Injection Moulding Technician

About the role

We are seeking an experienced Injection Moulding Technician to join a forward‑thinking manufacturing business in Stirchley, Birmingham. You will work closely with the Technical Manager to ensure production runs smoothly, products meet the highest quality standards, and continuous improvement initiatives are delivered.

Key responsibilities

• Set and condition injection moulding tools for production runs.
• Operate moulding machines using established programmes and process parameters.
• Monitor product quality and ensure compliance with customer specifications.
• Diagnose machine faults and implement corrective actions.
• Carry out routine maintenance and tooling fault‑finding.
• Support process improvement and troubleshooting initiatives.
• Conduct quality inspections and maintain accurate records.
• Prepare auxiliary equipment and production set‑ups.
• Use production systems such as Blackbird/ERP.
• Assist with new tool trials and process optimisation.
• Provide shift support or supervision when required.

Required profile

• Minimum 3 years’ experience in injection moulding.
• IMT Level 2 & 3 qualifications.
• Strong machine setting and processing experience.
• Experience with tool trials and process optimisation.
• Mechanical fault‑finding skills and basic electrical knowledge.
• Understanding of Lean Manufacturing principles.
• Experience with ERP systems (e.g., Microsoft Dynamics).
• Proactive, continuous‑improvement mindset.

Required skills

• Injection moulding tool setting
• Machine operation
• Tool trials
• Process optimisation
• Mechanical fault‑finding
• Basic electrical knowledge
• Lean Manufacturing
• ERP systems (Microsoft Dynamics)

What we offer

• Competitive salary (£30,000‑£35,000 per year, dependent on experience)
• £3.00 per hour night‑shift premium
• Company pension scheme
• Generous holiday allowance
• On‑site parking
• Ongoing training and career development
• Opportunity to work on new tooling and improvement projects