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Job Description
Location: Brett Martin Ltd, 24 Roughfort Road
Brett Martin is a firmly established global business, manufacturing an ever-growing range of plastic and building products. Due to continuous growth and investment, we are seeking to recruit a new Injection Moulding Machine Setter, who will have the opportunity to join an exciting and innovative workplace, working with state-of-the-art machinery and equipment.
As a Injection Moulding Machine Setter, You Will Work
- 12-hour continental shifts (rotating days and nights)
- Average of 40.25 hours per week
- 7 out of every 14 days / nights
- £20.83 per hour inclusive of shift premium
About The Role
Main functions of job:
To achieve optimum running conditions for Injection Moulding tools, machines and their relevant processes by utilising resources and time available.
Main tasks and duties
- Monitor performance against planned schedules and specific standards including cycle time and Quality Assurance and act against variances in order to achieve maximum efficiency;
- Maximises the utilisation of raw materials through efficient machine operation;
- Ownership of all activities within the moulding element of new product / process introductions;
- Conduct material evaluations, analysis and selection recommendations;
- Coordinate installation, commissioning and process development / optimisation for moulds and ancillary equipment;
Full job description is available to download from the advert.
Skills Needed
About The Company
At Brett Martin, you’ll join a workplace where our teams have created a positive working and learning environment. We have career pathways for everyone, whether you’re looking for a specific office role or would like to work hands-on with products. No matter which area of the business you join, you’ll find plenty of opportunities to learn new skills and develop a rewarding career.
Company Culture
Brett Martin, established in 1958, is a leading independent manufacturing company based in Northern Ireland, employing around 1,000 people across its UK sites. With a head office in Mallusk, Co. Antrim, it specializes in plastic sheets, roof light systems, and plumbing and drainage products. Known for its commitment to investment in technology, sustainability, innovation, and employee development, Brett Martin is a top Northern Ireland employer. The company boasts a turnover of £195 million, 50% of export sales to over 70 countries, and 25% of its operations are sustainably powered.
Required Criteria
- 3 –5 years' hands-on experience in injection moulding machine setting in a high-volume manufacturing environment.
- Proven knowledge of robotic automation, including setup and optimisation of Cartesian and 6-axis robots.
- Experience working within a TPM framework, with a strong focus on autonomous maintenance.
- In-depth understanding of thermoplastics, tooling, and injection moulding processes.
- Familiarity with leading moulding machine brands such as Engel, Arburg, Demag, KraussMaffei, or similar.
- Good mechanical aptitude with experience in identifying root causes and implementing sustainable solutions.
- Competent in using measurement equipment and interpreting technical drawings
Desired Criteria
- NVQ / BTEC in Polymer Processing, Mechanical Engineering, or Mechatronics.
- Relevant Polymer Processing / Injection Moulding certification from recognised training provider
Closing DateThursday 14th August, 2025
Contract Typefulltime
Salary£20.83 Hourly
