tool changes.
• Ensure compliance with ISO standards and customer quality requirements where applicable.
• Maintain a clean and organised working environment in accordance with 5S principles.
• Report hazards, accidents, near misses, and unsafe conditions immediately.
• Complete production documentation accurately and on time.
• Record machine settings, downtime, maintenance activities, and quality checks.
• Support production planning and shift handovers through effective communication.
• Participate in audits and compliance inspections as required.

Skills

Injection moulding

Machine operation

Tool changes

Process optimisation

Reading drawings

Measuring equipment

Health & Safety

Problem solving

Teamwork

Shift work

Education

NVQ Level 3 or equivalent

Tools

Calipers

Micrometers

Measuring equipment

Job description

GreenBlue Urban is seeking an experienced Injection Moulding Setter to join our production team. You will set up, operate and maintain injection moulding machines, perform tool changes, monitor runs and optimise settings to hit productivity and quality targets.

You will fault-find, inspect tooling, participate in maintenance, and ensure compliance with health & safety and ISO standards. Shift work and team collaboration are required for continuous improvement.