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