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Injection Moulding Setter

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Permanent - 3 Shift Rotation (6-2 / 2-10 / 10-6)

Salary - £38,850 per annum

A well-established UK manufacturer producing precision-moulded components for the construction industry is seeking an experienced Injection Moulding Setter to join its production team based in Trafford Park, Manchester.

This company is embarking on an exciting transformation journey, investing in its people, processes, and equipment to enhance quality and efficiency across its manufacturing operations. The successful candidate will play a key role in optimising production and driving continuous improvement.

Key Responsibilities:

Set, monitor, and optimise injection moulding machines for efficient production cycles

Complete tool changeovers and material setups safely and effectively

Conduct basic mechanical fault finding and troubleshooting

Operate forklifts to transport raw materials and tools (training can be provided)

Maintain tooling and masterbatch storage areas in a safe and organised condition

Support production with clear shift handovers and accurate record keeping

Work collaboratively with the Factory Manager to identify and implement process improvements

Promote best practices in health, safety, and housekeeping across all areas

Qualifications / Experience:

Proven experience working in plastics injection moulding (minimum 2 years preferred)

Skilled in setting a variety of moulding machines, robots, sprue pickers, and granulators

Confident communicator with a proactive, team-oriented approach

Mechanically minded, with the ability to fault find and suggest improvements

IMT Level 3 qualification (or equivalent) - desirable

Strong attention to detail with a "slow down to speed up" mindset

IT literate and comfortable completing shift documentation

Motivated, reliable, and committed to continuous improvement

Hours:

Full-time, Monday to Friday

3 rotating shifts - 6am-2pm / 2pm-10pm / 10pm-6am

Benefits:

Competitive salary (£38,850 per annum)

Company pension scheme

Free on-site parking

Supportive, hands-on working environment where your ideas are valued

For further details, please contact Kieren Provis on (phone number removed), or email (url removed)

Omega Resource Group is an employment agency specialising in opportunities at all levels within the Engineering, Aerospace, Automotive, Electronics, Defence, Scientific, Oil & Gas, Construction, and Manufacturing sectors.

We are always seeking Engineering Staff, Senior Managers, Skilled and Semi-Skilled Machinists, Mechanical Fitters, Electrical Fitters, Quality Engineers, Maintenance Engineers, and other technical professionals. For more opportunities within your chosen field, please visit our website: (url removed)

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