Automotive Plastic Machinist Operator and Quality Focus

Nifco - La Vergne, 130 Wheeler St, La Vergne, Tennessee, United States of America

Posted Wednesday, July 1, 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 transferring products, supplying components and totes to and from presses throughout the production floor to allow continuous production.

• 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
  • Keep work area clean at all times
• Product Quality
  • Good understanding of the NIFCO Quality Policy
  • Identification and handling of non‑conforming products
  • Skill and knowledge to read the Part Quality Standard – “PQS”
  • Skill and knowledge to follow the Nifco Packaging Information Form – “NPIF”
  • Perform visual inspection checks for part nonconformity (color, flash, spots, shorts, damage, etc.)
  • Inform Molding Supervisor and/or Process Technicians when nonconformity is found
• Machine Tending
  • Change totes on tote elevator, conveyor, and bucket stacker as needed
  • Correctly label all totes with parts by following standard labeling process
  • Respond to alarms by notifying Supervisor and/or Process Technician
  • Move WIP/FG parts to correct locations
  • Assemble parts as required (refer to work instructions)
  • Rework parts as required (refer to work instructions)
• Other Duties
  • Ensure the IATF
    16949 (latest revision) standard related to Manufacturing are followed
  • Other assigned tasks by Molding Supervisor or Production Manager as needed

• High School Diploma or GED

• Must complete all safety and environmental trainings required (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