Injection Moulding Engineer

Overview: Working alongside our client, a leading injection moulding manufacturer, we are looking for a skilled Injection Moulding Engineer to join their established team in support of continued business growth.
Benefits:

• Production bonus (worth c.£4K per annum paid monthly)
  
• Employer matched pension scheme
  
• Death in service scheme
  
• Perkbox employee discounts platform
  
• WeCare wellbeing programme
  
• Cycle to work scheme
  
• Extensive training & development opportunities – Career / Personal Development Plan
  Remit:
  
• This position will suit a skilled Injection Moulding Process Technician who is looking to continue their own personal development and career progression
  
• Candidates MUST HAVE demonstrable experience within injection moulding manufacturing with the ability to set, condition and optimise injection moulding machines
  
• Candidate must also demonstrate experience in process improvements with leadership experience being a distinct advantage.
  Role:
  
• As an Injection Moulding Engineer you will be required to set machinery and production line equipment in line with production requirements, to ensure targets and deliveries are met.
  
• You will be required to assist with planning and scheduling, and production.
  
• Runs, considering factors like demand, resource availability, and lead times.
  
• Monitor performance of all tooling, high-level automation and machinery equipment, carrying out continuous improvements to deliver gains in output and efficiency.
  
• Analyse and optimise the injection moulding process to achieve desired part quality, cycle time, and production efficiency.
  
• Be able to Troubleshoot equipment including Robots when issues may arise during the manufacturing process.
  
• Maintain quality control procedures to ensure parts meet the required standards and specifications.
  
• Identify opportunities for improvement in the injection moulding process and work to implement those changes.
  
• Upskilling manufacturing technicians to improve knowledge and understanding of engineering matters Ensure all reasonable steps are taken in any setting and maintenance.
  
• Responsible for ensuring that pre-start checks are carried out on all machines, prior to production commencement.
  Experience Requirements:
  
• Extensive experience in injection moulding machine supported by industry recognized certification
  
• Experience of working within a high-volume manufacturing area with complex products.
  
• Experience with automation preferably ABB robots but training can be provided.
  
• Have a good understanding of mould maintenance and repair.
  
• Able to demonstrate personal success and leadership in the achievement of continuous, part or process improvement activities against a clear set of objectives.
  
• Proven ability to develop others through coaching and support.
  
• Computer-literate, being fully conversant with MS Excel, Word, Outlook.
  
• Able to work independently as well as within a team environment.
  
• Able to operate confidently and communicate effectively at all levels
  Key Words: “Injection Moulding Engineer”, “Injection Moulding Setter”, ”Mould Setter”, “Injection Moulding Technician”, “Mould Technician”, “Setter”, “Plastics”, “Injection Moulding”, “Mould Process Technician", “Mouldshop Supervisor”
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  Sierra 57 Consult –
  Technical Engineering & Manufacturing Recruitment Specialist – Plastics, Packaging & Precision Engineering
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