Senior Injection Moulding Setter – Panama Shift Leader

Omega Resource Group; Lichfield; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 38,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Training & development

Career progression

Job summary

Omega Resource Group is seeking a Shift Injection Moulding Setter Leader to join its Panama shift pattern in a fast-paced manufacturing environment. You will oversee tool changes, set moulding machines to plan, and drive safety and quality across the line.

The role requires a professional qualification in Injection Moulding and Automated Systems, plus strong problem-solving, fault-finding and leadership abilities to support operators on shift.

Qualifications

• Professional qualification in Injection Moulding and Automated Systems.
• Experience setting injection moulding machines in a manufacturing environment.
• Strong knowledge of injection moulding processes and tooling.
• Excellent problem-solving and fault-finding abilities.
• Strong organisational skills with ability to prioritise workload.
• Excellent communication across all levels of the business.

Responsibilities

• Setting and optimising injection moulding machines in line with production plans and product specifications
• Carrying out safe mould tool changes in accordance with company procedures
• Performing basic first-line maintenance on mould tools and production equipment
• Completing and documenting daily and weekly safety checks
• Ensuring mould tools are installed correctly and products meet specification sheets and control samples
• Monitoring product quality and implementing corrective actions where required
• Ensuring the correct materials and stock are used throughout the manufacturing process
• Supporting production operators and providing specialist technical guidance
• Maintaining accurate manufacturing documentation, machine records and product labelling
• Communicating technical issues and production risks to the wider production team
• Driving efficient working practices and continuous improvement initiatives across the department
• Maintaining a safe, organised and clean working environment at all times

Skills

Problem solving

Fault-finding

Communication skills

Leadership

Teamwork

Organisational skills

Education

Injection Moulding qualification

Tools

Excel

Outlook

Word

Job description

Omega Resource Group is seeking a Shift Injection Moulding Setter Leader to join its Panama shift pattern in a fast-paced manufacturing environment. You will oversee tool changes, set moulding machines to plan, and drive safety and quality across the line.

The role requires a professional qualification in Injection Moulding and Automated Systems, plus strong problem-solving, fault-finding and leadership abilities to support operators on shift.