Plastic Injection Mould Setter (3-month FTC) - JHB

Reference PE003974
Location Gauteng, East Rand
Salary Interval Monthly
Package None-negotiable
Description Requirements:
  • Minimum 5 years’ experience as a Plastic Injection Mould Setter.
  • Experience working on TMC and Borche injection moulding machines.
  • Proven experience in setting, changing and operating plastic injection moulding machines.
  • Ability to adjust machine settings and troubleshoot basic production problems.
  • Ability to identify product defects and make the necessary machine adjustments.
  • Basic knowledge of moulds, plastic materials and injection moulding processes.
  • Strong mechanical aptitude and technical proficiency.
  • Good problem-solving and troubleshooting skills.
  • Strong attention to detail and time-management skills.
  • Good communication skills and the ability to work effectively within a team.
  • Ability to follow production instructions, job cards and product specifications.
  • Knowledge of health and safety requirements and willingness to use the required PPE.
  • Candidates must be comfortable working night shifts and 10-hour shifts from Monday to Thursday.
  • Candidates must be willing to work on a 3-month temporary contract.
Responsibilities:
  • Set up, operate and adjust plastic injection moulding machines to ensure safe and efficient production.
  • Set up, install, change and remove moulds on injection moulding machines.
  • Connect and disconnect water, air, hydraulic and other required lines.
  • Set and adjust machine temperatures, pressures, cycle times and other machine parameters.
  • Start machines and monitor production to ensure safe and correct operation.
  • Adjust machine settings to correct defects and maintain required product quality.
  • Read and follow job cards, production instructions and product specifications.
  • Load the correct raw materials into machine hoppers.
  • Monitor material usage and ensure the correct materials and colours are used.
  • Inspect finished products and identify defects.
  • Monitor and reduce scrap, rejects and unnecessary downtime.
  • Perform basic troubleshooting and minor maintenance on machines and equipment.
  • Report machine, mould or equipment problems to the relevant supervisor or manager.
  • Ensure production targets and required quality standards are achieved.
  • Complete required production and quality documentation.
  • Keep machines and work areas clean, safe and organised.
  • Follow all company health and safety rules and wear the required PPE.
  • Perform any other reasonable duties as instructed by management.
Please note that if you do not receive a response within 2 weeks, your application has been unsuccessful.

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