Injection Mouldings Setter

**Company Information**

Hillbrush is a reputable manufacturing company with a proud history spanning over 100 years. As a fourth-generation family-owned business based on the scenic outskirts of Mere, South Wiltshire, we combine traditional values with modern facilities and forward-thinking manufacturing practices. We’re dedicated to producing high-quality products and maintaining a supportive, inclusive working environment for all our employees.

**Role**

We are looking for a skilled and motivated Injection Mouldings Setter, Level 3 to join our manufacturing team. you’ll be responsible for the technical aspects of production—ensuring machines are correctly set up, maintained, and operated efficiently to achieve production targets and quality standards.

You’ll work closely with operators, ensuring that materials, tools, and documentation are used effectively while promoting safe working practices and driving continuous improvement within the department.

**Key responsibilities**

You will be responsible for operating the machine once it has been set up, this will involve;
- Set up and operate production machinery in accordance with manufacturing plans and specifications
- Safely install mould tools and ensure products meet specification sheets and control samples
- Support and guide operators in using correct materials, following procedures, and maintaining quality standards
- Ensure all operators adhere to Health & Safety policies and maintain clean, organised, and safe work areas
- Monitor product quality and take corrective actions where required
- Maintain accurate manufacturing documentation and assist in training operators alongside Team Leaders
- Communicate daily with the Mouldings Manager regarding production performance, technical issues, and maintenance requirements.

**Shift Pattern**

You’ll work on an alternating weekly shift pattern:

- **Early shift**: 6:00am - 2:00pm, Monday to Friday (finishing at 1:00pm on Fridays) — includes a **20-minute paid break**:

- **Late shift**: 2:00pm - 12:00am, Monday to Thursday — includes **two 15-minute breaks (one paid, one unpaid)**

To recognise that these hours fall outside a standard 9-5 schedule, we offer a **10% shift allowance** for early shifts and a **20% shift allowance** for late shifts.

**Experience and Qualifications**
- Professional qualification in Injection Moulding Level 3
- Strong understanding of general manufacturing practices and procedures
- Hands-on experience operating injection moulding machines in a manufacturing environment
- Good organisational and team-working skills
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Awareness and understanding of Health & Safety practices

**What We Offer**
- Competitive salary of £35,000 per annum plus shift allowance
- 23 days’ holiday plus bank holidays
- Free onsite parking
- Free access to our onsite gym

**Job Types**: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: £35,000.00 per year

**Benefits**:

- Employee discount
- Free flu jabs
- Life insurance
- On-site gym
- On-site parking

Ability to commute/relocate:

- Mere BA12: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)

**Experience**:

- Plastics injection molding: 3 years (preferred)

Licence/Certification:

- Injection Moulding Technician Level 3 (preferred)

Work authorisation:

- United Kingdom (required)

Work Location: In person