Material Handler – Injection Molding & Material Prep

NIFCO; Canal Winchester (OH); On-site; USD 20,664,000 - 30,307,000; Full time

Job summary

NIFCO Canal Winchester is seeking an Injection Molding Materials Operator to prepare materials for molding, manage drying and transfer, and clean equipment. The role emphasizes safety, 5S, and quality adherence within a team environment at our Canal Winchester facility.

Responsibilities include maintaining material traceability, assisting with mold changes, and delivering materials to machines. Candidates must meet safety training prerequisites, hold a forklift certification, and be able to lift

Qualifications

• Must complete all safety and environmental trainings required (e.g.: Lock-out-Tag-out, HAZCOM, Blood Borne Pathogens, Sexual Harassment)
• Forklift Operation certified (by NIFCO)
• Basic knowledge of injection molding process and materials
• Must have good verbal and written communication skills in English
• Must be able to do simple math calculations
• Must be able to lift 55lbs. repeatedly all day
• Must be able to work effectively in a team environment
• Must be able to work independently with little supervision
• Must be able to work overtime when required
• Must pass pre-employment screening

Responsibilities

• Prepare materials to allow successful molding of parts including drying, transfer, preparation and equipment cleaning
• Follow safety guidelines, wear PPE and report safety incidents
• Adhere to 5S procedures and keep the work area clean
• Read and apply the Part Quality Standard and inform supervisors of nonconformities
• Conduct mold changes including cleaning hopper, grinder, dryer and blender and fill out Mold Change Checklist
• Deliver materials to injection molding machines and maintain material traceability
• Comply with IATF16949 standards and daily scrap recording
• Support molding supervisor and production manager with assigned tasks

Skills

Forklift Operation

Safety awareness

Team collaboration

English communication

Basic math

Independent work

Overtime readiness

Education

Highschool diploma or GED

Job description

NIFCO Canal Winchester is seeking an Injection Molding Materials Operator to prepare materials for molding, manage drying and transfer, and clean equipment. The role emphasizes safety, 5S, and quality adherence within a team environment at our Canal Winchester facility.

Responsibilities include maintaining material traceability, assisting with mold changes, and delivering materials to machines. Candidates must meet safety training prerequisites, hold a forklift certification, and be able to lift