The Role 5S Recruitment is supporting a well-established plastics manufacturer in the appointment of a Lead Setter to take ownership of machine set-ups, tool changes, and on-shift technical leadership. This is a hands-on, shop-floor leadership role. You’ll be responsible not only for process stability and output, but also for leading and developing a small team of setters, tool slingers, and apprentices, acting as the technical point of contact on shift. The role suits an experienced setter ready to step up or an existing lead setter who enjoys accountability, structure, and getting the best out of both machines and people. Key Responsibilities * Take an active role in daily production meetings, contributing technical input and shift feedback * Ensure machines are running to target cycle times, quality standards, and output requirements * Lead and allocate work to setters, tool slingers, and apprentices across the shift * Monitor team performance and support training and development plans * Carry out and oversee machine set-ups and tool changes, optimising processes for efficiency * Ensure production plans are followed, with all changes clearly recorded and justified * Accurately log downtime, faults, and root causes, escalating issues where required * Report machine breakdowns and technical issues promptly to the General Production Manager / Planner * Introduce and reinforce good working practices in line with s...