Job Description

Job title:

Moulding Technician

Department:

Manufacturing

Business:

HTI Toys UK Ltd, Eastham House, Copse Rd, Fleetwood, FY7 7NY

Employees:

Circa 200 worldwide

Salary:

30,000 - 33,000 depending on experience

Hours:

Shift work - some flexibility will be required

About HTI Toys

Founded in 1952, HTI is one of the UK's largest independently owned designer and manufacturer of children's toys, with extensive experience supplying the world's major retailers.

With offices and showrooms in the UK (Fleetwood), Hong Kong, Germany, Holland and China, we are a truly global business with a vision to be the first choice for innovative quality toys worldwide. Our products are designed to give children across the world the opportunity to have fun and grow, through creative and imaginative play.

At HTI we value and respect all of our amazing team. There is genuine scope for progression in a supportive and fun working environment.

Role Overview:

We are seeking a skilled

Moulding Technician

to join our dynamic engineering team. The ideal candidate will have experience in a fast-paced injection moulding, extrusion manufacturing environment and possess a strong mechanical aptitude. This role involves maintaining and optimising injection and blow moulding and extrusion equipment to ensure efficient production and high-quality output.?

Key Responsibilities:

Tool Maintenance:

Competently strip down and rebuild single and multi-cavity tooling to ensure optimal performance and longevity.?

Process Optimisation:

Demonstrate a systematic approach to process evaluation and optimisation to enhance efficiency and product quality.?

Tool Changes:

Perform tool changes, handling equipment up to 2.5 tonnes, in a safe and efficient manner to minimize downtime.?

Equipment Maintenance:

Conduct essential maintenance and repairs on injection moulding machines and tools to maintain operational readiness.?

Desirable Experience and Knowledge:

Pipe Extrusion Process:

Understanding of pipe extrusion processes and the ability to apply this knowledge to improve operations.?

Injection Stretch Blow Moulding (ISBM):

Experience with single and two-stage ISBM processes, contributing to versatile manufacturing capabilities.?

Injection Blow Moulding (IBM):

Familiarity with IBM processes to support diverse production requirements.?

Hot Runner Systems:

Comprehensive knowledge of hot runner systems to ensure efficient Mold performance and product quality.?

Qualifications and Skills:

Technical Expertise:

Proven experience in a fast-paced injection moulding manufacturing environment.?

Mechanical Aptitude:

Strong mechanical skills with the ability to troubleshoot and resolve equipment issues effectively.?

Attention to Detail:

Keen eye for detail to ensure precision in tooling and product quality.?

Safety Consciousness:

Commitment to maintaining a safe working environment and adhering to safety protocols.?

Team Collaboration:

Ability to work effectively within a team, supporting colleagues and contributing to collective goals.?

Why Join HTI Toys Ltd?

Innovative Environment:

Be part of a company that values creativity and innovation in toy manufacturing.?

Professional Growth:

Opportunities for continuous learning and career development within the organisation

Collaborative Culture:

Work in a supportive team environment that encourages collaboration and knowledge sharing.?
This is an exciting opportunity to join the business in this period of growth, however it will mean that the some flexibility around working shifts will be needed.

If you don't hear from us within 5 days, please assume you haven't been successful on this occasion.

HTI Toys Ltd is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

Good Luck, and we hope to hear from you soon!

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: 30,000.00-33,000.00 per year

Benefits:

Company events Company pension Free flu jabs Free parking On-site parking
Work Location: In person