Unit 05 - Machine Operator

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! Machine Operator Job Summary: Responsible for transferring products, supplying components and totes to and from presses throughout the production floor to allow continuous production.

Essential Functions

• Safety o 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) o Familiar with and can locate Safety Data Sheet o Understands OSHA’s “Right to Know” Policy
• 5S o Follow 5S procedure and guidance o Keep work area clean at all times
• Product Quality o Good understanding of the NIFCO Quality Policy o Identification and handling of non-conforming products o Skill and knowledge to read the Part Quality Standard – “PQS” o Skill and knowledge to follow the Nifco Packaging Information Form - “NPIF” o Perform visual inspection checks for part nonconformity (color, flash, spots, shorts, damage, etc.) o Inform Molding Supervisor and/or Process Technicians when nonconformity is found
• Machine Tending o Change totes on tote elevator, conveyor, and bucket stacker as needed o Correctly label all totes with parts by following standard labeling process o Respond to alarms by notifying to Supervisor and/or Process Technician o Move WIP/FG parts to correct locations o Assemble parts as required (refer to work instructions) o Rework parts as required (refer to work instructions)
• Other Duties o Ensure the IATF16949 (latest revision) standard related to Manufacturing are followed o Other assigned tasks by Molding Supervisor or Production Manager as needed Education:
• Highschool Diploma or GED 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 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
• Industrial experience preferred but not required
• Must be able to communicate with supervision, management, and co-workers Nifco has a long-standing policy of non-discrimination in employment. We are an equal opportunity employer and do not unlawfully