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!
Job Summary:
Responsible for pulling and setting molds onto the injection molding machine and starting up for successful mass production.
Essential Functions:
Safety
Adheres to all safety guidelines and expectations (wear required PPE, follow safety protocols, and report any safety incidents, accidents, and near-misses in a timely manner)
Familiar with and can locate Safety Data Sheet
Understands OSHA’s “Right to Know” Policy
5S
Follow 5S procedure and guidance
Keep work area clean at all times
Product Quality
Good understanding of the NIFCO Quality Policy
Identification and handling of non-conforming products
Skills to read, understand, and verify part quality to the “Part Quality Standard” prior to reaching out to Quality Department for mass production start approval
Visual inspection checks for part nonconformity (color, flash, spots, shorts, damage, etc.)
Inform Molding Supervisor and/or Process Technicians when nonconformity is found
Production Preparation and Start-up
Perform mold and material changes and fill out necessary documentation
Perform start-up of press
Produce a 1st Piece Production part sample for Quality Approval
Ensure Level 1 Preventive Maintenance on tooling and machine are completed per documented work instructions
Ensure equipment process and product quality meets documented internal standards
Assist Machine Operator and Material Handler as needed with day-to-day issues
Other Duties
Ensure the IATF16949(latest revision) standard related to Manufacturing are followed
Other assigned tasks by Molding Supervisor or Production Manager as needed
Education:
Highschool diploma or GED equivalent
Skills/Experience/Requirements:
Must complete all safety and environmental trainings required
(e.g.: Lock-out-Tag-out, HAZCOM, Blood Borne Pathogens, Sexual Harassment)
Must be certified to operate cranes
Preferred with minimum 1 year experience in mold setting
Knowledge and skill to conduct mold change and machine start-up
Basic skills to set-up part picker
Able to perform Level 1 Mold Preventative Maintenance
Technical knowledge of injection molding processes with machines, tooling, materials, molding techniques
Must be able to read and understand verbal instructions in English
Must be able to do simple math calculations
Must be able to lift up to 55lbs. multiple times during shift
Must be able to work effectively in a team environment
Must be able to communicate with supervision, management, and co-workers
Behave in a positive manner than enhances the success of department and company
Excellent prioritizing skills
Must pass pre-employment screening
Nifco has a long-standing policy of non-discrimination in employment. We are an equal opportunity employer and do not unlawfully
