Production Engineering - Pre-Production Mold Setter

Production Engineering - Pre-Production Mold Setter
Nifco - Shelbyville, 380 Hudson Blvd, Shelbyville, Kentucky, United States of America

Job Description
Posted Tuesday, June 2, 2026 at 4:00 AM

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

Preparing material for daily trials

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 discriminate.

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