Injection Moulding Setter
Job Title – Injection Moulding Setter
Location – Hastings, East Sussex
Salary – £34,354 – £40,240 (DOE)
Shift – Rotating (6am–3pm, 2pm–11pm, 10pm–7am, 45 hours per week)


Job Role of the Injection Moulding Setter
An excellent opportunity has arisen for an experienced Injection Moulding Setter to join a well-established and highly respected manufacturing business. This role offers the chance to work within a fast-paced production environment, where quality, efficiency, and continuous improvement are at the core of operations.
Working as part of a skilled team, you will be responsible for setting, operating, and optimising injection moulding machines to ensure production targets are consistently met.


Key Responsibilities
*Set up, operate, and monitor injection moulding machines and associated equipment
*Carry out tool changes, start-ups, and safe shutdowns
*Troubleshoot processing and machinery issues to minimise downtime
*Ensure production output meets quality, cost, and time targets
*Maintain accurate records of machine settings, performance, and production data
*Perform routine checks, tests, and quality inspections
*Work closely with Production, Quality, and Engineering teams
*Maintain high standards of housekeeping and workplace safety
*Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives
Sector – Industrial Manufacturing


Non-Negotiable Requirements
*Minimum 2 years’ experience as an Injection Moulding role
*Background in a manufacturing or production environment


Requirements for the Injection Moulding Setter
*Strong understanding of polymers, tooling, and processing behaviour
*Experience with machine set-up, optimisation, and fault finding
*Ability to read technical drawings and follow specifications
*Knowledge of Lean principles and continuous improvement methods
*Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail
*Ability to work in a fast-paced, target-driven environment
*Good communication skills and ability to work as part of a team
*High level of ownership, reliability, and work ethic
*Willingness to learn and respond well to coaching


The Injection Moulding Setter Will Benefit From
*Competitive salary with scope towards the higher end for experienced candidates
*25 days holiday + bank holidays + your birthday off
*Pension scheme with up to 10% employer contribution
*Discretionary company bonus scheme
*Stable, long-term role within a well-established manufacturing business
*Opportunities for progression into senior or leadership roles (e.g. Shift Leader, Projects)
*Supportive team environment with a focus on development


Additional Information
*Reporting to the Shift Leader and Production Manager
*Working within a team of 3 setters per shift
*Candidates must have the right to work in the UK