Tool Setter/Supervisor

Why Should You Apply?

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A Clear Progression Path: This isn't just another job; it is a long-term succession plan. There is a genuine opportunity for you to step up to Production Manager and eventually even join the board of directors.
Impact: You will provide input on the daily operations of the injection moulding department, your ideas will be listened to, and you will have the opportunity to make improvements.
Close-Knit Culture: Join a well-established manufacturer that takes pride in a non-corporate, 'close-knit' environment where you are more than just a number.
Diverse Technical Challenges: Work with a wide range of machinery, from 40T to 2700T, serving important industries like construction and drainage.
What You'll Be Doing:
Lead and Mentor: You will lead a team of operators, assuring smooth handovers and providing daily leadership.
Hands-On: In addition to leading the operators, you will work alongside the setter to operate and run machines. As a small business, all team members are required to be hands-on.
Process Optimisation: Monitor moulding processes to meet scrap and cycle-time targets, and conduct material and tool trials.
Technical Oversight: Perform safe and efficient tool changes and handle troubleshooting or basic machine maintenance when the team needs your expertise.
Quality & Safety: Maintain high housekeeping standards and make sure all activities comply with ISO standards and health and safety requirements.
Your Remuneration Package:
Salary: Up to £40,000 (dependent on experience).
Yearly Bonus: A performance-related bonus based on annual turnover, often equivalent to roughly one month's wages.
Holiday Allowance: 23 days plus bank holidays, increasing to 25 days after five years of service.
Benefits: 4% pension, complimentary refreshments, and a uniform are provided.
Future Growth: The ultimate benefit is the defined path toward company directorship.
What You'll Need To Apply:
Technical Expertise: A strong background in plastic injection moulding, including deep knowledge of machines, tooling, processing and robot programming.
Solution-Oriented Mindset: You should be self-motivated, able to work independently, and comfortable making supervisory decisions.
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