Tool Setter

Vacancy: Injection Moulding Tool Setter

Location: Sheffield S9

Hours: MONDAY TO THURSDAY 06:00 – 16:00 X2 WEEKS MONDAY TO THURSDAY 12:00 – 22:00 X1 WEEK ROTATING.

Salary: £30000 - £34000

AQUMEN Recruitment is delighted to be working on behalf of an industry leader based in Sheffield (S9) we are looking to recruit an Injection Moulding Tool Setter.

As part of their natural growth, they seek an experienced Injection Moulding Technician/Tool Setter to join their team.

Main Duties of a Tool Setter:

Take full instruction from the Engineering Manager with regard to process responsibilities on shift.

To include:


  • Tool fitting
  • Colour changes
  • Process initiation
  • Condition setting and Optimization of processes
  • Fault finding and trouble shooting on production machines.
  • Maintain quality standards, liaising with the quality department regarding problem areas, strive to ensure continuous improvement in all areas.
  • Promote good housekeeping at all times
  • Carry out all applicable administration with regard to cycle times, records and log books.
  • Attend training and development courses where applicable
  • Attending meetings and carry out action plans as instructed when necessary
  • Maintain good liaison with all departments
  • Take full responsibility for personal tools and equipment.
  • Promote good Health and Safety at all times.

This list is not exhaustive and may be subject to potential applicable change, continual flexibility is required in line with the needs of the business.

Qualifications and Experience


  • Minimum level 2 IMT
  • Minimum 5 years’ experience
  • Experience in tool changes.
  • Experience in injection mould tool insert / tooling part changes.
  • Desirable: Trained in overhead crane pendant minimum 3 Ton
  • Computer literate

Aqumen Business Solutions is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.





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