MGS Technical Plastics Strengthens UK Manufacturing Through Smart Recruitment

MGS Technical Plastics, a leading plastic injection moulder, is tackling the industry’s skills gap head-on, with smart recruitment, strong internal development, and meaningful community engagement.

As experienced professionals retire, there are not enough younger workers entering the field to replace them. With vocational pathways into plastics less visible than in other sectors, the gap continues to widen.

While many UK manufacturers struggle to fill vacancies amid a growing skills shortage, MGS Technical Plastics has taken a different approach – prioritising long-term investment in its existing workforce and inspiring young minds through hands-on education and outreach.

Supplying high-precision components to industries including automotive, construction, and hygiene, MGS understands its future depends on people. “Our philosophy is simple,” said Mark Preston, Commercial Director. “We recruit for attitude and train for skill. It’s this mindset that allows us to develop from within and build a sustainable workforce for the future.”

Strong Internal Development

MGS has a proven track record of developing talent from within, offering apprenticeships and accredited training across all levels of the business. Whether in process engineering, toolmaking, or quality assurance, team members are supported in gaining formal qualifications alongside valuable on-the-job experience.

Every team member also benefits from a personal ‘Plan on a Page’ – a one-page tailored development roadmap that directly links individual goals to the company’s broader business plan. This clear alignment ensures the entire organisation moves forward with purpose, agility, and a shared vision.

Smart Recruitment

Recruitment at MGS isn’t just about filling vacancies – it’s about identifying individuals with the right mindset, values, and long-term potential. The recruitment process is deliberately thorough, incorporating psychometric testing to ensure candidates align with MGS’s collaborative culture and way of working.

A strong emphasis is placed on attitude, mutual respect, and how well a candidate will integrate with the team. MGS values individuals who contribute positively to the working environment and support a culture of collaboration. The company also takes pride in promoting diversity and, wherever possible, prioritises local recruitment to help build a connected, resilient, and forward-thinking workforce.

Education and Community Outreach

Recognising the importance of early engagement, MGS has gone beyond its factory walls to educate and excite the next generation about the world of plastics and engineering.

Through partnerships with organisations like Primary Engineer, MGS supports initiatives that bring engineering into classrooms, while also helping to train teachers on the basics of injection moulding and advanced manufacturing.

“We know the future of plastics depends on the next wave of talent.” Having facilitated numerous school visits to MGS, Business Development Manager, Chloe Maine said, “That’s why we’re getting young people excited about what’s possible in this industry – and showing them that modern manufacturing is clean, high-tech, and full of opportunity.”

As manufacturing continues to evolve, MGS remains focused on building capabilities from the inside out. By investing in its people, partnering with educators, and engaging its community, MGS is shaping the future of plastics manufacturing – one apprentice, one team member, and one inspired student at a time.

Read more news from MGS Technical Plastics here. 

MGS Technical Plastics
01254 267750
Website
Email