Lead Mould Technician

Job Overview: Working closely with our client, a leading injection moulding manufacturer, we are looking for a Lead Mould Technician to join their team at an exciting time for the business.

 

Benefits:

• Days Role
• 25 days holiday + bank holidays + extra day for every 2 years’ service
• Healthcare
• Life Assurance 3x Annual Salary
• Employee Assistance Scheme
• Long Service Awards
• Enhanced Maternity and Paternity Leave
• Cycle to work scheme
• Extensive Learning & Development Opportunities
• Annual Merit Review

 

Remit:    

• This is a fantastic opportunity for a skilled injection moulding professional to join a forward-thinking company who place the wellbeing and development of their staff at the forefront of the business
• This position will suit an experienced Injection Moulding Technician looking to further their career within injection moulding
• Candidates MUST HAVE several years’ experience within setting, conditioning and process optimisation of injection moulding machines and experience with a range of materials

 

Role:

• In the role of Lead Mould Technician, you will provide a comprehensive support to the manufacturing team to ensure that all relevant processes are maintained to achieve output and business demands
• Ensure Mould Process Technicians and Production Operators are trained and developed to attain consistent skills standards and approach to quality, machinery and health and safety
• Supervise, lead and mentor Process Technicians and Production Operators on shift to ensure maximum production efficiency
• Rectify processing problems using fault finding skills and document accordingly to ensure processes followed
• Introduce new products into plant in a structured, timely and efficient manner
• Monitor equipment, troubleshoot and takes preventative action to ensure machinery is kept in safe working order
• Liaise with other departments to ensure customer needs are understood and acted upon
• Carry out continuous improvement on cycle times and machine layouts
• Ensure optimisation of equipment and processes in conjunction with Continuous Improvement Manager
• Deputise for Team Leader and/or Mould Setter roles on own shift and other shifts if necessary
• Ensure high standards of housekeeping are maintained
• Ensure adherence to health and safety guidelines including appropriate use of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)

 

Experience:

• Fully conversant with injection moulding processes
• Strong fault-finding skills in both tools and product
• Knowledge of ABB 6 axis and 3 axis robots an advantage
• Good knowledge of health and safety, including COSHH
• Good leadership and people skills
• Strong problem-solving skills
• Proactive approach to continuous improvement
• Flexible approach to working hours
• Strong communication skills across all areas

 

Key Words: “Process Technician”, “Mould Technician”, “Injection Moulding Setter”, “Mould Process Technician”, “Process Engineer”, “Plastics”, “Injection Moulding”