Injection Moulding Setter​/Operator

Recsure Personnel is recruiting on behalf of a leading manufacturer for an experienced Injection Moulding Machine Setter. This hands‑on role is key to ensuring that machines and production processes are optimised for quality, efficiency, and safety.

Location:

Telford
Salary: £15.93
Job type:
Full-time, Permanent

You will be responsible for setting up and maintaining injection moulding machinery to achieve high-quality output, low scrap rates, and maximum productivity. The role also includes occasional shift leader cover during holidays and supporting machine operators in delivering production targets.

• Set injection moulding machines to optimum conditions to produce quality components
• Optimise machine/robot cycle times for efficiency
• Carry out colour, insert, printer, and mould changes as per production plan
• Perform regular quality and material tests (MFI)
• Implement corrective actions for reported quality issues
• Provide break cover for machine operators and ensure smooth workflow
• Minimise scrap rates and changeover wastage
• Complete accurate documentation and production records
• Maintain high housekeeping standards on the shop floor
• Correctly load/unload recycling and new materials into silos
• Follow all Health & Safety rules and guidelines

• Proven Plastic Injection Moulding experience
• Tool changing and process setting experience
• Overhead crane operation skills
• Problem‑solving mindset with strong attention to detail
• Excellent communication skills
• Conscientious and reliable work ethic

• Working with Engel or Krauss machinery
• Kuka automation systems

12‑hour shifts on a Panama shift rota (rotating days and nights every two weeks)

• Training and development opportunities
• Excellent working conditions
• Contributory pension scheme
• Annual discretionary bonus
• Cycle to work scheme
• Recognition and Reward scheme
• Opportunity to work for an innovative, growing company