Mould Technician

Location: Newcastle-under-Lyme, ST5 Pay: £14.79 per hour (including shift allowance) Hours: Rotating shifts 6:00am 2:00pm / 2:00pm 10:00pm Employment Type: Full-Time, Permanent Our client is a successful and growing international manufacturing business supplying engineered products and solutions to customers across infrastructure and construction-related markets. Due to continued growth, they are looking to appoint an experienced Mould Technician to join their manufacturing team. This is a hands-on role responsible for the installation, removal, setting and commissioning of compression mould tools on large hydraulic presses, helping to maintain high standards of safety, quality and production efficiency. Key Responsibilities Install, remove, set and commission mould tools on hydraulic presses up to approximately 1,200 tonnes. Carry out efficient tool changeovers, supporting SMED and minimising production downtime. Set press parameters, cure cycles and temperature controls to achieve first-off quality. Connect and disconnect hydraulic, steam and cooling services. Safely operate overhead cranes and forklift trucks during tooling movements. Troubleshoot tooling and process issues and work with Production and Quality teams to resolve defects. Carry out tooling inspections, preventative maintenance and cleaning. Maintain high standards of Health and Safety, 5S and housekeeping. Support continuous improvement, OEE and waste reduction initiatives. Key Requirements Mechanical ..... full job details .....