Moulding Technician

Octagon Group; England; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading manufacturing company is seeking a skilled Moulding Technician in Newhaven to ensure the efficient running of injection moulding machines. The role focuses on technical improvements, mentoring apprentices, and maintaining product quality. This is a hands-on position requiring relevant qualifications and significant experience in the field.

Qualifications

• Time-served apprenticeship or relevant qualification in plastics or tool setting.
• Significant experience with injection moulding and tool setting.
• Strong problem-solving skills and mechanical aptitude.

Responsibilities

• Operate and set up injection moulding machines and automation equipment.
• Support the introduction of new tooling and products into production.
• Mentor and train apprentices and junior setters.

Skills

Problem-solving

Mechanical aptitude

Education

Time-served apprenticeship

Relevant qualification in plastics or tool setting

Job description

New Moulding Technician job in Newhaven

A new opportunity has arisen for a Moulding Technician in Newhaven to join a busy manufacturing team. This hands–on role is key to ensuring the efficient running of injection moulding machines, supporting continuous improvement, and maintaining high product quality.

Key Responsibilities for the Moulding Technician job in Newhaven:

• Operate and set up a range of injection moulding machines and automation equipment.
• Ensure machinery is safe and regularly maintained.
• Support the introduction of new tooling and products into production.
• Lead technical improvements and assist with lean manufacturing initiatives.
• Mentor and train apprentices and junior setters as needed.

Required Skills and Experience Moulding Technician job in Newhaven:

• Time–served apprenticeship or relevant qualification in plastics or tool setting.
• Significant experience with injection moulding and tool setting.
• Strong problem–solving skills and mechanical aptitude.

This Moulding Technician role based in Newhaven offers a great opportunity to be part of a forward–thinking manufacturing team, where technical input and continuous improvement are highly valued. If you're ready for a new challenge apply now.