Rochester
£36-45,000 basic per annum dependant on experience
5.45pm-4am Monday to Thursday
A growing manufacturing business is looking for an experienced Injection Moulding Setter / Supervisor to join its night shift team.
This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Setter looking to progress into supervision, or an established Supervisor who enjoys a hands-on technical role. Working closely with the Production Manager, you will oversee a team of six operators and ensure the night shift runs safely, efficiently and to the required quality standards.
Key Responsibilities
Set and start injection moulding machines
Carry out mould tool changes
Troubleshoot moulding, machine and process issues
Optimise cycle times, quality and productivity
Lead and support a team of six operators
Monitor production and minimise downtime
Complete production and quality documentation
Promote Health & Safety, housekeeping and 5S standards
Support continuous improvement and automation projects
Work closely with Production, Maintenance and Quality teams
About You
Previous experience as an Injection Moulding Setter or Technician is essential
Strong knowledge of injection moulding processes and troubleshooting
Experience with mould tool changes
Able to work independently and make decisions on night shift
Good communication and organisational skills
Hands-on, proactive approach to problem solving
Previous supervisory/team leader experience is desirable
Experience with automation, robots, Lean or ISO systems would be advantageous
Salary description
£36000.00 - £45000.00 per year