Moulding Maintenance Technician Nights Electrically Bias

JR United Kingdom; Plymouth; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A global manufacturer is seeking an experienced Moulding Maintenance Technician for night shifts in Plymouth. The successful candidate will operate injection moulding machines and troubleshoot equipment issues, with opportunities for career progression and a comprehensive benefits package, including medical insurance and a pension scheme.

Benefits

Private Medical Insurance

Life assurance and critical illness cover

Matched contribution Pension scheme up to 10%

Share save scheme matched up to £150/month

Employee Assistance Program

Flexible benefits including cycle to work scheme

Free on-site car parking

24 days holiday + 8 statutory Bank Holidays

Qualifications

• Minimum of a Level 3 Electrical Engineering qualification.
• Experience in a technical role in manufacturing.
• Ability to follow SOPs and read engineering drawings.

Responsibilities

• Operating injection moulding machines to produce plastic components.
• Troubleshooting issues with machines through root cause analysis.
• Completing routine planned maintenance tasks.

Skills

Fault finding on mechanical equipment

Attention to detail

Effective communication

Basic computer literacy

Education

Level 3 Electrical Engineering qualification

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Client:

TQR

Location:

plymouth, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

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EU work permit required:

Yes

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Posted:

20.07.2025

Expiry Date:

03.09.2025

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Job Description:

Experienced Maintenance Technician required to work within the moulding team for a Global manufacturer at their Plymouth based site. As part of the Manufacturing Engineering Team, the successful candidate will be responsible for the production of plastic components using injection moulding machines and will come from an Engineering background coupled with previous injection moulding experience.

If you would like to work for a company that will offer you a career path & fantastic benefits package then look no further!

Key Responsibilities:

• Operating injection moulding machines to produce plastic components according to specifications.
• Troubleshooting any issues with the machines or processes through root cause analysis and technical fault finding (Mechanical & Electrical).
• Completion of routine planned maintenance - Weekly, Monthly & 6 Monthly.
• Assisting PM Technician with annual maintenance tasks on machines.
• Working safely and adhering to all health and safety regulations and internal procedures.
• Participating in continuous improvement initiatives to increase efficiency and reduce waste (e.g. 5S, Gemba Activities, Kaizen).
• Collaborating with all members of shift core team including Operators, Quality Technicians, Engineers and Shift Leaders.
• Documenting production data and maintaining accurate records through SAP.
• Conducting regular inspections of equipment and materials to ensure compliance with regulatory requirements.
• Maintaining a clean and organized work area.

Essential Qualifications, Experience and Candidate Attributes Required:

Minimum of a level 3 Electrical Engineering qualification.

Previous experience in a Technical based role in a manufacturing environment.

Ability to fault find on mechanical and/or electrical equipment.

The ability to follow written work instruction (SOPs) and read Engineering drawings.

Familiarity with lean manufacturing principles.

Excellent attention to detail.

Effective communication skills and ability to collaborate with others.

Basic computer literacy and proficiency in Microsoft Office applications (e.g. outlook)

Highly Beneficial Experience:

Previous experience in Injection Moulding would be highly desirable.

Benefits Package on offer:

Private Medical Insurance.

Life assurance and critical illness cover.

Matched contribution Pension scheme up to 10% of salary.

Share save scheme matched up to £150 per month.

Reward & recognition scheme linked to Health and Safety and Continuous Improvement.

Employee Assistance Program, supporting physical, mental and financial wellbeing.

Flexible benefits including cycle to work scheme.

Subsidised canteen.

Free on-site car parking.

24 days holiday + 8 statutory Bank Holidays per year (rising to 25 days holiday + 8 days BH after 5 years of service).

The successful candidate must be able to work a continual 3 on 3 off night shift pattern working 23:00 to 11:00. If a period of training is required on days the successful candidate will not receive shift premium during the training period.

Please note, This client does not offer Skilled Worker Visa Sponsorship, therefore candidates who apply for this position must have the immediate right to work in the UK.

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