Night Shift Setter

Simonstone
2 months ago
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The Role
5S Recruitment is supporting a well-established manufacturing business in the appointment of a Production Night Setter to join a high-performing night shift operation.
This is a hands-on shop-floor role suited to an experienced setter who is comfortable working independently, maintaining process stability, and supporting continuous improvement in a structured manufacturing environment.
You’ll be responsible for setting, monitoring, and optimising moulding processes to ensure production targets, quality standards, and safety requirements are consistently achieved.
Key Responsibilities

  • Set machines and processing equipment in line with process specifications
  • Load and set mould tools and dies using SMED principles
  • Adjust machine settings to maintain stable, repeatable processes
  • Use product flow charts to optimise production runs
  • Apply moulding concern procedures where process deviations occur
  • Carry out process monitoring checks using SPC techniques
  • Analyse process data and implement continuous improvement actions
  • Support development activities, including new materials, products, and process technologies
  • Complete all required production and quality documentation accurately
  • Adhere to quality control procedures and standards
  • Ensure scrap is removed and handled correctly in line with procedures
  • Maintain high standards of housekeeping, health & safety, and PPE compliance
  • Follow safe systems of work and equipment safety procedures at all times
    Skills & Experience
  • Strong mechanical and engineering aptitude
  • Proven troubleshooting and fault-finding capability
  • Knowledge of polymer materials and processing techniques
  • Basic understanding of electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems
  • Familiar with SPC, FMEA, and SMED methodologies
  • Able to work unsupervised on night shift
  • Confident working as part of a wider production and development team
  • Clear communicator with a disciplined approach to procedures and standards
    Qualifications (Essential)
    One of the following, or equivalent, combined with relevant industry experience:
  • S/NVQ Level 2 – Polymer Processing & Related Operations
  • S/NVQ Level 2 – Performing Manufacturing Operations
  • S/NVQ Level 2 – Performing Engineering Operations
    Engineering Apprenticeship, including:
  • Level 2 S/NVQ (e.g. Materials Processing & Finishing)
  • Level 2 Technical Certificate (e.g. Production Engineering / Composites)
    Shift & Benefits
    4 on / 4 off night shift (12-hour shifts)
    20 days holiday per annum +1 additional day for every 5 years’ service (up to 25 days)
    Company pension scheme
    Employee product discount
    On-site parking
    Next Steps
    This vacancy is being managed confidentially by 5S Recruitment

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