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Processing Specialist - Injection Moulding Industry: Plastics Manufacturing Shift: Straight Shift | Overtime paid when worked Reporting to: Plant Manager A leading plastics manufacturing organisation is seeking an experienced Processing Specialist - Injection Moulding to join their operation. This is a hands-on technical role focused on injection moulding, robotics, process optimisation, mould efficiency and production performance . Key Responsibilities Optimise injection moulding processes, including setup and cycle-time improvements . Manage and optimise moulds to maximise efficiency and longevity. Conduct mould, material and process trials. Work closely with Maintenance on mould and machinery maintenance. Troubleshoot injection moulding machinery and attend to breakdowns when required. Work with Shift Teams, Team Leaders and Setters to optimise production performance. Train and develop machine setters. Support continuous improvement, R&D and quality initiatives. Requirements Matric / Grade 12. Mechanical Engineering, BTech Mechanical/ Artisan Mechanical background essential. Extensive experience in advanced plastics processing within an injection moulding environment . Injection moulding machine setting experience essential. In-Mould Labelling (IML) experience essential. Robotics experience essential. Strong knowledge of polymer technology, extruders and injection moulds . Experience in maintenance management . Sound knowledge of ISO procedures. Strong analytical, logical and problem-solving skills. Willingness to work overtime when operationally required. If you have strong hands-on injection moulding experience combined with IML, robotics and mould optimisation expertise, we would like to hear from you. Send your application through to Mia Oosthuizen via the link! Desired Skills: Process Specialist Engineer
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