Plastics Supervisor/Setter

Impact Recruitment Services; Cambridgeshire and Peterborough; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A market-leading manufacturer in Cambridgeshire seeks an experienced Plastics Supervisor/Setter for their weekend shift. This role combines technical skills with team supervision, requiring a minimum of 3 years in injection moulding and leadership experience. The position offers competitive pay, weekly shifts, and a supportive team environment. If you are a qualified injection moulding professional, apply today with your CV.

Benefits

Weekly pay

Free onsite parking

Shift allowance

Company benefits platform

Full training and support

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years' experience in injection moulding.
• Hands-on experience in machine setting and troubleshooting.
• At least 2 years of supervisory experience in production.

Responsibilities

• Set up and maintain plastics manufacturing machinery.
• Lead and supervise the weekend production team.
• Troubleshoot machine and process issues.

Skills

Injection moulding experience

Machine setting

Team leadership

Problem-solving

Health & safety regulations

Job description

Impact Recruitment are currently working with a market-leading manufacturer who produce high-quality drain covers used across infrastructure and construction projects.

As a growing business with a strong focus on quality, safety, and teamwork, they are now looking to recruit an experienced Plastics Supervisor/Setter to join their weekend shift team. This is a hands-on leadership role, combining technical setting skills with team supervision and production management.

Supervisor/Setter - Weekend Shift
Location: Yaxley, Cambridgeshire
Salary: 19.24 per hour + 100 weekly shift allowance
Hours: Friday to Sunday, 05:45 - 18:00
Contract: Full-time, Permanent

Key Responsibilities:

• Set up, adjust, and maintain plastics manufacturing machinery
• Lead and supervise the weekend production team
• Troubleshoot machine and process issues to minimise downtime
• Train and support operators on equipment and procedures
• Monitor production output to ensure targets and quality standards are met
• Carry out quality checks and ensure safety protocols are followed
• Support continuous improvement and efficiency efforts

Required Experience:

• Minimum 3 years' experience working in an injection moulding environment
• Hands-on experience in machine setting and troubleshooting
• At least 2 years of supervisory or team leadership in a factory/production setting
• Strong understanding of health & safety regulations
• Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail
• Proactive approach to process improvements
• Flexible and adaptable to changing business needs

Benefits:

• Weekly pay
• Free onsite parking
• 100 shift allowance (weekends)
• Company benefits platform (store cashback and discounts)
• Full training and support provided
• Friendly and supportive team environment

If you're an experienced injection moulding professional with leadership skills, apply today with your up-to-date CV.
Impact Recruitment are working on behalf of a client to fill this vacancy.