Injection Moulding Technician

Injection Moulding Setter

Trafford, Manchester

Permanent - 3 Shift Rotation (6-2 / 2-10 / 10-6)

Salary - up to £40000 per annum + Company Profit Share

A well-established UK manufacturer producing precision moulded components for the construction industry is seeking an experienced Injection Moulding Setter to join its production team based in Trafford Park, Manchester.

This company is embarking on an exciting transformation journey, investing in its people, processes, and equipment to enhance quality and efficiency across its manufacturing operations. The successful candidate will play a key role in optimising production and driving continuous improvement.

Key Responsibilities

• Set, monitor, and optimise injection moulding machines for efficient production cycles
• Complete tool changeovers and material setups safely and effectively
• Conduct basic mechanical fault finding and troubleshooting
• Operate forklifts to transport raw materials and tools (training can be provided)
• Maintain tooling and masterbatch storage areas in a safe and organised condition
• Support production with clear shift handovers and accurate record keeping
• Work collaboratively with the Factory Manager to identify and implement process improvements
• Promote best practices in health, safety, and housekeeping across all areas

Qualifications / Experience

• Proven experience working in plastics injection moulding (minimum 2 years preferred)
• Skilled in setting a variety of moulding machines, robots, sprue pickers, and granulators
• Confident communicator with a proactive, team oriented approach
• Mechanically minded, with the ability to fault find and suggest improvements
• IMT Level 3 qualification (or equivalent) - desirable
• Strong attention to detail with a "slow down to speed up" mindset
• IT literate and comfortable completing shift documentation
• Motivated, reliable, and committed to continuous improvement

Hours

• Full-time, Monday to Friday
• 3 rotating shifts - 6am-2pm / 2pm-10pm / 10pm-6am

Benefits

• Competitive salary (£40,000 per annum)
• Company pension schemeFree on site parking
• Supportive, hands on working environment where your ideas are valued