Injection Moulding Technician

Nicholas Associates Engineering, Technical and Manufacturing Recruitment Division is working in partnership with a long standing client to recruit for a Product Development Engineer within the medical device sector.

Key Roles
The role will work within the Manufacturing department and offers a unique opportunity to be involved in the implementation of innovative products and initiatives to help improve both efficiencies and waste. Applicants will ideally be an apprentice served Technician with at least 3 years of injection moulding experience, possess excellent technical knowledge of plastics and polymers and have substantial experience of working on hydraulic Injection Moulding machines.
As an Injection Moulding Operator, you will be involved in the setting and changing of mould tools, validation of new tooling and the analysis of defect, fixture or machining problems.

You must have
Candidate must have previous plastic injection moulding experience
Knowledge of continuous improvement and lean manufacturing
Familiar with analytical/diagnostic tools, SPC, 6’s, SMED.
Health and Safety issues Codes of practice relevant to the industry.
Experience in communicating actively and effectively to team members.
Demonstrated hands on experience of tool changes, first & last off approvals & process start-ups.
Good mechanical aptitude numerate and literate skills.
Team player – Willing to train other employees and learn additional skills where required.
Apprenticeship served/formal training in plastics processing.
Experience of Setting machines / Optimising processes / Process trials & validation.

Preference will be given to candidates who have
Knowledge of the properties and processing behaviour of polymer materials
Basic knowledge of electrical, hydraulic and pneumatic systems.
Knowledge of continuous improvement and lean

Our client is a leading manufacturer in the medical industry producing flagship cutting edge medical devices – they are a innovative company who have multiple industry accolades to support this. Our client invests tremendously into research and development to ensure they stay at the forefront of the industry. They aim to truly make a difference to peoples lives.
Our client offers a fantastic work/ life balance with an active social committee ensuring that lots of ‘after hour’ activities for employees to get involved in as well as potential further career progression within the Group

Benefits include
Death in Service Scheme
Attractive Pension Scheme
Childcare Vouchers
Competitive Share Scheme
Cycle to Work scheme
Free Onsite Parking

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