Mould Process Technician

Sierra 57 Consult Ltd; Cherwell District; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary increase after probation

Long service awards

25 days holiday + BH + extra day per 2

Healthcare

Life Assurance 3x Annual Salary

Employee Assistance Scheme

Enhanced Maternity/Paternity Leave

Cycle to work scheme

Learning & Development Opportunities

Annual Merit Review

Job summary

Sierra 57 Consult Ltd is seeking a skilled Mould Process Technician to join a leading injection moulding manufacturer. You will support the manufacturing team, train setters, troubleshoot processes, and implement improvements to boost output and quality.

Ideal candidates have several years in injection moulding, with experience on various materials and a proactive, continuous-improvement mindset. This on-site role offers development opportunities and a commitment to safety.

Qualifications

• Several years' experience in setting, conditioning and optimising injection moulding processes.
• Experience with a range of materials.
• Proactive approach to continuous improvement.

Responsibilities

• Support manufacturing to maintain processes and meet output targets.
• Train and develop Setters and Operators in skills, quality, and safety.
• Troubleshoot processing problems and document fixes.
• Introduce new products to plant in a structured, timely way.
• Monitor equipment, perform preventative maintenance, and improve cycle times.

Skills

Injection moulding

Fault finding

Process optimisation

Health & Safety COSHH

Communication skills

Flexible working hours

Team collaboration

Tools

ABB 6-axis robots

ABB 3-axis robots

Job description

Job Overview

Working closely with our client, a leading injection moulding manufacturer, we are looking for a Mould Process Technician to join their team at an exciting time for the business

Benefits

• Salary raising after passed probation
• Long Service Awards
• 25 days holiday + bank holidays + extra day for every 2 years' service
• Healthcare
• Life Assurance 3x Annual Salary
• Employee Assistance Scheme
• Enhanced Maternity and Paternity Leave
• Cycle to work scheme
• Extensive Learning & Development Opportunities
• Annual Merit Review

Remit

• This is a fantastic opportunity for a skilled injection moulding professional to join a forward-thinking company who place the wellbeing and development of their staff at the forefront of the business
• This position will suit an experienced Injection Moulding Setter or Technician looking to further their career within injection moulding
• Candidates MUST HAVE several years' experience within setting, conditioning and process optimisation of injection moulding machines and experience with a range of materials.

Role

• In the role of Process Technician, you will provide a comprehensive support to the manufacturing team to ensure that all relevant processes are maintained to achieve output and business demands
• Ensure Mould Setters and Production Operators are trained and developed to attain consistent skills standards and approach to quality, machinery and health and safety
• Rectifies processing problems using fault finding skills and documents accordingly to ensure processes followed
• Introduces new products into plant in a structured, timely and efficient manner
• Monitors equipment, troubleshoots and takes preventative action to ensure machinery is kept in safe working order
• Liaises with other department to ensure customer needs are understood and acted upon
• Carries out continuous improvement on cycle times and machine layouts
• Ensures optimisation of equipment and processes in conjunction with Continuous Improvement Manager
• Deputises for Team Leader and/or Mould Setter roles on own shift and other shifts if necessary
• Ensure high standards of housekeeping are maintained
• Ensure adherence to health and safety guidelines including appropriate use of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE).

Experience

• Fully conversant with injection moulding processes
• Strong fault-finding skills in both tools and product
• Knowledge of ABB 6 axis and 3 axis robots an advantage
• Good knowledge of health and safety, including COSHH
• Strong problem-solving skills
• Proactive approach to continuous improvement
• Flexible approach to working hours
• Strong communication skills across all areas

Key Words

“Process Technician”, “Mould Technician”, “Injection Moulding Setter”, “Mould Process Technician”, “Process Engineer”, “Plastics”, “Injection Moulding”

Eligibility

For all UK job positions work seekers must be eligible to work and live in the UK