Injection Moulding Machine Setter

Recruiter:

Staff Solutions Recruitment

Job Ref:

PE006456/KS

Date posted:

Wednesday, July 1, 2026

Location:

Port Elizabeth, South Africa

Salary:

Monthly

SUMMARY:
Our client, a well-established manufacturing company within the plastics industry, is looking for an experienced Injection Moulding Machine Setter to join their Production team.
The successful candidate will be responsible for machine setting, process optimisation, shift coordination, and ensuring production targets are achieved while maintaining strict quality, safety, and environmental standards.

POSITION INFO:

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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