Night Shift Injection Moulding Setter / Supervisor – Full Time – Borstal

Catering; Rochester; On-site; GBP 36,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Catering in Rochester is seeking an experienced Injection Moulding Setter/Supervisor for the night shift. You will oversee six operators and work with Production to run safe, efficient processes on the night shift.

Perfect for someone stepping up to supervision or a hands-on leader who enjoys technical work; salary £36,000–£45,000 depending on experience, with a permanent role on nights.

Qualifications

• Experience as an Injection Moulding Setter or Technician.
• Strong knowledge of injection moulding processes and troubleshooting.
• Supervisory or team-leader experience is desirable.
• Experience with automation, robots, Lean or ISO systems would be advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Set and start injection moulding machines.
• Carry out mould tool changes.
• Troubleshoot moulding, machine and process issues.
• Optimise cycle times, quality and productivity.
• Lead and support a team of six operators.
• Monitor production and minimise downtime.
• Complete production and quality documentation.
• Promote Health & Safety, housekeeping and 5S standards.
• Support continuous improvement and automation projects.
• Work closely with Production, Maintenance and Quality teams.

Skills

Injection moulding

Troubleshooting

Supervisory experience

Communication

Organisational skills

Problem solving

Tools

Mould tooling changes

Automation/robotics

Job description

Night Shift Injection Moulding Setter / Supervisor

Rochester

£36-45,000 basic per annum dependant on experience

5.45pm-4am Monday to Thursday

A growing manufacturing business is looking for an experienced Injection Moulding Setter / Supervisor to join its night shift team.

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Setter looking to progress into supervision, or an established Supervisor who enjoys a hands‑on technical role. Working closely with the Production Manager, you will oversee a team of six operators and ensure the night shift runs safely, efficiently and to the required quality standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Set and start injection moulding machines
• Carry out mould tool changes
• Troubleshoot moulding, machine and process issues
• Optimise cycle times, quality and productivity
• Lead and support a team of six operators
• Monitor production and minimise downtime
• Complete production and quality documentation
• Promote Health & Safety, housekeeping and 5S standards
• Support continuous improvement and automation projects
• Work closely with Production, Maintenance and Quality teams

About You

• Previous experience as an Injection Moulding Setter or Technician is essential
• Strong knowledge of injection moulding processes and troubleshooting
• Experience with mould tool changes
• Able to work independently and make decisions on night shift
• Good communication and organisational skills
• Hands‑on, proactive approach to problem solving
• Previous supervisory/team leader experience is desirable
• Experience with automation, robots, Lean or ISO systems would be advantageous

Salary: £36000 – £45000/annum

Job Type: Permanent

Location: Rochester, ENG, ME2, GB