Are you an experienced Injection Moulding Technician who enjoys optimising processes, troubleshooting faults and driving continuous improvement? Do you thrive in a fast-paced mould shop environment where safety, quality and efficiency genuinely matter? If so, this could be a great opportunity.
Were supporting a well-established manufacturing business looking to strengthen their Mouldshop team with a skilled Technician who can take ownership of tooling, process optimisation and production performance.
Whats the role all about?
As a Technician, youll optimise mould shop activity to achieve commercial and customer goals across Safety, Environment, Cost, Quality and Delivery.
Youll play a key role in maximising OEE, conducting efficient tool changes and applying structured problem-solving techniques to eliminate repeat issues.
This is a hands-on, technical role where youll work closely with Production, Quality and Engineering teams.
Your responsibilities will include:
* Loading and unloading injection mould tools safely
* Setting production tooling and ancillary equipment in line with master settings
* Planning and preparing production jobs to optimise changeovers
* Conducting tool changes in line with agreed KPIs
* Supporting effective handovers between set-up and production
* Following reject escalation processes and reporting equipment concerns
* Applying structured root cause analysis and permanent corrective actions
* Working cross-functionally to resolve injection moulding process issues
* Maintaining accurate production and process records
* Supporting New Product Introduction (trials, SMS etc.)
* Contributing to continuous improvement initiatives
* Raising equipment/tooling work requests (MAR, TAR etc.)
* Performing routine equipment maintenance
* Supporting housekeeping and promoting strong team culture
What youll need
Essential:
* NVQ Level 3 / Level 3 PTIC (or equivalent) in Injection Moulding or related engineering discipline
* Completed Apprenticeship
* Advanced Injection Moulding (AIM) or Process Technician training
* Strong knowledge of injection moulding processes and optimisation
* Experience with injection moulding machines and safety systems
* Knowledge of ancillary equipment (robots, hot runners, mould heaters)
* Experience with scientific moulding / DOE
* Strong troubleshooting and structured problem-solving skills
* Previous experience in an injection moulding technician role
About you
Youre technically capable, methodical and confident in a mould shop environment. You enjoy problem-solving, optimising processes and sharing knowledge to improve standards.
Youll be:
* Detail-focused
* Comfortable working independently and in teams
* Flexible and adaptable
* Deadline-driven
* Strong communicator
* Hands-on with good manual dexterity
Why apply?
* Permanent, full-time role (40 hours per week)
* Key technical position within the mould shop
* Opportunity to influence process improvements
* Supportive cross-functional working environment
* Stable manufacturing business
Interested?
If youre an experienced Injection Moulding Technician ready to take the next step in your career, wed love to hear from you.
Apply today or contact us for a confidential discussion.
Kingdom People are acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.
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