Tooling - PM Tech / Apprentice Toolmaker

NIFCO USA • Shelbyville, KY

5d • Onsite

About The Position

NIFCO in Shelbyville, Kentucky is now Hiring for a 2nd shift Tooling Technician! This is a permanent Full-Time Position in a climate-controlled facility with 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!

Requirements

• Must possess a High School Diploma or GED
• 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
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds

Nice To Haves

• Programmable logic controllers: 1 year (Preferred)
• Mechanical knowledge: 1 year (Preferred)
• Willingness to travel: 25% (Preferred)

Responsibilities

• Repair and maintain injection molds for automotive plastic components
• 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

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
• Nine paid holidays

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED