Machine Setter

Impact Recruitment Services; Corby; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 43,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Training & development

Permanent role

Career progression

Canteen facilities

Free on-site parking

Job summary

Impact Recruitment Services are sourcing for a Machine Setter for a leading manufacturing business in Corby. The role involves setting up and running production lines, making adjustments to optimise performance and minimise downtime, while ensuring consistent product quality across shifts.

Working on a rotating Panama/Continental pattern (12-hour shifts), you will contribute to safety, efficiency and waste reduction.

Qualifications

• Strong mechanical background gained through relevant experience or qualifications.
• Previous experience in a manufacturing or production environment.
• Confidence in setting up, adjusting and operating machinery.
• Practical approach to fault finding and resolving production issues.
• Understands importance of product quality, efficiency and waste minimisation.

Responsibilities

• Set up and run allocated production lines to meet targets.
• Make machine adjustments to maintain performance and minimise downtime.
• Maintain high product quality throughout each shift.
• Monitor material usage and minimise waste to meet specs.
• Monitor machine performance and take corrective action as needed.
• Complete accurate shift reports and production records.
• Collaborate with shift leaders, material handlers, packers and QA teams.
• Maintain machinery, tools and equipment in good working order.
• Follow health, hygiene, safety and production procedures.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Fault finding

Manufacturing experience

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Education

Engineering qualifications

Job description

Are you an experienced Machine Setter with a strong mechanical background and experience setting and operating production machinery? Are you looking for a permanent opportunity where you can develop your skills, take responsibility for production performance and work within an established manufacturing business? This could be an excellent opportunity to join a stable company offering training and long-term career prospects.

Impact Recruitment are currently working with a leading manufacturing business based in Corby, looking for a Machine Setter to join their production team. This role involves setting up and running production lines, making machine adjustments, maintaining product quality and minimising downtime. Experience within the plastics industry would be advantageous, although candidates with relevant machine-setting experience from other manufacturing environments will also be considered.

Location: Corby

Shift: Panama / Continental shift pattern - 12-hour shifts, 06:00-18:00 and 18:00-06:00, rotating days and nights. Working an average of 42.5 hours per week over a two-week rota, with 7 working days out of 14.

Salary: £35,000 - £43,000 per annum, depending on relevant experience and technical skills

Contract: Permanent

Duties:

• Set up and run allocated production lines efficiently to meet production targets.
• Make machine adjustments to maintain performance, minimise downtime and ensure consistent output.
• Maintain high standards of product quality throughout each shift.
• Monitor material usage, minimise waste and ensure products meet required specifications.
• Monitor machine performance and take corrective action when issues arise.
• Complete accurate shift reports and production records.
• Work closely with shift leaders, material handlers, packers, and quality teams.
• Maintain machinery, tools, and equipment to ensure they remain in good working order.
• Follow company procedures covering health and safety, hygiene, housekeeping, and production standards.

The ideal candidate must:

• Have a strong mechanical background, gained through relevant experience or qualifications.
• Have previous experience in a manufacturing or production environment.
• Be confident setting up, adjusting and operating machinery.
• Have a practical approach to fault finding and resolving production issues.
• Understand the importance of product quality, production efficiency, and minimising waste.
• Be organised, reliable and capable of maintaining accurate records.
• Be comfortable working a rotating Panama shift pattern, including days and nights.
• Have a proactive attitude and be able to work independently and as part of a team.

Desirable:

• Previous experience within the plastics or injection moulding industry.
• Experience setting and adjusting production machinery.
• Experience identifying machine faults and reducing downtime.
• Relevant mechanical or engineering qualifications.

Benefits:

• £35,000 - £43,000 annual salary, depending on experience and technical ability.
• Permanent position within an established manufacturing business.
• Extensive training and development opportunities.
• Long-term career prospects and potential for progression.
• Good canteen facilities.
• Free on-site parking.