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Working hours:
Days: Mon – Wed: 7:00 – 19:00, Thurs: 7:00 – 17:30
Nights: Mon- Wed: 19:00 – 7:00Salary: Competitive salary based on experience/competencies of the role and 20% Shift allowance

We are pleased to announce that we are recruiting for an Injection Moulding Supervisor to lead a small team in a busy moulding department. The position will be subject to a successful training and probation period.
Key Responsibilities

Setting of Injection Moulding Machines ranging from 10 to 650 tonne.
Mould tool trials and Process Optimisation
First line maintenance of moulding machines ancillary equipment and tooling.
Contribute towards 6S, CIT and six sigma projects.
Quality checks to ensure parts meet customer requirements.
To ensure all Health & Safety regulations and guidelines are adhered to.
Ensuring production schedules are met and OEE targets are achieved
Responsible for the training and development of shift staff
To ensure all Moulding Procedures and systems are followed on shiftDesired skills & experience

Previous experience would be an advantage but is not necessary as full training will be given.
Experience of plastic processing machinery.
Knowledge of engineering polymers.
Programming of CNC 3-axis and pick and place robots
Computer Literate with basic knowledge of Excel, Word, PowerPoint.
NVQ 3 in Polymer Processing or PTL Level 3 or above is desirable
Proven Communication and Leadership skills essential.
Effective problem-solving skills.
Previous experience working shift systems.
Educated to HNC level or above in an engineering discipline is desirable

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