Tool Change Setter/Fitter (Injection & Blow Moulding)

Location: Blackburn
Hours: Monday to Friday

Salary: £35,000 - £37,000 per annum, depending on experience

Looking for your next opportunity in manufacturing?

We're recruiting for an experienced Tool Change Setter/Fitter to join a well-established and growing manufacturing business. This is an excellent opportunity to become part of a modern production environment, working with injection and blow moulding machinery while playing a key role in maximising production efficiency.

The Role

As a Tool Change Setter/Fitter, you'll be responsible for carrying out efficient tool changes, preparing machinery for production and supporting the engineering team to minimise downtime and maintain safe, efficient operations.

Key Responsibilities

• Carry out tool changes on injection and blow moulding machines in line with setting sheets and target changeover times.
• Prepare and install all secondary equipment required for production.
• Complete all tool change documentation accurately and on time.
• Identify and report defects with mould tools, dies, machinery or associated equipment.
• Support basic maintenance activities on production equipment, including granulators and power packs where required.
• Return tooling to the toolroom following production runs.
• Maintain excellent housekeeping standards and promote safe working practices at all times.
• Work closely with production and engineering teams to reduce downtime and improve operational efficiency.

About You

To be successful in this role, you'll ideally have:

• Previous experience within a manufacturing environment.
• Experience carrying out tool and die changes on injection and/or blow moulding machines.
• The ability to work from setting sheets and follow structured processes.
• FLT licence or previous forklift experience.
• Lifting and slinging experience.
• A proactive approach to problem solving and continuous improvement.
• A strong understanding of health and safety within manufacturing.
• Good verbal and written communication skills.
• A willingness to undertake further training where required.

What Success Looks Like

Within your first year, you'll:

• Meet or exceed standard tool change target times without compromising safety or quality.
• Help reduce machine downtime and improve production efficiency.
• Complete all tool change documentation accurately.
• Develop a thorough understanding of all moulding machinery and associated equipment.
• Confidently support the Engineering team with routine maintenance activities.

What's On Offer

• £35,000 - £37,000 per annum, depending on experience.
• Optional private healthcare scheme.
• 34 days' holiday, including a full Christmas and New Year shutdown.
• Free on-site parking.
• Staff canteen with complimentary hot drinks.
• Employee Assistance Programme.
• Company wellbeing initiatives and employee events throughout the year.
• Ongoing training and career development opportunities.

If you have experience with injection or blow moulding machinery and are looking for your next challenge within a successful manufacturing business, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today for a confidential discussion.

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