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Production Engineering - Pre-Production Mold Setter

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NIFCO

Shelbyville, KY (In Person)

Full-Time

Posted 1 week ago (Updated 14 hours ago) • Actively hiring

Expires 7/11/2026

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Job Description

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:
Sets molds and prepares material for R&D, pre-production samples, along with preparing outsource material orders for shipment. Job may vary depending on location.
Essential Functions:
Preform pre-production mold changes Performing level 1 preventative maintenance and removing tools Cleaning and inspection of machine platen and plate holes Purging of screw and barrel to eliminate contamination Setting next tool, connecting water hoses and safety switches Cleaning up the area in and around press Prepares raw material Preparing material for daily trials Clean material handling equipment Issue and return raw material Prepare outsourced material orders for shipment Operate/run presses if needed Maintain cleanliness of R&D area Maintain accurate tool locations in R&D area Support mold setters and material handling activities when daily duties are completed Other duties as requested Duties may vary depending on location
Non- Essential Functions:
Behave in a positive manner that enhances the success of the company Ability to work flexible hours
Education:
High school diploma
Skills/Experience/Requirements:
0-2 years of experience in injection molding Forklift experience (may vary based on location) Self-motivated and capable of managing their own workload Must be able to communicate effectively in the English language both verbally and in writing Possess a high level of concentration and ability to focus on small details
Physical/Ergonomic Requirements:
Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs. Nifco has a long-standing policy of non-discrimination in employment. We are an equal opportunity employer and do not unlawfully