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JOB ROLE: Injection Moulding Technician / Supervisor

JOB LOCATION: Shepley, West Yorkshire

REPORTING TO: Injection Manager

Shepley Spring are the UK's leading bottled water manufacturer with over 20 years' experience in production and are proud to remain a family run business to this day.

The company operates in two manufacturing facilities in West Yorkshire and owns several high-speed production lines with the capabilities of producing both still and sparkling water servicing leading retailers such as Morrisons, Lidl, Booker Tesco and Sainsbury through private label and produces the brands Ice Valley® and White Rock® exclusively.

Following a period of impressive growth, the business are looking to strengthen their Production offering to support further expansion and development plans and seeking an Injection Technician to join the team.

Summary:

The Injection Technician is responsible for operating and maintaining injection moulding machines to produce high-quality plastic parts. They will be tasked with setting up moulds, monitoring the injection process, troubleshooting equipment issues, and ensuring production goals are met while adhering to safety and quality standards.

Job Specification:

* Set up injection moulding machines by installing moulds, adjusting machine settings, and configuring parameters for optimal production

* Operate injection moulding machines to produce plastic parts according to production schedules and quality standards

* Monitor the injection process, including temperature, pressure, and cycle times, to ensure consistency and efficiency.

* Troubleshoot equipment malfunctions and perform routine maintenance to minimize downtime.

* Inspect finished products for defects and ensure they meet quality specifications.

* Trim, deburr, and assemble plastic parts as needed.

* Keep accurate records of production output, downtime, and maintenance activities.

* Follow safety protocols and procedures to maintain a safe working environment.

* Communicate effectively with supervisors, co-workers, and other team members to coordinate production activities and resolve issues.

* Continuously seek opportunities for process improvement and efficiency gains.

Competencies:

* Previous experience in injection moulding or production environment preferred however, we will consider candidates with the right hard-working attitude and a passion for the industry.

* Strong attention to detail and ability to follow instructions accurately.

* Good communication skills and ability to work effectively in a team environment.

Working Hours: 46 hours (4 on 3 off shift pattern 8am-8pm)

(Overtime available at increased rates)

Mission Statement:

As a family-owned company, our priority is the health of our team members, our communities and our environment.

Shepley Spring is committed to responsible resource usage and integrating sustainability into every aspect of our business.

We have an obligation to not only drive aquifer preservation and sustainable withdrawals, energy efficiency, renewable energy generation and waste reduction, but also to continuously innovate to reduce our carbon footprint.

We firmly believe in continuing to grow and improving in each of these areas to make Shepley Spring the best water supplier, community partner and employer that we can be