Jobs in Ash Vale

We are looking to recruit an experienced Injection Moulding Specialist who will be responsible for driving continuous improvement in injection moulding processes, supporting the successful introduction and transfer of moulding technologies across our global manufacturing sites, and providing technical expertise, training, and process optimisation to ensure high standards of quality, efficiency, and regulatory compliance.
 
This position will be joining our thriving UK medical device manufacturing company to work within our Group Engineering Department, supporting operations across our global manufacturing sites in the UK, China, USA, and Malaysia.
 
The successful candidate will be able to drive continuous improvement initiatives within injection moulding operations while supporting the transfer, validation, and implementation of new moulds, machines, and processes across our global manufacturing sites. They will provide technical guidance, coaching, and hands-on training to engineering and production teams, working collaboratively with cross-functional departments to optimise manufacturing performance and ensure compliance with medical device quality and regulatory standards.
 
Essential Experience/Qualifications

Extensive experience in injection moulding process optimisation
Injection Moulding Machine Specification
Knowledge and understanding of Thermoplastic materials, Process Optimisation, Injection Mould tooling, DFM, FMEA, Validation
 
Desirable Experience/Qualifications

A degree in Engineering or equivalent level qualification
Mould tool manufacturing
Master Moulder
Experience in Medical device manufacturing
Experience in Blow moulding and Extrusion
Mould Flow Analysis
 
Key Skills

Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Able to build good working relationships
Able to negotiate 
Able to work well under pressure and meet deadlines
Able to multitask and prioritise workload
Able to make decisions 
Able to work independently as well as within a team
Able to work effectively across a number of interrelated departments
Self-motivated
Keen and willing to learn
Have a can-do attitude with an enthusiastic approach to work
I.T. Literate – Microsoft Office
Methodical, organised and structured approach to work
Excellent attention to detail
Able to gather, evaluate, critically interpret and communicate information
Strong analytical and problem solving skills
Able to work in a safe manner complying with Health and Safety Legislation
Able to function in a highly regulatory environment with a focus on compliance
Able to act in a fair and reasonable way
High level of commitment
Flexibility to work additional hours if required to support the business needs
Good levels of English speaking
Physically fit and able to perform tasks of a manual nature
 
Hours of Work

40 hours per week
Monday to Friday
 
Equal Opportunities
We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace for all. We are an Equal Opportunities Employer and welcome applications from all individuals, regardless of age; disability; gender; gender reassignment; marital or civil partnership status; pregnancy and maternity; race; religion or belief; sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by law. We believe that diversity enriches our workplace and enhances our ability to deliver exceptional results. We assess all applications based on skills, qualifications, and experience, ensuring a fair and equitable recruitment process.
 
**No Agencies please**

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