Permanent
Injection Moulding Machine Setter
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About this role
Manufacturing - Other Manufacturing
Eastern Cape
FULL TIME
Job Summary
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.
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