Injection Moulding Technician

ReQuire Consultancy; Greater London; On-site; GBP 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A well-established UK manufacturer is seeking an experienced Injection Moulding Technician to join their production team. In this hands-on role, you will set up, operate, and maintain injection moulding machines, ensuring quality and production targets are met. Key responsibilities include supporting operators, performing fault-finding, and adhering to strict Health & Safety standards. The position offers a salary of £35,000 per annum plus shift allowances, 23 days of holiday, and additional benefits such as free onsite parking and gym access.

Benefits

23 days' holiday plus bank holidays

Free onsite parking

Free access to an onsite gym

10% early shift allowance

20% late shift allowance

Qualifications

• Proven experience as an Injection Moulding Technician, Setter, or Process Technician.
• Strong understanding of injection moulding processes and general manufacturing practices.
• Hands-on experience with machine set-up, tool changes, and fault-finding.

Responsibilities

• Setting up and operating injection moulding machines in line with production plans and specifications.
• Installing and changing mould tools safely and efficiently.
• Monitoring product quality against specification sheets and control samples.
• Carrying out preventative maintenance and resolving technical or mechanical issues to minimise downtime.
• Supporting and guiding operators on correct materials, processes, and quality standards.

Skills

Injection moulding processes

Machine set-up

Fault-finding

Communication skills

Health & Safety awareness

Job description

We are working with a well-established UK manufacturer to recruit an experienced Injection Moulding Technician to join their production team. This is a hands‑on technical role, suited to a skilled Injection Moulding Setter or Process Technician looking for a stable, well‑run manufacturing environment with modern equipment and clear standards.

The role focuses on tool setting, machine operation, fault‑finding, and process control, while supporting operators to ensure consistent quality, safety, and performance across shifts.

The Role

You will take ownership of the technical set‑up and running of injection moulding machines, ensuring production targets and quality standards are met.

Key responsibilities include:

• Setting up and operating injection moulding machines in line with production plans and specifications
• Installing and changing mould tools safely and efficiently
• Monitoring product quality against specification sheets and control samples
• Carrying out preventative maintenance and resolving technical or mechanical issues to minimise downtime
• Supporting and guiding operators on correct materials, processes, and quality standards
• Ensuring Health & Safety procedures are followed at all times
• Maintaining accurate production and maintenance documentation
• Communicating daily with the Mouldings Manager regarding performance, issues, and improvement opportunities
• Assisting with operator training alongside Team Leaders

This is a practical, on‑the‑tools position within a shift‑based manufacturing environment.

Shift Pattern

You will work an alternating weekly shift pattern:

• Early shift: 6:00am – 2:00pm, Monday to Friday
  (1:00pm finish on Fridays – includes a 20‑minute paid break)
• Late shift: 2:00pm – 12:00am, Monday to Thursday
  (includes two 15‑minute breaks – one paid, one unpaid)

A 10% shift allowance applies to early shifts and a 20% shift allowance applies to late shifts.

About You

Ideally, we are looking for some of the following:

• Proven experience as an Injection Moulding Technician, Setter, or Process Technician
• Strong understanding of injection moulding processes and general manufacturing practices
• Hands‑on experience with machine set‑up, tool changes, and fault‑finding
• Good communication skills and the ability to support and guide operators
• A strong awareness of Health & Safety and quality standards
• A proactive, organised approach and the ability to work effectively as part of a team

What’s on Offer

• Salary of £35,000 per annum plus shift allowance
• 23 days’ holiday plus bank holidays
• Free onsite parking
• Free access to an onsite gym
• A stable, well‑structured manufacturing environment with a strong focus on quality and safety