Assembler I (Molding Operations)

Atrion Medical Products Inc.; Arab (AL); On-site; USD 20,664 - 30,307; Full time

Job summary

Nordson MEDICAL is seeking a production operator to monitor and operate molding machines and peripheral equipment. You will observe machines, inspect parts, and report discrepancies to mold setters or supervisors, ensuring product quality and adherence to procedures.

Responsibilities include reading work instructions, labeling, keeping the area clean, and following safety rules. The role offers steady work in a manufacturing environment and opportunities to grow within a global medical device

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required or equivalent.
• Basic Math skills are required and ability to read and interpret work instructions.
• Ability to communicate effectively with team members and supervisors.
• Specific vision abilities required including close vision, color vision, depth perception, and focus adjustment.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy in inspection and labeling.

Responsibilities

• Read and follow Work Instructions, Manufacturing Procedures and Job Instruction Sheets.
• Keep area around machines clean and organized.
• Label boxes for accepted parts with required work order information.
• Visually inspect parts and place acceptable parts in labeled box.
• Seal box when correct quantity is attained and place scrap parts in red scrap bin.
• Notify Supervisor of any recurring defects identified and pull correct samples for QA inspection.

Skills

Basic Math

Effective communication

Vision abilities

Attention to detail

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Nordson Medical, a global leader in Interventional Solutions, Fluid Components, and Surgical Solutions, is seeking an experienced and highly motivated individual to join our team. We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace, and we are looking for candidates who share that same commitment.

Summary of the role

As a member of our team, you will have the opportunity to work in a dynamic and collaborative environment, where your ideas and contributions will be valued and respected.

Summary:

To observe Molding Machines and peripheral equipment for proper operation, inspect components and report any discrepancies to mold setters or supervisor.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Read and follow Work Instructions, Manufacturing Procedures and Job Instruction Sheets
• Keep area around machines clean
• Label boxes for accepted parts with required work order information
• Visually inspect parts.
• Place acceptable parts in labeled box.
• Seal box when correct quantity has been attained
• Place scrap parts in appropriate red scrap bin
• Place sprues/runners into appropriate container
• Notify Supervisor of any recurring defects identified
• Pull correct number of samples per MP or JIS for QA Inspection.
• Label the bag with the date, machine number, part number, and shift.
• Notify supervisor when leaving workstation
• Ensure that material label on parts container matches the label on the grinder.
• If machine is down, assist other operators or clean work area
• When machine stops notify the appropriate person immediately
• Check one shot from machine hourly to ensure that none of the cavities are blocked and that all cavities are producing acceptable parts.
• Adhere to all Nordson/Atrion policies including safety, attendance, and personal hygiene requirements

Qualifications:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions Basic Math skills Ability to communicate effectively Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, color vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus. Strong attention to detail and accuracy Education: High School Diploma or GED. One to two years of experience and/or training in a manufacturing, or an equivalent combination of education and experience preferred.

Physical Demands:

Up to 1/3 of time is spent walking, stooping, kneeling, and reaching with hands and arms. 2/3 or more of time may be spent standing or sitting. 1/3 to 2/3 of time may be spent lifting up to 25 lbs. 2/3 and more of time may be spent lifting up to 10 lbs.

Work Environment:

The work environment described here is representative of that an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee will work around electric injection molding machines interacting with others in the same work area. The noise level is typically moderately loud.

PPE:

Hairnet Beard cover (if needed) Eye and Hearing Protection as needed for job specific tasks.

Other:

Additional requirements for operators producing CE components

About Nordson Medical

At Nordson MEDICAL, you don't have to be a doctor to help save lives. We are the global expert in the design, development, and manufacturing of complex medical devices and component technologies. By joining our team today, you will help us bring innovative ideas to life. Nordson MEDICAL is a global team that works to create components for life-saving medical devices. We offer a supportive culture in a growing and dynamic work environment. Whether you're just beginning your career or you're a seasoned professional, there's a place for you to belong at Nordson MEDICAL. We offer hourly and salary positions in production, maintenance, customer service, quality, engineering, and more. We actively invest in our teams to help you build your skillsets and advance your career. At Nordson, we believe that anything is possible. We empower our global team of employees to engineer, manufacture, and market innovative products and systems that are essential to everyday life. These differentiated products and systems are used for precision dispensing and processing and serve a variety of end markets, including packaging, transportation, medical, and electronics. Founded in 1954, we are guided by our values of integrity, respect for people, customer passion, energy, and excellence. We care for our employees and provide them with opportunities to advance their careers and make an impact, inside and outside of work. Nordson is headquartered in Westlake, Ohio, and has direct operations in more than 35 countries to support our products and systems with application expertise and a direct global sales and service organization.