Injection Mould Tool Setter (Ref: PK9160)

NEW VACANCY! (PK9160)

INJECTION MOULD TOOL SETTER

NORTHERN HOME COUNTIES (NORTH OF LONDON)

£35-45K DOE + Benefits + 25 Days Annual Leave + Bank Holidays

Contract: Full-time, Permanent

We are seeking an experienced Injection Mould Tool Setter to join a well-established and forward-thinking manufacturing business specialising in injection moulding for the medical, plastic packaging, and consumer goods sectors. This role is ideal for a skilled Setter with strong technical knowledge who takes pride in producing high-quality mouldings in regulated and high-volume environments.

Key Responsibilities:

• Set, run, and optimise injection moulding tools to meet production and quality requirements.
• Carry out tool changes, machine start-ups, and process optimisation.
• Ensure machines are running efficiently, safely, and to required standards.
• Monitor product quality and adjust machine parameters as needed.
• Assist with fault finding and troubleshooting of tooling and moulding issues.
• Work closely with production and quality teams to maintain consistent output.
• Carry out routine tool and machine checks and basic maintenance.
• Maintain accurate process documentation and records.
• Ensure housekeeping and H&S standards are maintained at all times.

Essential Skills & Experience:

• Proven experience as an Injection Mould Tool Setter within a manufacturing environment.
• Strong understanding of injection moulding processes, tooling, and plastics materials
• Experience setting tools from start-up through to stable production.
• Ability to read and follow technical process sheets and engineering drawings.
• Good problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Strong communication skills and a quality-focused mindset.

Desirable Experience:

• Experience working within medical, plastic packaging, or consumer goods environments.
• Knowledge of scientific moulding or process optimisation techniques.
• Experience with multi-cavity and high-volume production tools.
• Familiarity with ISO or regulated manufacturing standards.