Moulding Machine Setter

Company: Optima UK Inc Ltd
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Location: Blaby
Job Description:

Job Role: Moulding Machine SetterLocation: LeicestershireShift: 3pm to 11pm Monday to Thursday / 1:30pm to 08:00pm on FridayPay: Negotiable

Benefits: Permanent position, company pension, 25 days holiday + bank holidays, free parking, company events, company performance based bonus.

Our Client:

An established plastic injection moulder who designs and manufacture a range of products for Automotive, Medical, Electrical, Audio and more are looking for an experienced Moulding Machine Setter to join their team.

Responsibilities:

  • Fit and set both insert and full tools to our range of moulding machines
  • Ensure zero moulding defects or rework
  • Ensure cycle rates are achieved or exceeded
  • Carry out cleaning of the machines to ensure 100% uptime
  • Complete first off inspection of parts
  • Basic maintenance and cleaning of tools before, after or during production runs
  • Keep a tidy and safe working environment
  • Operate up to 5 machines when required when machine setting is not required

Experience:

  • Must have experience of setting mould machines between 35 to 200 tons (ideally Arburg)
  • Experience in multi cavity, hot runner and hot tip systems
  • Knowledge of engineering polymers and the optimisation and processing of these materials
  • A constant focus on quality and speed
  • Experience of Lean and/ or 5S is an advantage
  • Must be self-motivated, adaptable and organised and be able to use your own initiative.
  • A positive can-do attitude is encouraged and embraced

Apply: To apply for this role, please submit an up to date CV and one of our Consultants will be in touch.

Posted: April 9th, 2025