Moulding Technician

Optima UK Inc Ltd; Leicester Forest East; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading manufacturing firm in Leicester is seeking an experienced Moulding Machine Setter. The ideal candidate will have experience setting mould machines ranging from 35 to 200 tons and familiarity with engineering polymers. Responsibilities include ensuring zero defects and maintaining machine cleanliness. This permanent role offers a competitive pay structure and various benefits, including a company pension and 25 days holiday.

Benefits

Permanent position

Company pension

25 days holiday + bank holidays

Free parking

Company events

Performance based bonus

Qualifications

• Must have experience of setting mould machines between 35 to 200 tons (ideally Arburg).
• Experience in multi cavity, hot runner and hot tip systems.
• Must be self-motivated, adaptable and organised.

Responsibilities

• Fit and set both insert and full tools to our range of moulding machines.
• Ensure zero moulding defects or rework.
• Complete first off inspection of parts.

Skills

Setting mould machines

Knowledge of engineering polymers

Lean and/or 5S

Quality focus

Adaptability

Job description

Overview

Job Role: Moulding Machine Setter

Location: Leicestershire

Shift: 3pm to 11pm Monday to Thursday / 1:30pm to 8pm on Friday

Pay: Negotiable

Benefits

• Permanent position
• Company pension
• 25 days holiday + bank holidays
• Free parking
• Company events
• Company performance based bonus

Our Client

An established plastic injection moulder who designs and manufacture a range of products for Automotive, Medical, Electrical, Audio and more are looking for an experienced Moulding Machine Setter to join their team.

Responsibilities

• Fit and set both insert and full tools to our range of moulding machines
• Ensure zero moulding defects or rework
• Ensure cycle rates are achieved or exceeded
• Carry out cleaning of the machines to ensure 100% uptime
• Complete first off inspection of parts
• Basic maintenance and cleaning of tools before, after or during production runs
• Keep a tidy and safe working environment
• Operate up to 5 machines when required when machine setting is not required

Experience / Qualifications

• Must have experience of setting mould machines between 35 to 200 tons (ideally Arburg)
• Experience in multi cavity, hot runner and hot tip systems
• Knowledge of engineering polymers and the optimisation and processing of these materials
• A constant focus on quality and speed
• Experience of Lean and/ or 5S is an advantage
• Must be self-motivated, adaptable and organised and be able to use your own initiative.
• A positive can-do attitude is encouraged and embraced

How to Apply

Apply: To apply for this role, please submit an up to date CV and one of our Consultants will be in touch