Injection Moulding Slinger

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Location: Doncaster, Yorkshire
Salary: £30,000 – £35,000 per annum (DOE)
Job Type: Permanent

A leading and well-established injection moulding manufacturer in Doncaster is seeking an experienced Injection Moulding Slinger Setter to join its expanding team. Supplying high-quality components to blue-chip clients across multiple market sectors, this business has invested heavily over the past five years and continues to grow, offering long-term stability and career progression.

This is an excellent opportunity for a skilled injection moulding professional looking to join a forward-thinking organisation with modern machinery, strong processes, and a genuine commitment to employee development.

Benefits & Working Hours

Rotating 3-shift pattern:

06:00 – 14:00
14:00 – 22:00
22:00 – 06:00

Competitive salary of £30,000 – £35,000 (dependent on experience)
Overtime available during peak and holiday periods
21 days holiday plus statutory holidays
Company pension scheme
Free on-site parking
Ongoing training and development opportunities
Key Responsibilities

Set, adjust, and optimise injection moulding machines to ensure efficient and consistent production
Carry out tool changes, slinging operations, and mould maintenance to minimise downtime
Diagnose and resolve moulding and machine faults efficiently and effectively
Monitor production to ensure schedules are met and quality standards are consistently achieved
Conduct in-process quality inspections and implement corrective actions where required
Train, support, and guide production operators to ensure adherence to procedures and best practice
Maintain accurate production, maintenance, and quality records
Ensure full compliance with health & safety requirements and promote a safe working environment
Key Requirements

Minimum of 5 years’ experience within injection moulding (leadership or supervisory experience advantageous)
Strong technical knowledge of injection moulding processes, tool changes, and fault finding
Experience working with both hot runner and cold runner systems
Proven experience with a range of polymer materials
Exposure to 3-axis and 6-axis robotic systems
Strong problem-solving and analytical skills
Confident communicator with the ability to train and support others
Good IT skills, including production systems and Microsoft Office
Ability to thrive in a fast-paced manufacturing environment
Strong commitment to health, safety, and quality standards
If you are an experienced Injection Moulding Slinger Setter looking to join a growing, well-invested manufacturer with excellent long-term prospects, we would welcome your application.

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