5 Injection Moulding jobs in South Africa

Injection Moulding Operator

Location: Blackheath, Cape Town | Manufacturing / Production

We are looking for a skilled and reliable Injection Moulding Operator to join our production team. The successful candidate will be responsible for setting up, monitoring, and operating injection moulding machines to produce high-quality plastic products in line with company standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist with installing moulds and machine setup.
• Adjust machine controls (temperature, pressure, volume) according to job specifications.
• Inspect finished products to ensure they meet quality and dimensional standards.
• Monitor production processes and perform in-process quality checks.
• Load raw plastic material into machines and handle finished parts.
• Trim, package, and label products as required.
• Perform basic maintenance and troubleshoot minor equipment issues.
• Maintain a safe, clean, and organized work environment.
• Complete necessary production and quality documentation.

Requirements & Skills

• Previous experience as an Injection Moulding Operator or in a similar production role (advantageous but not always required).
• Ability to read and follow work instructions or blueprints.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to product quality.
• Good problem-solving and troubleshooting skills.
• Physical stamina to stand, walk, and lift moderate weights throughout the shift.
• Knowledge of safety standards in a manufacturing environment.

What We Offer

• Competitive salary (based on experience).
• Opportunities for training and career growth.
• Supportive team environment.

If you are dependable, safety-conscious, and eager to contribute to a growing production team, we would like to hear from you.

Apply now through Indeed or send your CV to

Job Type: Temp to perm

Contract length: 6 months

Work Location: In person

Job Purpose:

The Maintenance Technician works under the supervision of the Maintenance Coordinator, is responsible to do any mould change or color change for any product that is for production output from the start to end. This includes setting of the machines, packing tables, dosing units for optimum quality and productivity. It is expected to do repairs on machinery, equipment and do preventative maintenance as and when required.

Skills:

· Excellent communication skills

· Have good problem solving, planning and analytical skills.

· Computer literate

· Hand on experience with hand and electrical tools.

· Manual dexterity and physical stamina.

Qualification and Experience:

· Must have at least 3-5 years Blow moulding and or Injection moulding operating machine experience – Candidates without this experience will not be considered.

· Must have Grade 12 (Matric) or NQF Level 4 (N3).

· At least 3 - 5 years within a production environment or a manufacturing industry.

· Knowledge of manufacturing processes and machinery

· Knowledge of pneumatic, hydraulic, electrical, and mechanical workings

NOTE: Please note all Plastic Blow moulding, Injection moulding operating machine experience as well as duration clearly on your CV.

Daily / Weekly / Monthly Tasks:

· Needs to fulfill any admin duties required including keeping files up to date.

· Must do a mould change from one product to another product in due time and set machine for production.

· Must change Packing table between products and set up in due time to run production.

· Must be able to test machine/packing table for process faults and correct it accordingly.

· Must take full responsibility for machine/packing table change in regard to productivity, quality and housekeeping.

· Must handle moulds with care and service as required to maintain a good production standard.

· Must see to it that all accessories for next mould change are available.

· Must be able to set and correct all process faults.

· Must ensure that Quality standards are adhered to and that First-off inspection is done.

· Must fill out the necessary documents for the Process Inspection.

· All worksheets are updated, maintained, and kept.

· Do routine /preventative maintenance on all equipment in factory /Offices

· Housekeeping of machinery and your department are always up to standard.

· Adhere to safety regulations and utilize safety equipment wherever necessary.

· Do the tasks as per Work Instruction where necessary.

· Must assist and train operators where and when required.

· From time to time tasks that does not form part of your job description and seen fit to do as per the managers discretion.

· The above list is not exclusive and shall be subject to reasonable amendment as required from time to time.

· Needs to fulfill any admin duties required including keeping files up to date.

Competitive package

Send your CV to before or on 5 September 2025 at 16:00

Job Type: Full-time

Experience:

• manufacturing: 10 years (Required)

Work Location: In person

Injection Moulding Machine Setter – Precision Plastics

Address: 12 Tee Jay Rd, Brackenfell Industrial, Cape Town

About Us

Precision Plastics is a growing injection moulding company based in Brackenfell Industrial. We specialise in high-quality moulded components for various industries.

Position

We are looking for an experienced Injection Moulding Setter to join our production team.

Responsibilities

• Tool changes and machine setups
• Adjust injection moulding machines and optimise settings
• Ensure quality standards and minimise downtime
• Support operators and troubleshoot production issues

Requirements

• Minimum 5 years' experience as an injection moulding setter
• Strong knowledge of machine adjustments and mould changes
• Ability to work shifts and meet production targets
• Reliable and committed to quality work

We Offer

• Competitive pay package
• Overtime opportunities
• Stable long-term role with growth potential

To apply: Send CV to or deliver in person to:

Precision Plastics, 12 Tee Jay Rd, Brackenfell Industrial, Cape Town

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: R15 000,00 - R25 000,00 per month

Work Location: In person

My client an industry leader in Plastic Injection Moulding who is Based in Atlantis

Requires an Experienced Plastic Injection Mould Setter

Salary R13 000- R23000 pm depending on experience

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS
MUST HAVE 3ys Injection Moulding exp
MUST BE ABLE to do WORK rotational Day & Night Shift
MUST HAVE Own reliable transport
Must have Matric
MUST RESIDE WITHIN EASY TRAVELLING DISTANCE TO ATLANTIS

Duties & Responsibilities:
Must have experience in - Mould hanging and machine setup
Must have experience in - Setting of machines
Must have experience in - Problem solving during production
Must have experience in - Complete reports as required
Must have experience in - Machine maintenance
Must have experience in - Machines sizes range from 400T to 1800T. Knowledge of materials.