Injection Moulding Technician

Job Title: Injection Moulding Technician Salary: £16.50 per hour (+ £3.00 night shift premium) Overview We are seeking an experienced Injection Moulding Technician to join a busy and forward-thinking manufacturing environment. Reporting to the Technical Manager, you will be responsible for setting and running moulding production orders, ensuring consistent high-quality output. You'll play a key role in achieving Right First Time and Just in Time manufacturing, working with advanced moulding techniques and standardised processes. Key Responsibilities Set and condition injection mould tools to meet production requirements Run production orders using pre-set programmes, monitoring output quality throughout the shift Respond to machine alarms and faults, implementing permanent corrective actions Carry out routine maintenance and fault finding on injection moulding machines and tooling Control and optimise processing parameters in line with product standards and cost requirements Maintain accurate records of maintenance, production, and quality checks Support supervision of shift staff when required in the absence of a Supervisor Prepare auxiliary equipment, jigs, fixtures, and assembly machines Perform quality checks in line with company standards and identify defects Carry out first-line troubleshooting of process and quality issues Use and update production monitoring systems (e.g., Blackbird) Ensure safe handling and accurate movement of materials and stock Support tooling trials, processing, and optimisation for new projects Operate forklift truck when licensed Participate in training and continuous improvement initiatives Skills & Experience Required Minimum 3 years' experience as an Injection Moulding Technician Strong mechanical aptitude and fault-finding capability Experience with injection moulding machines, tooling, and process optimisation Basic electrical knowledge Familiarity with production or ERP systems (e.g., Microsoft Dynamics) Strong problem-solving skills with an innovative mindset Good communication and decision-making ability High attention to detail Continuous improvement mindset with knowledge of Lean manufacturing principles Essential Qualifications IMT Level 2 and Level 3 qualifications (or equivalent) Desirable Experience Experience with tool trials and process optimisation Experience working in a high-volume manufacturing environment Role Details Employment Type: Permanent Working Hours: Rotating shifts (6am-2pm / 2pm-10pm) Flexibility required for night shift cover (4:30am start on Mondays when covering early shift) Salary: £16.50 per hour + £3.00 night shift premium Benefits Company pension On-site parking Generous holiday allowance Bespoke training programme How to Apply Please submit your CV along with your availability. For more information, please contact Charlie Boulton on  (phone number removed) (url removed) Omega is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy. Omega does not charge candidates any recruitment or job‑seeking fees at any stage of the hiring process