Unit 43 - Mold Setter

NIFCO; Shelbyville (KY); On-site; USD 21,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

NIFCO Shelbyville is seeking a Mold Setter to load and align molds on injection molding machines for mass production. The role requires readiness to perform start-ups, read part quality standards, and support quality and maintenance processes.

Applicants should have at least a high school diploma or GED, crane certification, and familiarity with English instructions. Safety and teamwork are essential in a fast-paced manufacturing environment at NIFCO.

Qualifications

• Must complete all safety and environmental trainings required
• Must be certified to operate cranes
• Preferred with minimum 1 year experience in mold setting
• Knowledge and skill to conduct mold change and machine start-up
• Must be able to read and understand verbal instructions in English

Responsibilities

• Pull and set molds onto the injection molding machine and start up for mass production
• Perform start-up of press and generate a 1st piece production part sample
• Ensure preventive maintenance on tooling and machine per instructions
• Assist with day-to-day issues and support molding supervisor and technicians
• Follow IATF16949 manufacturing standards and maintain product quality

Skills

Safety trainings

Cranes operator

Mold setting

English reading

Math skills

Teamwork

Education

Highschool diploma or GED

Job description

Nifco - Shelbyville, 380 Hudson Blvd, Shelbyville, Kentucky, United States of America

Job Description

Posted Wednesday, July 8, 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

Responsible for pulling and setting molds onto the injection molding machine and starting up for successful mass production.

Essential Functions

Safety

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 )

Familiar with and can locate Safety Data Sheet

Understands OSHA's "Right to Know" Policy

5S

Follow 5S procedure and guidance

K eep work area clean at all times

Product Quality

Good understanding of the NIFCO Quality Policy

Identification and handling of non-conforming products

Skill s to read , understand, and verify part quality to the "Part Quality Standard" prior to reaching out to Quality Department for mass production start approval

Visual inspection checks for part nonconformity (color, flash, spots, shorts, damage, etc.)

Inform Molding Supervisor and/or Process Technicians when nonconformity is found

Production Preparation and Start-up

Perf orm mold and material changes and fill out necessary documentation

Perform start-up of press

Produce a 1 st Piece Production part sample for Quality Approval

Ensure Level 1 P reventive M aintenance on tooling and machine are completed per documented work instructions

Ensure equipment process and product quality meets documented internal standards

Assist Machine Operator and Material Handler as needed with day-to-day issues

Other Duties

Ensure th e IATF16949(latest revision) standard related to Manufacturing are followed

Other assigned tasks by Molding Supervisor or Production Manager as needed

Education

• Highschool diploma or GED equivalent

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 certified to operate cranes
• Preferred with minimum 1 year experience in mold setting
• Knowledge and skill to conduct mold change and machine start-up
• Basic skills to set-up part picker
• Able to perform Level 1 Mold Preventative Maintenance
• Technical knowledge of injection molding processes with machines, tooling, materials, molding techniques
• 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 effective fria team environment
• Must be able to communicate with supervision, management, and co-workers
• Behave in a positive manner than enhances the success of department and company
• Must pass pre-employment screening

Nifco has a long-standing policy of non-discrimination in employment. We are an equal opportunity employer and do not unlawfully

Nifco - Shelbyville, 380 Hudson Blvd, Shelbyville, Kentucky, United States of America