Injection Mould Tool Setter

Location: Buckinghamshire

NEW VACANCY! (PK9160)

INJECTION MOULD TOOL SETTER

NORTHERN HOME COUNTIES (NORTH OF LONDON)

£35-45K DOE + Benefits + 25 Days Annual Leave + Bank Holidays

Contract:

Full-time, Permanent

We are seeking an experienced Injection Mould Tool Setter to join a well-established and forward-thinking manufacturing business specialising in injection moulding for the medical, plastic packaging, and consumer goods sectors. This role is ideal for a skilled Setter with strong technical knowledge who takes pride in producing high-quality mouldings in regulated and high-volume environments.

Key Responsibilities:

Set, run, and optimise injection moulding tools to meet production and quality requirements.
Carry out tool changes, machine start-ups, and process optimisation.
Ensure machines are running efficiently, safely, and to required standards.
Monitor product quality and adjust machine parameters as needed.
Assist with fault finding and troubleshooting of tooling and moulding issues.
Work closely with production and quality teams to maintain consistent output.
Carry out routine tool and machine checks and basic maintenance.
Maintain accurate process documentation and records.
Ensure housekeeping and H&S standards are maintained at all times.

Essential

Skills & Experience:

Proven experience as an Injection Mould Tool Setter within a manufacturing environment.
Strong understanding of injection moulding processes, tooling, and plastics materials
Experience setting tools from start-up through to stable production.
Ability to read and follow technical process sheets and engineering drawings.
Good problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
Strong communication skills and a quality-focused mindset.

Desirable

Experience:

Experience working within medical, plastic packaging, or consumer goods environments.
Knowledge of scientific moulding or process optimisation techniques.

Experience with multi-cavity and high-volume production tools.
Familiarity with ISO or regulated manufacturing standards