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Senior Setter / Senior Operator
Job Posted: 11 days ago
Salary: £ 33,342 - 33,342 / Annum
Job Type: Permanent
Location: TF1, Wellington, Telford and Wrekin
Expire in: 17 days
Job Description
Opus Vitae is recruiting for a Senior Setter / Senior Operator to join a leading manufacturer in Telford, investing in innovation and growth. This role is all about ensuring injection moulding machines are set up to run at optimum performance, producing high-quality components efficiently and safely.
This is a hands-on role where you’ll be key to minimising downtime, improving productivity, and keeping quality standards at the highest level.
What you’ll be doing:
* Setting injection moulding machines to achieve the best possible cycle times and quality output
* Carrying out tool, mould, colour, insert, and printer changes in line with the production plan
* Running quality checks and material tests (MFI), taking corrective action when needed
* Supporting the Shift Leader and covering in their absence (e.g. annual leave)
* Monitoring productivity, scrap rates, and changeover efficiency
* Keeping accurate production records and reporting discrepancies
* Ensuring safe loading/unloading of recycling and new materials into silos
* Maintaining excellent housekeeping and working safely at all times
What we’re looking for:
* Proven experience in plastic injection moulding
* Skilled in tool changing and process setting
* Ability to operate overhead cranes
* Problem-solving mindset with strong communication skills
* Conscientious, reliable, and safety-conscious
It’s a bonus if you’ve worked with:
* Engel or Krauss machinery
* Kuka robotics or automation systems
What’s on offer:
* £33,342 per year + annual discretionary bonus
* Training & development opportunities
* Excellent working conditions with modern equipment
* Contributory pension scheme
* Cycle to work scheme
* Recognition & Reward scheme
* Free on-site parking
⏱ Shift Pattern: 12-hour Panama shift rota, rotating days and nights every fortnight (2,093 hours annually).
This is a permanent role, and you’ll be employed directly by the companyBefore You Apply
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