Injection Moulding Lead Setter Full Time

Overview: Working alongside our client, an established injection moulding manufacturer, we are looking for a skilled Injection Moulding Lead Setter to join their team at an exciting time of growth for the business.

Benefits:

• Days role Mon-Fri
• Overtime available
• Flexible working available
• On-site parking
• 23 days holiday + bank holidays

Remit:

• Great opportunity for a skilled Injection Moulding Lead Setter/Technician to join a forward-thinking company at their modern facility during a period of sustained business growth
• This position will suit a skilled Mould Setter / Technician with strong injection moulding processing and machinery knowledge

Role:

• In the role of Lead Setter you will be responsible for the planning of tool changes in the Mould Shop and undertaking production tool changes
• As Lead Setter you will work on new tooling projects for process optimization and an understanding of capability studies and results analysis
• The Lead Setter will be responsible for leading teams of Production Operators and temporary staff in the Mould Shop
• Maintain accurate and disciplined Quality Assurance Documentation completion in line with production procedures of the Quality Management System
• Adjust machine settings, including temperature, pressure and cycle times to ensure optimal performance and product quality
• Monitoring equipment, troubleshooting and taking preventative measures to ensure machinery is kept in safe working order
• Carry out continuous improvement on cycle times and machine / equipment layouts
• Ensuring high standards of housekeeping are maintained

Experience Requirements:

• Experience using Arburg/Demag or Haitian machines would be an advantage.
• Industry recognized injection moulding qualifications
• Fully conversant with injection moulding processes, machinery and tooling
• Demonstrable experience of process optimization and troubleshooting
• Computer literate with good understanding of Microsoft Excel
• Good problem solving skills with ability to work off own initiative
• Strong communication skills
• Supervisory and leadership skills
• A team player with flexibility and ‘can-do’ attitude

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