Injection Moulding Machine Setter

Key Responsibilities

• Set and optimise injection moulding machines and all related ancillary equipment.
• Coordinate and supervise production staff during shifts.
• Ensure production targets are achieved (scrap %, cycle times, output, etc.).
• Ensure products are manufactured according to schedule and meet customer quality and delivery requirements.
• Maximise effective utilisation of machinery and personnel.
• Ensure compliance with Quality Management Systems (QMS) and Environmental Management Systems (EMS).
• Maintain high housekeeping and safety standards.
• Drive continuous quality improvement across products and processes.
• Review non-conforming products with the Quality Department and implement corrective actions.
• Ensure production work instructions (Setting Sheets, Inspection Instructions, Packaging & Transport specifications) are followed.
• Assist the Stores Controller when required.
• Stand in for absent setters when necessary.
• Be available for overtime and after-hours production support as required.

Minimum Requirements

• Level 4 Plastic Federation Injection Moulding Machine Setting Certificate (NQF 6).
• Minimum 3 years’ experience in:
  
  • Injection moulding machine setting and process optimisation.
  • Shift supervisory responsibility.
  • Plastics manufacturing environment.

Key Competencies

• Strong problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Leadership and team coordination ability.
• High attention to detail.
• Assertive and confident in enforcing quality standards.
• Strong planning and resource allocation skills.
• Ability to train and guide production personnel.