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Job Title: Tool Setter
Location: Trafford Park, Manchester
Working Hours: 6am-2pm, 2pm-10pm & 10pm-6am Monday to Friday
Salary: £37,000 per annum
Position Overview:
A dedicated Injection Moulding Setter is sought to join a hands-on team and collaborate closely with the new Factory Manager. This role is pivotal in optimising production processes and driving continuous improvements within the factory. For those eager to be part of a transformative journey and work in a small, collaborative team where every voice matters, this role offers a unique and rewarding challenge.
Key Responsibilities:
- Ensure optimal machine cycle times.
- Efficiently carry out tool changeovers to maintain production flow.
- Perform basic mechanical fault finding to minimise downtime.
- Use a forklift to transport materials to their 19 presses.
- Communicate shift priorities and production numbers in handover documents.
- Maintain the tidiness of tooling racks and masterbatch areas.
- Identify and suggest improvements for equipment, software, and processes.
- Adhere to onsite safety requirements and assist in maintaining a safe work environment.
Key Requirements:
- Previous experience in injection moulding is essential.
- A "slow down, to speed up" approach to ensure quality and efficiency.
- Familiarity with various moulding machines, robots, sprue pickers, and granulators.
- Strong communication skills and a collaborative attitude.
- A proactive approach to making suggestions and contributing to continuous improvement.
Be part of a company committed to modernisation and improvement.
Work in a collaborative and supportive environment where contributions are truly valued.
For those ready to embrace a pivotal role in an evolving manufacturing environment and who possess the necessary experience and mindset, this position awaits.
Aqumen Business Solutions is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.
