Injection Moulding Setter

Description:

Injection Moulding Setter

Job Title – Injection Moulding Setter
Location – Hastings, East Sussex
Salary – £34,354 – £40,240 (DOE)
Shift – Rotating (6am–3pm, 2pm–11pm, 10pm–7am, 45 hours per week)

Job Role of the Injection Moulding Setter

An excellent opportunity has arisen for an experienced Injection Moulding Setter to join a well-established and highly respected manufacturing business. This role offers the chance to work within a fast-paced production environment, where quality, efficiency, and continuous improvement are at the core of operations.

Working as part of a skilled team, you will be responsible for setting, operating, and optimising injection moulding machines to ensure production targets are consistently met.

Key Responsibilities

Set up, operate, and monitor injection moulding machines and associated equipment
Carry out tool changes, start-ups, and safe shutdowns
Troubleshoot processing and machinery issues to minimise downtime
Ensure production output meets quality, cost, and time targets
Maintain accurate records of machine settings, performance, and production data
Perform routine checks, tests, and quality inspections
Work closely with Production, Quality, and Engineering teams
Maintain high standards of housekeeping and workplace safety
Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives
Sector – Industrial Manufacturing

Non-Negotiable Requirements

Minimum 2 years’ experience as an Injection Moulding role
Background in a manufacturing or production environment

Requirements for the Injection Moulding Setter

Strong understanding of polymers, tooling, and processing behaviour
Experience with machine set-up, optimisation, and fault finding
Ability to read technical drawings and follow specifications
Knowledge of Lean principles and continuous improvement methods
Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail
Ability to work in a fast-paced, target-driven environment
Good communication skills and ability to work as part of a team
High level of ownership, reliability, and work ethic
Willingness to learn and respond well to coaching

The Injection Moulding Setter Will Benefit From

Competitive salary with scope towards the higher end for experienced candidates
25 days holiday + bank holidays + your birthday off
Pension scheme with up to 10% employer contribution
Discretionary company bonus scheme
Stable, long-term role within a well-established manufacturing business
Opportunities for progression into senior or leadership roles (e.g. Shift Leader, Projects)
Supportive team environment with a focus on development

Additional Information

Reporting to the Shift Leader and Production Manager
Working within a team of 3 setters per shift
Candidates must have the right to work in the UK