Injection Mold Tech - Relocate To Belgium & Grow Career

Beaver Immigration Consulting; Durban; On-site; ZAR 894,000 - 1,118,000; Full time

Job summary

Beaver Immigration Consulting seeks an Injection Mold Technician to relocate to Belgium and join a leading manufacturing facility. The role focuses on setting up molds, optimizing machine performance, and ensuring top quality while reducing downtime and waste.

You will work with advanced injection molding technology in a modern facility, contributing to continuous improvement and strong production standards.

Qualifications

• Qualification in plastics processing or engineering, or equivalent practical experience.
• Proven experience with injection molding machines and mold changeovers.
• Strong knowledge of thermoplastic materials and injection molding.
• Experience adjusting machine parameters to improve production.
• Knowledge of mechanical systems, hydraulics, and pneumatics.
• Excellent fault-finding and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work independently while maintaining high standards.

Responsibilities

• Setting up and changing injection molds safely and efficiently.
• Installing and securing molds using overhead cranes and lifting equipment.
• Optimising machine parameters to maximise production efficiency and product quality.
• Troubleshooting molding defects such as flash, sink marks, short shots, and warping.
• Performing preventative maintenance and minor repairs on molds and production equipment.
• Monitoring production quality and making process adjustments where required.
• Supporting continuous improvement initiatives to increase productivity and reduce waste.
• Working closely with production and maintenance teams to ensure smooth operations.
• Maintaining a safe, clean, and organised work environment.

Skills

Injection molding

Mold changeovers

Thermoplastics

Fault-finding

Independent work

Machine parameter adjustment

Education

Plastics processing qualification

Job description

Relocate to Belgium | Employer-Sponsored Opportunity

A leading manufacturing company in Belgium is looking for an experienced Injection Mold Technician to join its production team.

If you have experience setting up injection molding machines, optimizing production processes, troubleshooting defects, and ensuring consistent product quality, this is your opportunity to build an international career with a modern European manufacturer.

Relocation and immigration support is provided for successful candidates.

About the Role

As an Injection Mold Technician, you'll be responsible for keeping production running efficiently by setting up molds, optimizing machine performance, and ensuring the highest quality standards are maintained.

You'll play a vital role in reducing downtime, improving production efficiency, and supporting continuous improvement initiatives within the manufacturing facility.

What You'll Be Doing

• Setting up and changing injection molds safely and efficiently
• Installing and securing molds using overhead cranes and lifting equipment
• Optimising machine parameters to maximise production efficiency and product quality
• Troubleshooting molding defects such as flash, sink marks, short shots, and warping
• Performing preventative maintenance and minor repairs on molds and production equipment
• Monitoring production quality and making process adjustments where required
• Supporting continuous improvement initiatives to increase productivity and reduce waste
• Working closely with production and maintenance teams to ensure smooth operations
• Maintaining a safe, clean, and organised work environment

We're Looking For

• A technical qualification in Plastics Processing, Manufacturing, Mechanical Engineering, or a related field (or equivalent practical experience)
• Proven experience with injection molding machines and mold changeovers
• Strong understanding of thermoplastic materials and injection molding processes
• Experience adjusting machine parameters to improve production performance
• Knowledge of mechanical systems, hydraulics, and pneumatics
• Excellent fault-finding and problem-solving skills
• The ability to work independently while maintaining high production standards

Advantageous Experience

• Preventative maintenance experience
• Continuous improvement or Lean Manufacturing exposure
• Experience working in high-volume manufacturing environments

Candidate Requirements

• South African citizen
• Willing and able to relocate to Belgium
• Valid passport (or willing to obtain one)
• Good Afrikaans proficiency is essential
• Strong technical mindset with excellent attention to detail

What's On Offer

• Competitive European salary
• Permanent employment with a leading international manufacturer
• Employer-sponsored relocation and immigration support
• Modern manufacturing facility with advanced injection molding technology
• Ongoing technical training and career development
• Stable long-term employment
• Supportive team environment focused on continuous improvement
• Excellent opportunities for career growth and technical specialization