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Injection Moulding Setter/Technician
Hi-Tech Plastics
England
On-site
GBP 30,000 - 37,000
Full time
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Job summary
An established industry player is looking for an Injection Moulding Setter/Technician to join their dynamic team in Blackburn. This role offers the opportunity to work in a modern and progressive environment, where you will be responsible for setting and optimising injection moulding machines, conducting tool trials, and managing a team of operators. With a focus on thermoplastics, you will play a crucial role in the production of high-quality moulding tools for various industries, including pharmaceutical and automotive. If you have a passion for moulding processes and are eager to advance your career, this position is perfect for you.
Qualifications
- Experience in setting and optimising injection moulding machines.
- Strong knowledge of thermoplastics and moulding processes.
Responsibilities
- Setting and optimising injection moulding machines and auxiliary equipment.
- Conducting tool trials and managing labourers on shift.
Skills
Job description
At Hi-Tech Plastics we are seeking an Injection Moulding Setter/Technician to join our busy and fast-moving team based in Blackburn. You will work in a modern, progressive and expanding company alongside an excellent team in an environment with scope to progress further within the company.
You will be working day shifts, Monday-Thursday, 08:00-17:00 and Friday, 08:00-15:00.
As an Injection Moulding Setter/Technician your duties will include:
- Setting and optimising injection moulding machines and all assorted auxiliary equipment.
- Loading tools when required and conducting tool trials.
- Tooling with single and multi-hot runner systems.
- Conducting tool trials with customers.
- Managing labourers and operators on the shift.
To be a successful Injection Moulding Setter/Technician you will have the following skills and experience:
- Knowledge of most types of thermoplastics.
- Excellent understanding of the moulding process with good troubleshooting skills.
- Good knowledge of hot runner systems, both single and multi-cavity.
- Excellent understanding of all types of injection mould tools.
Hi-Tech Plastics design and manufacture injection moulding tools/components for the pharmaceutical, automotive, electronic, and industrial markets. We also offer a tool repair and maintenance service. Hi-Tech Plastics runs 27 injection machines supplying various industries and we use most thermoplastic materials.
In return, the Injection Moulding Setter/Technician will receive a salary of £30,000 - £37,000 per annum depending on experience.
If you are interested in joining Hi-Tech Plastics as a Setter/Technician, click apply now and send an updated copy of your CV today!
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