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Shift Injection Moulding Setter Leader
Panama Shift Pattern (Days & Nights)
This is an excellent opportunity to join a well-established manufacturing business operating within a fast-paced production environment. As part of the technical team, you will play a key role in ensuring production plans are achieved through the safe and efficient setting of injection moulding machinery, supporting operational excellence and maintaining high quality standards across the manufacturing process.
Responsibilities - Shift Injection Moulding Setter Leader
As a key member of the setting team, you will be responsible for ensuring mould tools are changed and machines are set in line with production requirements. Your duties will include:
- Setting and optimising injection moulding machines in line with manufacturing plans and product specifications
- Carrying out safe mould tool changes in accordance with company procedures
- Performing basic first-line maintenance on mould tools and production equipment
- Completing and documenting daily and weekly safety checks
- Ensuring mould tools are installed correctly and products meet specification sheets and control samples
- Monitoring product quality and implementing corrective actions where required
- Ensuring the correct materials and stock are used throughout the manufacturing process
- Supporting production operators and providing specialist technical guidance
- Maintaining accurate manufacturing documentation, machine records and product labelling
- Communicating technical issues and production risks to the wider production team
- Driving efficient working practices and continuous improvement initiatives across the department
- Maintaining a safe, organised and clean working environment at all times
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Experience & Qualifications - Shift Injection Moulding Setter Leader
- Professional qualification in Injection Moulding and Automated Systems
- Previous experience setting injection moulding machines within a manufacturing environment
- Strong technical knowledge of injection moulding processes, machinery and tooling
- Good understanding of manufacturing procedures and best practices
- Excellent problem-solving and fault-finding abilities
- Strong organisational skills with the ability to prioritise workload effectively
- Competent user of Microsoft Office applications including Outlook, Word and Excel
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced environment
- Excellent communication skills across all levels of the business
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Key Behaviours
- Confident communicator with strong interpersonal skills
- Positive and proactive 'can-do' attitude
- Ability to lead by example and support colleagues on shift
- Passionate about continuous improvement and operational excellence
- Strong health and safety awareness
- Ability to build effective relationships across multiple departments
- Methodical, patient and persistent approach to problem solving
Working Environment & Benefits
- Panama shift pattern providing excellent work-life balance
- 28-day cycle consisting of 14 working days and 14 days off
- Opportunity to work within a technically advanced manufacturing environment
- Ongoing training and development opportunities
- Supportive team culture focused on safety, quality and continuous improvement
- Long-term career progression opportunities
For more information on this role, please contact Charlie Boulton on 01453 852544, or send a copy of your CV to
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