Tool Hanger / Setter

First Call Contract Services Limited; Ashford; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 19,000; Full time

Job summary

First Call Contract Services Limited in Ashford is seeking a hands-on Tool Hanger / Setter to join their plastics manufacturing team. You will operate injection moulding machines, perform tool changes and help with tool trials in a busy production environment.

The role is temp-to-perm with a pay rate of £13.00–£14.00 per hour, reflective of experience. You will work 7:00am–3:30pm, Monday to Friday, with opportunities for overtime and training.

Qualifications

• Previous experience operating plastic injection moulding machines is essential.
• Experience with tool changes or setting is advantageous but training is provided.
• Experience with quality control in a manufacturing environment is desired.

Responsibilities

• Operate plastic injection moulding machines safely and efficiently.
• Carry out tool changes and tool setting where required.
• Assist with tool trials and support tooling into production.
• Monitor quality of components and ensure they meet standards.
• Identify quality issues and report to the team.
• Work with toolmakers on tooling repairs and maintenance.
• Coordinate tool changes with charge hands and production schedules.
• Ensure machinery and tooling operate correctly and safely.
• Maintain a clean, safe working environment and follow SOPs.

Skills

Injection moulding experience

Tool changes

Quality control

Attention to detail

Reliability

Teamwork

Job description

Tool Hanger / Setter

Location: Ashford
Salary: £13.00 – £14.00 per hour, depending on experience
Working Hours: 7:00am – 3:30pm, Monday – Friday with a 30-minute unpaid lunch break
Job Type: Temp to Perm

My client is a well-established business specialising in plastic injection moulding. They are looking for an experienced and reliable Tool Hanger / Setter to join their team on a temp-to-perm basis.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone with previous experience operating injection moulding machinery who is looking to develop their skills further within a manufacturing environment. Experience carrying out tool changes and tool setting would be advantageous but is not essential, as further training will be provided.

The successful candidate will be responsible for operating injection moulding machines, carrying out tool changes and assisting with tool trials. You will also monitor the quality of components being produced and work closely with the toolmaking team and chargehands to ensure machinery and tooling are operating effectively.

The role is suited to someone who is hands-on, reliable and confident working both independently and as part of a team. You will need to be comfortable working shifts and following all relevant health and safety procedures.

Key Responsibilities

• Operate plastic injection moulding machinery safely and efficiently

• Carry out tool changes and tool setting where required

• Assist with tool trials and support the introduction of tooling into production

• Monitor the quality of manufactured components and ensure they meet the required standards

• Identify any quality issues and report concerns to the relevant team members

• Work alongside toolmakers to assist with tooling repairs and maintenance

• Work closely with charge hands to coordinate and carry out tool changes

• Ensure machinery and tooling are operating correctly

• Follow production schedules and maintain consistent output

• Maintain a clean, tidy and safe working environment

• Follow all company procedures and health and safety guidelines

• Work effectively as part of the production team while being confident working independently when required

• Carry out any other reasonable duties required by management

Skills, Knowledge and Experience

• Previous experience operating plastic injection moulding machines is essential

• Experience carrying out tool changes or tool setting would be advantageous but is not essential

• Experience assisting with tool trials or working alongside toolmakers would be beneficial

• Good understanding of quality control within a manufacturing environment

• Strong attention to detail when inspecting components and identifying defects

• Reliable and punctual with a strong work ethic

• A practical and hands-on approach to work

• Able to follow instructions and established procedures

• Comfortable working independently and as part of a team

• Willingness to learn new skills and undertake further training

• Comfortable working shifts and with the opportunity to work overtime when required

What We Are Looking For

My client is looking for someone who is reliable, hardworking and experienced in operating injection moulding machinery. The ideal candidate will have a good eye for detail, take pride in producing high-quality components and be willing to develop their knowledge of tool changing and setting.

Previous tool-changing experience would be a bonus but the company is happy to provide further training to the right candidate. A positive attitude, a willingness to learn and the ability to work well with colleagues are essential.

This is a great opportunity to join a specialist manufacturing business in a full-time temp-to-perm position, with the potential to secure permanent employment and develop your skills within the injection moulding industry.