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Reference: TEG -853
Salary: 12.46-12.46 (GBP) / Hourly
Job Location: Brackley, England, United Kingdom
Job Type: Full Time
Posted: Thursday, 8th May 2025

Client Overview:

​The Employment Group is pleased to announce a new partnership with a well-established plastic injection moulding specialist based in Brackley. This manufacturer has been delivering end-to-end solutions since 1989, offering a comprehensive suite of services from concept development and prototyping to full-scale production, assembly, and post-moulding decoration.​

plasmotec.co.uk

Operating from a modern facility in Northamptonshire, the company maintains full control over the entire production lifecycle. This includes in-house tool design and manufacturing, rapid prototyping capabilities, and 24-hour production supported by a fleet of over 30 moulding machines. Their integrated approach ensures efficiency, cost-effectiveness, and high-quality output across all projects.​

By combining technical expertise with a customer-centric approach, this manufacturer continues to be a trusted partner for clients seeking reliable and innovative plastic moulding solutions.

Job Description:

The Employment Group is pleased to partner with a leading plastic injection moulding specialist, based in Brackley, to recruit Machine Operatives for their growing team. This is an exciting opportunity to join a dynamic and forward-thinking manufacturing business that supplies high-quality components to multiple industries including automotive, health and beauty, medical devices, and engineering.

As a Machine Operative, you will play a key role in the manufacturing process, operating advanced machinery to produce precision-engineered plastic parts. This position offers the chance to develop valuable technical skills, with full training provided. Your work will directly contribute to the production of high-quality components that meet the company’s strict customer specifications and industry standards.

The role is ideal for individuals with a strong interest in working with machinery and a desire to gain hands-on experience in the manufacturing sector. If you're someone who enjoys working in a fast-paced, collaborative environment, and you're looking for a role where you can grow your career, then this is the position for you.

Your responsibilities as a Machine Operative include:

  • Set up, operate, and monitor injection moulding machines to produce plastic components to specified dimensions and tolerances
  • Perform regular machine checks to ensure smooth, continuous operation and minimise downtime
  • Adjust machine settings, such as temperature, pressure, and cycle time, to meet production requirements
  • Troubleshoot machine malfunctions and perform minor repairs or adjustments to ensure machines are running efficiently
  • Conduct visual inspections of products at various stages of production to ensure they meet quality standards
  • Use measuring tools such as calipers and micrometers to perform checks and verify the accuracy of components
  • Report any product defects, quality issues, or machine faults to the supervisor or maintenance team promptly

The requirements as a Machine Operative include:

  • Previous experience in a manufacturing or production environment (injection moulding experience is a plus).
  • Ability to operate and monitor production machinery effectively.
  • Basic troubleshooting and maintenance skills for machines.
  • Familiarity with basic measuring tools (calipers, micrometers) for quality checks.
  • High attention to detail for identifying defects and ensuring product quality.
  • Comfortable with manual handling and lifting materials when needed.
  • Problem-solving skills to resolve machine issues quickly and minimize downtime.
  • Ability to work effectively as part of a team.
  • Strong verbal and written communication skills.

Shift Times:

EARLY (Mon - FRI [06:00 - 14:00])

LATE (Mon - Thur [14:00 - 22:00] Fri [11:30 - 19:30])

ROTATING SHIFTS

PAY RATES:

This role is paying £12.46 per hour

Start Dates / Induction Process:

Immediate starts available. Inductions taking place including site tours and teaching you process and procedures of the company and workload.

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The Employment Group