Senior Injection Moulding Supervisor

palebluedotrecruitment

Wicklow

On-site

EUR 70,000 - 90,000

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary commensurate with experience

Company pension scheme with employer contributions

Performance-related bonus

Career advancement and leadership development programmes

Tuition support for further education

Exposure to cutting-edge moulding, robotics, and automation technology

Job summary

Palebluedotrecruitment is seeking a Moulding Department Senior Lead to join a market leader in precision manufacturing located in Wicklow, Ireland. This high-impact role involves overseeing daily performance, quality, and strategic direction of the moulding department while ensuring safety and productivity.

Key responsibilities include leading and coaching a team of technicians, managing moulding operations, ensuring compliance with standards, and troubleshooting machine issues. The ideal candidate will possess over 5 years of experience in injection moulding, strong leadership skills, and knowledge in a regulated environment.

Qualifications

Minimum 5+ years of injection moulding experience, with at least 2 years in a supervisory or leadership role.
Advanced knowledge of moulding processes, materials, tooling, and machine troubleshooting.
Experience in a regulated manufacturing environment (medical device, pharma, aerospace, etc.).
Strong working knowledge of lean principles, 5S, and process optimisation.

Responsibilities

Lead, coach, and support a team of moulding technicians and operators across multiple shifts.
Oversee day-to-day moulding operations to meet output, quality, and delivery targets.
Ensure adherence to internal quality standards, customer requirements, and regulatory guidelines.
Troubleshoot complex moulding or machine-related issues.

Skills

Team leadership and people development

Operational excellence and production planning

Data-driven problem solving and root cause analysis

Clear and confident communicator

Strong organisational and multitasking ability

Technical aptitude and process ownership

Conflict resolution and decision-making under pressure

Continuous improvement mindset

ERP/MRP and MS Office proficiency

Education

Degree or relevant qualification in Manufacturing, Plastics, Tooling, or Engineering

Job description

Our client, a market leader in precision manufacturing for the medical device, life sciences, and industrial sectors, is seeking an experienced and driven Moulding Department Senior Lead to join their expanding operations team.

This is a high-impact leadership role, overseeing the daily performance, quality, and strategic direction of the moulding department, while ensuring safety, productivity, and continuous improvement across all levels.

The successful candidate will bring strong technical expertise in injection moulding, paired with a proven ability to manage and inspire teams in a fast-paced, regulated manufacturing environment.

Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

Leadership & People Management

Lead, coach, and support a team of moulding technicians and operators across multiple shifts.
Drive a culture of accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement.
Manage team scheduling, performance reviews, skills development, and succession planning.
Lead daily stand-up meetings and production briefings.

Production Management

Oversee day-to-day moulding operations to meet output, quality, and delivery targets.
Monitor equipment performance (OEE), identify inefficiencies, and implement corrective actions.
Coordinate with planning and logistics teams to optimise workflow and resource use.
Manage multiple concurrent projects while ensuring minimal downtime.

Quality Assurance & Compliance

Ensure adherence to internal quality standards, customer requirements, and regulatory guidelines (e.g. ISO 13485).
Implement and maintain inspection protocols and process controls.
Lead investigations into non-conformances and support CAPA implementation.
Champion continuous improvement initiatives within the department.

Technical Expertise

Troubleshoot complex moulding or machine-related issues.
Optimise moulding parameters for new product introductions and existing production.
Support equipment upgrades, tooling changes, and process validations.
Maintain up-to-date documentation including SOPs, work instructions, and change records.

Health, Safety & Environment

Ensure compliance with all company health and safety policies.
Promote and maintain a clean, organised, and hazard-free work environment.
Lead safety briefings, incident investigations, and corrective action plans.

Strategic Contribution

Participate in budgeting, resource planning, and equipment investment discussions.
Collaborate cross-functionally with Engineering, Quality, Supply Chain, and R&D teams.
Support the transfer of new products into production and scaling of existing lines.

Qualifications

Minimum 5+ years of injection moulding experience, with at least 2 years in a supervisory or leadership role.
Degree or relevant qualification in Manufacturing, Plastics, Tooling, or Engineering preferred.
Advanced knowledge of moulding processes, materials, tooling, and machine troubleshooting.
Familiarity with robotics, automation systems, and modern moulding technologies.
Experience in a regulated manufacturing environment (medical device, pharma, aerospace, etc.).
Strong working knowledge of lean principles, 5S, and process optimisation.

Key Skills & Competencies