Injection Mold Technician

Beaver Migration and Recruitment; Cape Town; On-site; ZAR 654,000 - 972,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation support

Immigration assistance

Permanent employment

Job summary

Beaver Migration and Recruitment is assisting a leading Belgian plastics manufacturer to recruiting an Injection Mold Technician. The role focuses on setting up molds, optimizing machine performance, and maintaining high product quality, with relocation and immigration support provided.

You will help reduce downtime, improve efficiency, and drive continuous improvement in a modern European facility, while receiving ongoing training and career development in a permanent role.

Qualifications

• Experience setting up injection molding machines.
• Ability to change molds safely and efficiently.
• Know-how on adjusting machine parameters for quality and speed.
• Familiarity with thermoplastics processing.

Responsibilities

• Set up and change injection molds safely and efficiently.
• Install and secure molds using cranes and lifting equipment.
• Optimise machine parameters to maximise productivity and quality.
• Troubleshoot defects such as flash, sink marks, short shots and warping.
• Perform preventative maintenance and minor repairs on molds and equipment.
• Monitor quality and adjust processes to maintain standards.
• Drive continuous improvement to reduce waste and downtime.
• Collaborate with production and maintenance teams.

Skills

Injection molding

Mold changeovers

Machine parameter tuning

Thermoplastics knowledge

Mechanical systems

Fault-finding

Independent worker

Education

Plastics Processing

Manufacturing

Mechanical Engineering

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

Your responsibilities will include:

• 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

To be successful in this role, you'll have:

• 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

Ready to Build Your Career in Europe?

If you're an experienced Injection Mold Technician looking for an exciting international opportunity, we'd love to hear from you.