Night Shift Setter

Location: Simonstone

The Role
5S Recruitment is supporting a well-established manufacturing business in the appointment of a Production Night Setter to join a high-performing night shift operation.
This is a hands-on shop-floor role suited to an experienced setter who is comfortable working independently, maintaining process stability, and supporting continuous improvement in a structured manufacturing environment.
You’ll be responsible for setting, monitoring, and optimising moulding processes to ensure production targets, quality standards, and safety requirements are consistently achieved.

Key Responsibilities
 
* Set machines and processing equipment in line with process specifications
 
* Load and set mould tools and dies using SMED principles
 
* Adjust machine settings to maintain stable, repeatable processes
 
* Use product flow charts to optimise production runs
 
* Apply moulding concern procedures where process deviations occur
 
* Carry out process monitoring checks using SPC techniques
 
* Analyse process data and implement continuous improvement actions
 
* Support development activities, including new materials, products, and process technologies
 
* Complete all required production and quality documentation accurately
 
* Adhere to quality control procedures and standards
 
* Ensure scrap is removed and handled correctly in line with procedures
 
* Maintain high standards of housekeeping, health & safety, and PPE compliance
 
* Follow safe systems of work and equipment safety procedures at all times
Skills & Experience
 
* Strong mechanical and engineering aptitude
 
* Proven troubleshooting and fault-finding capability
 
* Knowledge of polymer materials and processing techniques
 
* Basic understanding of electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems
 
* Familiar with SPC, FMEA, and SMED methodologies
 
* Able to work unsupervised on night shift
 
* Confident working as part of a wider production and development team
 
* Clear communicator with a disciplined approach to procedures and standards
Qualifications (Essential)
One of the following, or equivalent, combined with relevant industry experience:
 
* S/NVQ Level 2 – Polymer Processing & Related Operations
 
* S/NVQ Level 2 – Performing Manufacturing Operations
 
* S/NVQ Level 2 – Performing Engineering Operations
Engineering Apprenticeship, including:
 
* Level 2 S/NVQ (e.g. Materials Processing & Finishing)
 
* Level 2 Technical Certificate (e.g. Production Engineering / Composites)
Shift & Benefits
4 on / 4 off night shift (12-hour shifts)
20 days holiday per annum +1 additional day for every 5 years’ service (up to 25 days)
Company pension scheme
Employee product discount
On-site parking
Next Steps
This vacancy is being managed confidentially by 5S Recruitment