Injection Moulding Technician

Staffline; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading plastics manufacturer in Oxfordshire is seeking an experienced Injection Moulding Setter to join their production team. You will be responsible for preparing machines for mould changes, monitoring machine performance, and ensuring quality standards. The ideal candidate will have proven experience in injection moulding, formal qualifications in the field, and strong problem-solving skills. This role offers a competitive salary with various benefits including a bonus scheme and training opportunities.

Benefits

Competitive basic salary with shift allowance

Discretionary bonus scheme

Up to 5% matched pension contribution

Life assurance (4x annual salary)

20 days annual leave

Employee discount schemes

Eyecare vouchers

Cycle to work scheme

Training and development opportunities

Free onsite parking

Qualifications

• Proven experience as an Injection Moulding Setter in a production environment.
• Strong communication skills across all levels of the business.
• IMT qualification is desirable but not essential.

Responsibilities

• Prepare machines for mould changes, ensuring tools and materials are ready.
• Safely remove and install moulds following company procedures.
• Monitor machine performance and quality standards, taking corrective action.

Skills

Injection Moulding Setting

Problem-solving

Teamwork

Communication

Education

Formal qualifications in Injection Moulding Setting/Processing

Tools

Lifting equipment

Cranes

Powered pallet trucks

Job description

Role: Injection Moulding Setter

Location: Oxfordshire

Salary: Competitive DOE

Shift: 3-On, 3-Off, 12-hour rotating days (07:00-19:00)

We are working with a leading plastics manufacturer, seeking an experienced Injection Moulding Setter to join their busy production team in Oxfordshire. This is a great opportunity to join a well-established company producing high-quality plastic components for a variety of industries.

Responsibilities – Injection Moulding Setter

• Prepare machines and production areas for mould changes, ensuring all tools, materials, and equipment are ready for efficient and safe changeovers.
• Safely remove and install moulds, following all safe systems of work (SSOWs) and company procedures.
• Carry out routine machine setups and adjustments to achieve consistent, high-quality parts.
• Monitor machine performance, cycle times, and quality standards, taking corrective action where necessary.
• Complete production and quality documentation accurately, including shot settings, setup sheets, and performance logs.
• Identify, report, and resolve machine or process issues to maintain production uptime.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives including SMED, TPM, automation, and material efficiency.
• Promote a culture of safety, quality, and teamwork within the production area.
• Maintain a clean, safe, and organised working environment at all times.

Requirements – Injection Moulding Setter

• Proven experience as an Injection Moulding Setter in a production environment.
• Formal qualifications in Injection Moulding Setting/Processing.
• Experience operating lifting equipment, cranes, and powered pallet trucks (PPT).
• Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to remain calm under pressure.
• Team player with a flexible and proactive approach.
• IMT qualification is desirable but not essential.
• Strong communication skills across all levels of the business.

Benefits – Injection Moulding Setter

• Competitive basic salary with shift allowance.
• Discretionary bonus scheme.
• Up to 5% matched pension contribution.
• Life assurance (4x annual salary).
• 20 days annual leave.
• Employee discount schemes.
• Eyecare vouchers.
• Cycle to work scheme.
• Training and development opportunities.
• Free onsite parking.

For further details, please contact Kieren Provis on [e-mail]

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