Technician - Injection Moulding

1492 Ltd; Waterlooville; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A manufacturing company in Waterlooville is seeking a Technician for Injection Moulding. This full-time role involves optimizing moulding tools and supporting production activities to enhance performance and quality. Candidates should possess NVQ Level 3 in a relevant field and strong experience in moulding processes. The position offers a competitive salary along with opportunities for professional development in a supportive team environment.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Benefits package

Professional development opportunities

Supportive team culture

Qualifications

• Relevant NVQ qualification in injection moulding or equivalent.
• Experience preferred in injection moulding environment.
• Strong knowledge of injection moulding machines.

Responsibilities

• Set up and optimise injection moulding equipment.
• Plan production jobs to streamline operations.
• Troubleshoot process issues effectively.
• Support new product introduction activities.

Skills

Injection moulding knowledge

Troubleshooting skills

Communication

Teamwork

Attention to detail

Education

NVQ Level 3 in injection moulding, engineering, or manufacturing

Completed apprenticeship

Job description

Technician - Injection Moulding

This is a critical hire for the business — a role that will directly shape production performance, efficiency, and customer satisfaction. As a Technician in the mouldshop, you'll be at the heart of operations, ensuring that processes run smoothly, safely, and to the highest standards. Your expertise will make a tangible impact on quality, cost, and delivery outcomes.

🔧 The Role

• Set up and optimise injection moulding tools and ancillary equipment in line with master settings
• Plan and prepare upcoming production jobs to streamline changeovers
• Conduct tool changes and handovers with Quality Technicians, Supervisors, and Operators
• Troubleshoot process issues using structured problem‑solving and root cause analysis
• Capture and share technical knowledge to standardise best practices across the team
• Support new product introduction (NPI) trials and development activities
• Maintain accurate production records and ensure processes remain in control
• Contribute to continuous improvement in cost, quality, and performance

👤 About You

• NVQ Level 3 (or equivalent) in injection moulding, engineering, or manufacturing
• Completed apprenticeship and advanced injection moulding/process technician training
• Strong knowledge of injection moulding machines, ancillary equipment, and materials processing
• Experience in scientific moulding/DOE and problem‑solving techniques
• Excellent troubleshooting skills with a structured approach to corrective actions
• Strong communication and teamwork abilities, with manual dexterity and attention to detail
• Previous experience in an injection moulding environment

Desirable extras

• Knowledge of gate freeze studies, residence time calculations, and clamp tonnage projection
• Familiarity with injection mould tooling and manual handling practices

🌟 What's on Offer

• Full‑time, permanent role (40 hours per week)
• Competitive salary and benefits package
• Opportunities for professional development and career progression
• Be part of a supportive team culture that values safety, pride, and continuous improvement

📩 How to Apply

If you're ready to take on this challenge and contribute to exciting manufacturing projects, send us your CV along with a short cover note highlighting your experience and motivation. We’ll be in touch to discuss next steps.

1492 Ltd and its clients promote a policy of equal opportunities. Our policy is to treat job applicants and employees in the same way regardless of age, gender, marital status, sexual orientation, race, ethnic origin, religion, colour or disability.