1st shift Automation Technician

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

Posted Friday, October 3, 2025 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:

Support the assembly unit with set up and maintenance of new and existing assembly equipment.

• Support production day to day with assembly equipment issues. Reduce downtime.
• Follow guidelines for preparation, launch, and troubleshooting of assembly products.
• Support engineering with machine runoffs as needed.
• Must work with other departments within the company to support the above related activities.
• Conduct process time studies and perform process improvements.
• Evaluate plans to improve manufacturing processes and implement.
• Be able to understand work instructions, inspection standards and other documentation for assembly, testing or post processes operations on the production floor.
• Verify internal assembly rates.
• Assist other engineers to conduct unique product testing according to customer requirements.
• Use analytical thinking and techniques to solve sometimes complex functional problems of assembled products.
• Use efficient time management skills to oversee multiple projects at once.
• Perform general maintenance according to provided schedule.
• All other duties assigned.

• High School Diploma or GED.

• Basic knowledge of Industrial Technology systems or related field. 1-2 years’ experience.
• PLC/Robotic programming/troubleshooting experience is preferred.
• Must be able to communicate effectively in the written and verbal English language.
• Must possess a high level of concentration and ability to focus on details.
• Must be able to communicate effectively with both floor associates and management regarding matters such as process, technique, equipment, tooling and other matters that pertain to essential functions.
• Must have basic computer skills.
familiar with Microsoft Office, Project, PowerPoint and Excel, Windows XP.
• Must be familiar with basic manufacturing processes to successfully enhance new project launch and contribute to continuous improvement.
• Work overtime as needed.

• Must be able to move about freely and spend extended periods standing.
• Some lifting required.

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