Recsure Personnel is recruiting on behalf of a leading manufacturer for an experienced Injection Moulding Machine Setter. This hands-on role is key to ensuring that machines and production processes are optimised for quality, efficiency, and safety.
Location: Telford
Salary: £15.93
Job type: Full-time, Permanent
You will be responsible for setting up and maintaining injection moulding machinery to achieve high-quality output, low scrap rates, and maximum productivity. The role also includes occasional shift leader cover during holidays and supporting machine operators in delivering production targets.
Key Responsibilities
* Set injection moulding machines to optimum conditions to produce quality components
* Optimise machine/robot cycle times for efficiency
* Carry out colour, insert, printer, and mould changes as per production plan
* Perform regular quality and material tests (MFI)
* Implement corrective actions for reported quality issues
* Provide break cover for machine operators and ensure smooth workflow
* Minimise scrap rates and changeover wastage
* Complete accurate documentation and production records
* Maintain high housekeeping standards on the shop floor
* Correctly load/unload recycling and new materials into silos
* Follow all Health & Safety rules and guidelines
Person Specification – Essential
* Proven Plastic Injection Moulding experience
* Tool changing and process setting experience
* Overhead crane operation skills
* Problem-solving mindset with strong attention to detail
* Excellent communication skills
* Conscientious and reliable work ethic
Desirable Experience
* Working with Engel or Krauss machinery
* Kuka automation systems
Hours
* 12-hour shifts on a Panama shift rota (rotating days and nights every two weeks
Benefits
* Training and development opportunities
* Excellent working conditions
* Contributory pension scheme
* Annual discretionary bonus
* Cycle to work scheme
* Recognition and Reward scheme
* Opportunity to work for an innovative, growing company