Join our growing Team at NIFCO, where our company’s most valuable asset is our employees! NIFCO America is a leading global supplier of functional plastic parts for the automotive industry. NIFCO offers competitive pay, top notch health benefits with low premiums/deductibles, eleven paid holidays, referral bonus, 401K program plus much more... We have a lot of opportunity for growth at NIFCO!
Hours: 4pm-12:30am Monday-Friday + OT
NIFCO in Shelbyville, Kentucky is now Hiring for a 2nd shift Tooling Technician!
Permanent Full-Time Positions! -Climate Controlled Facilities - Excellent Benefits
Join our growing Team at NIFCO, where our company’s most valuable asset is our employees! NIFCO America is a leading global supplier of functional plastic parts for the automotive industry. NIFCO offers competitive pay, top notch health benefits with low premiums/deductibles, nine paid holidays, referral bonus, 401K program plus much more... We have a lot of opportunity for growth at NIFCO!
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Job Summary: Repair and maintain injection molds for automotive plastic components
Essential Functions:
- Basic understanding of Injection Mold Tooling (Operation, Handling, Etc.)
- Basic repair or replacement of broken or damaged components of injection molds with use of hand tools, power tools and shop equipment according to tight specification
- Preventative maintenance (PM) on existing molds (Overhaul)
- General mold cleaning using resources in the tool shop based on the needs of the specific mold
- Tool inspection as needed including measurements using all methods available, marks and writes dimensions and reference points by use of such hand tools as calipers, micrometers, indicators, and comparators
- Block and unblock cavities during PM and production settings
- Preparation for shipment of molds to outside vendors
- General shop cleaning and organizing
- All other duties
Education:
- Must possess a High School Diploma or GED
Experience/Skills/Requirements:
- Knowledge in mold making or early education in a technical machining program
- Proven mechanical aptitude with a general understanding of dimensional mathematics
- Must be proficient at reading and interpreting prints
- One year experience in using mills, lathes, welding, grinding and basic hand tools preferred
- Excellent verbal & written communication skills
- Must be analytical and make sound decisions pertaining to job functions
- Must be able to prioritize multiple tasks effectively
- Must be cooperative and work well in team environment
- Work flexible hours and overtime as needed
- Behave in a positive manner that enhances the success of the company
Physical/Ergonomic Requirements:
- Ability to lift up to 50 pounds
Job Type: Full-time
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Employee discount
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Referral program
- Tuition reimbursement
Experience:
- Programmable logic controllers: 1 year (Preferred)
- Mechanical knowledge: 1 year (Preferred)
Willingness to travel:
- 25% (Preferred)
Work Location: In person
Skills Required
- High school diploma or GED
- Knowledge of mold making or education in a technical machining program
- Mechanical aptitude and general understanding of dimensional mathematics
- Ability to read and interpret prints
- One year of experience using mills, lathes, welding, grinding, and basic hand tools
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Analytical judgment and sound decision-making ability
- Ability to prioritize multiple tasks effectively
- Ability to work cooperatively in a team environment
- Willingness to work flexible hours and overtime as needed
- Ability to lift up to 50 pounds
- One year of programmable logic controller experience
- One year of mechanical knowledge
What We Do
Nifco is a global manufacturer of plastic fasteners, injection-molded components, and assemblies. Founded for industrial applications, it serves automotive, electronics, telecommunications, home-appliance, office-equipment, and fashion industries. Its products connect, bundle, and secure parts while providing plastic’s advantages of being rust-free, lightweight, and easy to handle. Through Nifco America, the company manufactures and assembles parts for automobile manufacturers across multiple production locations.
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