Injection Mould Setter / Operator

Injection Mould Setter / Operator

Location: Birmingham
Salary: £31,500 + Bonus Opportunities
Shifts: Rotating 2 Shift Pattern
Times: 6:00am – 2:00pm / 2:00pm – 10:00pm

5S Recruitment Limited are working with a well-established and growing manufacturing business in Birmingham who are looking to recruit an experienced Injection Mould Setter / Operator to strengthen their production team.

This is a genuine long-term opportunity within a stable business that continues to invest in its people, machinery and working environment. The company has a strong reputation within its sector and offers a clean, organised and team-focused manufacturing environment.

The role would suit someone with previous injection moulding experience who enjoys being hands-on, takes pride in maintaining standards and wants to be part of a business where reliability and attitude are genuinely valued.

What’s on Offer as Injection Mould Setter / Operator 

• £31,500 salary
• Opportunity to earn both individual and company bonus
• Weekly rotating shifts
• Stable long-term opportunity
• Supportive team environment
• Clean and well-maintained manufacturing facility
• Training and development opportunities
• Genuine opportunity to progress within the business

Shift Pattern

Week 1: 6:00am – 2:00pm
Week 2: 2:00pm – 10:00pm

The Role

• Carrying out mould/tool changes safely and efficiently
• Setting and starting injection moulding machines
• Process optimisation and troubleshooting
• Monitoring product quality during production runs
• Working to production targets and quality standards
• Supporting continuous improvement activities
• Basic machine and tooling maintenance
• Ensuring housekeeping and 5S standards are maintained
• Working closely with production and quality teams

Requirements

• Previous experience within injection moulding manufacturing
• Experience carrying out tool changes and machine start-ups
• Ability to fault find and adjust processes
• Good understanding of quality standards
• Positive attitude and reliable approach to work
• Comfortable working within a fast-paced manufacturing environment
• Team player with good communication skills

This is an excellent opportunity for an Injection Mould Setter / Operator looking for a stable and rewarding position within a business that values experience, attitude and commitment.

About 5S Recruitment Limited

5S Recruitment Limited specialise in engineering and manufacturing recruitment across the UK, with a particular focus on plastics, injection moulding and technical manufacturing environments.

With 16 years of industry recruitment experience, 5S Recruitment work differently from high-volume agencies, focusing on quality, retention and long-term relationships rather than simply sending CVs.