Injection Moulding Setter
7 days ago
Rugby
Injection Moulding Setter £42,000 per annum Rugby Full-Time, Permanent Overtime available + 25 days holiday plus bank holidays + Company pension scheme + Free on-site parking Are you an experienced Injection Moulding Setter looking for your next opportunity? Our client, a well-established and highly regarded manufacturer of precision mould tooling and plastic components is looking to recruit a skilled Setter to join their busy mould shop. This is a great opportunity for a hands-on Setter to take ownership of machine setups, process optimisation, and troubleshooting within a modern, quality-focused production environment. The Role • Set injection moulding machines from zero to specification, checking materials, masterbatch, and inserts match job requirements, • Ensure correct use of jigs, fixtures, and auxiliary equipment, • Record and document setup parameters for traceability, and report cycle times and scrap variances, • Conduct first-off inspections and gain approval before starting production, • Respond promptly to machine alarms, identify root causes, and carry out basic maintenance checks (oil levels, water flow, heater bands, air lines, filters), • Clean and inspect tool faces and platens, replacing minor parts such as O-rings, sensors, and hoses, • Run machines safely and efficiently in line with standard operating procedures, monitoring cycle times and performance, • Troubleshoot process issues, optimise cycle times, and resolve material feed or drying problems, • Coordinate mould sampling for new tools and process validations, working closely with Toolmakers and other Setters, • Maintain a clean, organised, and safe work cell in line with housekeeping standards About You • At least 5 years' experience in injection moulding setup and operation, • Good understanding of mould setting, process adjustments, and troubleshooting, • Strong problem-solving skills, with the ability to resolve production issues efficiently, • Excellent attention to detail and commitment to quality control, • Strong awareness of workplace safety standards and procedures, • Technical training in plastics processing is an advantage, • Experience with Engel, Arburg, or Sumitomo machines is desirable, • Familiarity with robotic handling and automation is desirable, • Knowledge of ISO 9001 or other quality management systems is desirable What's on Offer • Salary of £42,000 per annum, • Overtime available, • 25 days holiday plus bank holidays, • Company pension scheme, • Free on-site parking If you're a skilled Injection Moulding Setter looking to progress your career within a supportive and quality-focused mould shop, apply today