Job Overview The Injection Moulding Technician is responsible for the setup, operation, and maintenance of injection moulding machines to produce high-quality plastic components in accordance with production schedules and quality standards. This role requires technical expertise, attention to detail and a strong commitment to safety and efficiency. Key Responsibilities Prepare, install, and change moulds according to the production plan. Set up machine parameters (temperature, pressure, cycle time, etc.) and ensure stable operation. Start and monitor production runs, ensuring consistent product quality. Fine-tune process settings to maximise productivity and reduce defects. Troubleshoot machine and process issues, performing root cause analysis and corrective actions. Implement continuous improvement initiatives and ensure compliance with safety, quality, and environmental standards. Perform routine maintenance, cleaning and troubleshooting of moulding machines and tools. Inspect and document production output to maintain ISO and customer quality requirements. Collaborate with engineering, tooling and quality teams and support training of operators and junior staff. Qualifications & Experience Technical/vocational qualification in Polymer, plastics, engineering or manufacturing. Minimum 2+ years experience in injection moulding, ideally within a high-volume manufacturing environment. Work shift patterns when required. Strong knowledge of plastic materials and moulding processes. Familiarity with modern injection moulding machinery. Experience with process monitoring systems and quality inspection tools. For a confidential conversation about the role please apply for the role or contact Owen Clancy at By applying to this job post you agree that Sterling Engineering may process your personal data for recruitment purpose.