Senior Moulding Technician

Senior Moulding Technician-  Plastic Manufacturing Company

Salary: £31,000 - £35,000

Location: Leighton Buzzard, Bedfordshire

Shift Pattern: Double Days – Monday-Friday

Are you a seasoned Moulding Tool Setter seeking an exciting opportunity? Join our thriving team in Leighton Buzzard, Bedfordshire and play a pivotal role in our state-of-the-art manufacturing environment. As a Senior Moulding Technician, your primary responsibility will be to configure tooling to meet precise moulding parameters and adhere to polybutylene guidelines. Ensure the optimal functioning of moulding machines and associated equipment.

Key Responsibilities of Senior Moulding Technician

• Conduct efficient Tool Changes as necessary.
• Utilise automation for increased efficiency.
• Maintain high standards of product quality while minimizing waste.
• Uphold housekeeping standards and adhere to safety protocols.
• Monitor production data and proactively address any issues.
• Ensure a safe working environment is maintained at all times.
• Achieve or improve Standard Cycle Time, reporting any issues for improvement.
• Carry out weekend duties, including setting, operating, and QA activities.

 Key Accountabilities:

1. Meet production plans on time and in full, ensuring cost and quality targets are achieved.
2. Ensure first and last-offs meet visual and dimensional specifications.
3. Capture and input relevant data onto appropriate systems (e.g., scrap, production outputs, tooling problems).

Health, Safety, and Environment:

• Uphold high levels of safety and hygiene.
• Collaborate with the training coordinator to facilitate knowledge transfer and development.
• Ensure proper separation of waste products into designated containers.
• Implement set-up reduction (SMED) and 5S programme.
• Undertake any other duties as required.

The Moulding Tool Setter will benefit from:

• Competitive Salary 
• Pension Scheme
• Holidays
• Company incentives
• Opportunities for training and professional development.
• Investment in Manufacturing within Production.
• Exciting growth prospects in a dynamic industry.
• Access to state-of-the-art equipment and technology.

If you're ready to make a significant impact in a forward-thinking manufacturing environment, click 'apply' at the bottom of this advert. For further details, contact Consultant Name at Pioneer Selection.

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