Plastics Supervisor/Setter

TieTalent; Peterborough; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

An established manufacturing company is seeking an experienced Plastics Supervisor/Setter to join their weekend shift team in Peterborough. This hands-on leadership role involves supervising production, maintaining machinery, and ensuring safety and efficiency. Ideal candidates will have significant experience in injection moulding and demonstrated leadership abilities.

Benefits

Weekly pay

Free onsite parking

Company benefits platform

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Set up, adjust, and maintain plastics manufacturing machinery.
• Lead and supervise the weekend production team.
• Monitor production output to ensure targets and quality standards are met.

Skills

Leadership skills

Problem-solving skills

Attention to detail

Job description

About

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.

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• Peterborough, England, United Kingdom
  
  

Languages

• English