Job Description:

Injection Moulding Setter

Location: Kidlington

Salary:

• Monday-Friday Days: Up to £35,000
• Continental Shift Pattern: Up to the low £40,000s including shift allowance
• Annual bonus up to 10% + excellent benefits

A leading manufacturer in Kidlington is looking to recruit an experienced Injection Moulding Setter to join their production team.

NEW: We are now offering two working patterns to suit different lifestyles:

• Monday-Friday days (around 08:00-17:00, with some flexibility)
• Continental shifts (4 Days On / 4 Days Off / 4 Nights On / 4 Nights Off)

We also offer up to £2,000 relocation support (receipted expenses) for candidates relocating to the area.

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Injection Moulding Setter looking to join a well-established manufacturer offering long-term stability, ongoing training, career development and an excellent benefits package.

Injection Moulding Setter Responsibilities

• Carry out mould changes and machine changeovers safely and efficiently.
• Set and optimise injection moulding machines to achieve quality, cycle time and production targets.
• Complete first-off inspections and ensure products meet specification.
• Troubleshoot processing and machine issues to minimise downtime.
• Prepare machines, tooling and materials for production changeovers.
• Maintain accurate production records and documentation.
• Ensure machines are clean, safe and production ready for operators.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives including SMED, TPM, process optimisation and automation.
• Carry out weekly equipment checks and assist with preventative maintenance activities.
• Work safely at all times whilst maintaining high standards of quality and housekeeping.

Injection Moulding Setter Requirements

• Previous experience as an Injection Moulding Setter is essential.
• Experience setting and processing injection moulding machines.
• Injection moulding qualifications are desirable.
• Crane, slinging and/or PPT experience would be advantageous.
• Strong problem-solving and fault-finding skills.
• Able to work independently and as part of a team.
• Good communication skills and a proactive approach to continuous improvement.

Salary & Benefits



Monday-Friday Days

• Salary up to £35,000 for days (Higher for nights)
• Monday-Friday working week (typically 08:00-17:00 with flexibility)
• Discretionary annual bonus of up to 10%
• Up to 5% matched pension contribution
• Life assurance (4x annual salary)
• 25 days annual leave
• Additional paid day off for your birthday
• Paid volunteering day
• Holiday Purchase Scheme
• Employee discounts through MyDiscounts
• Eyecare vouchers
• Cycle to Work scheme
• UK Sharesave Scheme
• Ongoing training and development
• Free on-site parking
• Up to £2,000 relocation support (receipted expenses) for candidates relocating to the area

Continental Shift Option

• Total earnings up to the low £40,000s, including shift allowance
• 4 Days On / 4 Days Off / 4 Nights On / 4 Days Off
• Shift times: 07:00-19:00 (Days) and 19:00-07:00 (Nights)
• Attendance bonus of £195 every two months (up to £1,170 per year, pro rata)
• Discretionary annual bonus of up to 10%
• Up to 5% matched pension contribution
• Life assurance (4x annual salary)
• 20 days annual leave
• Employee discounts through MyDiscounts
• Eyecare vouchers
• Cycle to Work scheme
• UK Sharesave Scheme
• Ongoing training and development
• Free on-site parking
• Up to £2,000 relocation support (receipted expenses) for candidates relocating to the area

Please note: Successful applicants will complete an initial four-week induction working Monday-Friday days before moving onto their chosen working pattern.

Bennett & Game Recruitment are acting as a Recruitment Agency in relation to this vacancy.

Bennett and Game Recruitment are a multi-disciplined technical recruitment agency based in Chichester, West Sussex operating across the UK with specialist teams covering a range of industries.

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