Injection Mould Setter Technician

Job Title: Injection Mould Setter Technician
Location: Sedgefield
Hourly Rate: £28,610 - £33,240 (depending on experience)
Shifts: 3 on / 3 off – 12-hour shifts (alternating days and nights)
Benefits:

• Overtime paid at 1.25x
  
  
• 24 days holiday including bank holidays
  
  
• Auto-enrolment pension scheme after 3 months (5% employee / 3% employer)
  
  
• Healthshield plan (dental, optical, physio) after 6 months
  
  
• Life Assurance (1x basic salary) after 6 months
  
  
• Free on-site parking
  
  The Company:
  Join a well-established and growing manufacturing company that specialises in plastic packaging for the food industry. With a strong focus on innovation and quality, they operate a busy production site in Sedgefield featuring advanced machinery including extrusion, thermoforming, in-mould labelling, and printing. This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced IML Setter Technician to join a professional team offering full in-house training and genuine career development.
  
  Job Description:
  As an IML Setter Technician, you’ll be responsible for setting and running injection moulding machines equipped with IML automation. Reporting to the Shift Manager or IML Process Engineer, your goal is to produce high-quality, customer-specified products while maintaining safety, efficiency, and hygiene standards.
  
  Key responsibilities include:
  
  
• Operate and maintain all IML machinery and robotics safely and effectively
  
  
• Perform product changeovers and tooling setups to meet production targets
  
  
• Diagnose and resolve machine faults post-training
  
  
• Ensure accurate completion of documentation and IT system records
  
  
• Train and oversee machine packers on shift
  
  
• Maintain high hygiene standards and workplace cleanliness
  
  
• Follow company procedures and participate in training programmes
  
  Skills & Experience:
  To be successful in the IML Setter Technician role, you should have:
  
  
• Experience in injection moulding or similar technical setting roles
  
  
• Good verbal and written communication skills in English
  
  
• Confidence using computer and measuring equipment
  
  
• Ability to work independently or as part of a team
  
  
• A methodical, standards-driven mindset
  
  
• A proactive and flexible approach to working hours and tasks
  
  Why Should You Apply?
  
  
• Competitive pay structure with regular reviews
  
  
• Generous benefits and pension plan
  
  
• Opportunity to develop within a specialised area of manufacturing
  
  
• Join a supportive and safety-focused team
  
  
• Be part of a business that invests in people through training and development
  
  Whether you’re an experienced setter or looking to step up in your career, this IML Setter Technician role offers the right candidate the chance to grow within a stable and reputable company. If you have the drive to deliver quality and embrace technical challenges, we encourage you to apply now for this exciting IML Setter Technician opportunity