Injection Moulding Process Engineer

Injection Moulding Process Engineer

Location: South Wales

Type: Permanent, Full-Time

Salary: £38,000 - £42,000 (DOE)

An established and growing manufacturing business in South Wales is looking to bring an Injection Moulding Process Engineer into their team. This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced process engineer to take ownership of moulding process optimisation, support new product introductions, and drive improvements in quality and efficiency within a high-performing technical team.

Responsibilities - Injection Moulding Process Engineer

• Set up and fine-tune injection moulding machines for optimal cycle times and product quality
  
• Analyse and improve current processes using Lean and Six Sigma methodologies
  
• Support production teams with hands-on troubleshooting and problem-solving
  
• Conduct trials and validations for new tools, materials, and product launches
  
• Collaborate with internal departments including tooling, maintenance, and quality
  
• Work closely with partner facility to implement best practices at the Hengoed site
  
• Develop and maintain process documentation such as setup sheets, validation reports, and work instructions
  
• Support tooling trials and participate in design reviews for manufacturability and process capability
  
• Perform process validations (IQ/OQ/PQ) and ensure compliance with quality standards (ISO 9001, ISO 13485)
  
• Lead root cause investigations and corrective actions for process-related issues
  
• Monitor and report on KPIs including scrap, cycle time, and downtime
  
• Identify and implement cost savings and efficiency improvements
  
• Promote knowledge sharing and skill development across the technical department
  
• Participate in Kaizen and continuous improvement activities
  

Requirements - Injection Moulding Process Engineer

• Previous experience in injection moulding process engineering within a manufacturing environment
  
• Strong understanding of polymer materials, mould tool design, and moulding machine operation
  
• Proficient in process analysis and validation tools (DOE, SPC, FMEA)
  
• Familiarity with automation and robotics in moulding operations is advantageous
  
• Excellent communication, teamwork, and problem-solving skills
  

Qualifications - Injection Moulding Process Engineer

• Degree or HND in Mechanical Engineering, Polymer Science, or a related field
  
• Technical certifications in injection moulding (e.g. RJG, G&A) are a strong advantage
  
• Knowledge of regulated industry standards such as ISO 13485 (medical devices) is beneficial
  

Benefits - Injection Moulding Process Engineer

• Competitive salary depending on experience
  
• Opportunity to work in a technically challenging and rewarding environment
  
• Ongoing professional development and training
  
• Supportive team and collaborative working culture
  
• Career progression potential within a growing business
  

For further details, please contact Kieren Provis on , or email

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