Tooling - PM Tech / Apprentice Toolmaker

Colonial Group; Shelbyville (KY); On-site; USD 52,000 - 74,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

401(k) matching

Dental insurance

Health insurance

Health savings account

Life insurance

Paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

Referral program

Job summary

NIFCO America, located in Shelbyville, Kentucky, is seeking a 2nd shift Tooling Technician to repair and maintain injection molds for automotive plastic components. The role requires basic mold tooling knowledge, mechanical aptitude, and ability to read prints; overtime may be required.

Eligible candidates will perform preventive maintenance, mold cleaning, and preparation for shipment to outside vendors, with a climate-controlled facility and comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• 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.

Responsibilities

• Repair and maintain injection molds for automotive plastic components.
• Basic repair or replacement of broken or damaged components of injection molds with hand tools, power tools and shop equipment.
• Preventative maintenance (PM) on existing molds (Overhaul).
• General mold cleaning using resources in the tool shop.
• Tool inspection with measurements using calipers, micrometers, indicators, and comparators.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Reading prints

Team oriented

Analytical thinking

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Mills

Lathes

Welding

Grinding

Hand tools

Job description

Hours: 4pm-12:30am Monday-Friday + OT

NIFCO in Shelbyville, Kentucky is now Hiring for a 2nd shift Tooling Technician!

Permanent Full-Time Positions! -Climate Controlled Facilities - 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!

To view the types of work go to https://www.nifcousa.com/manufacturing-jobs/

Job Summary

Repair and maintain injection molds for automotive plastic components

Essential Functions

• Basic understanding of Injection Mold Tooling (Operation, Handling, Etc.)
• 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
• All other duties

Education

• Must possess a High School Diploma or GED

Experience/Skills/Requirements

• 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

Physical/Ergonomic Requirements

• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds

Job Type: Full-time

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

Experience

• Programmable logic controllers: 1 year (Preferred)
• Mechanical knowledge: 1 year (Preferred)

Willingness to travel

• 25% (Preferred)

Work Location

In person