Injection Moulding Setter/Technician

We are looking for Injection Moulding Setters to join an established but growing Injection Moulding Team at our site in Bishopstoke (Eastleigh).

Reporting day-to-day into a technical supervisor, you will be responsible for operating ('setting') the specified Injection Moulding machines as per the needs of the production schedule.

The role will involve the following key aspects: -

Tool and machine setting

Carry out tool changes and set machine process using best practice and in accordance with health and safety procedures
Support trials of new tools to achieve optimum performance
Production efficiencies

Provide hands on process support
Ensure efficient tool changes
Minimise machine downtime
Optimise setting conditions
Minimise scrap and other material wastage
Ensure all production recording documents are completed as necessary
Quality control

Obtain 'first and last off' approval samples
Maintain quality throughout production run
Liaise with management and operators to identify and categorise production issues
Machine and tool maintenance

Responsible for care and low-level maintenance of both machines and tools (to agreed limits)
Liaise with appropriate support staff to arrange advanced levels of maintenance and repairs
Control of documents

Create and control master setting sheets
Control and display of production and quality instructions
Health & Safety procedures

Ensure all procedures are followed and maintained
Report any incidents or concerns
What we expect from you

Essential:

Previous experience within an injection moulding environment
The ability to read technical drawings and use measuring devices
Numeracy skills
Ability to communicate both verbally and in writing in a clear manner
An ability to work in a pressurised environment and meet deadlines
Hard-working, 'can do' attitude
Able to adapt to changes in your working environment
Understanding of health & safety requirements, and the importance of adhering to HSE standards
Preferred:

Formal IM qualifications e.g., IMT

Hours:
Rolling 4-weekly shift pattern covering 12 hours work per shift (Days and Nights) Monday to Sunday inclusive
6am - 6pm & 6pm - 6am

Pay:
£15.09 per hour (Basic) + £5.39 per hour (Shift enhancement)

This is initially on a contract/temporary basis but with a strong likelihood of permanent conversion for the right person. Once permanent, the following benefits would apply in addition.

25 days holiday plus statutory holidays
Defined Contribution pension scheme and generous life assurance scheme
Yes Share Scheme - annual enrolment
Health Care Cash Plan - scheme which provides reimbursement of optical, dental and chiropody fees up to set limits.
Vitality wellbeing membership (app)
24/7 free and confidential employee counselling service
Enhanced maternity and paternity leave and pay
Generous sick pay arrangements
EE Mobile Discounts
Rewards Portal - discounts on major retailers
Cycle to work scheme
Car leasing scheme
Transition to Retirement Policy
Free Flu Jab
Dell Advantage discounts
Online Language Learning Access