Mold Process Technician II - Optimization & Troubleshooting

Nordson; East Providence (RI); On-site; USD 28,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

Nordson is seeking a mold technician in Rhode Island to set up molds, run production, and train a trainee as needed. You will troubleshoot molding processes, respond to machine/tooling issues, and suggest improvements to boost efficiency while ensuring product quality.

The role emphasizes safety, housekeeping, and timely communication with supervision. The candidate should have 2–5 years mold experience in manufacturing, knowledge of plastics, and ability to read work instructions.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• 2–5 years of experience working with molds in a manufacturing environment.
• Experience troubleshooting molding processes.
• Experience with forklift and pallet jack operation preferred.
• Knowledge of plastic materials and their processing characteristics.

Responsibilities

• Set molds in presses and run production using established processes.
• Train process technician trainee as needed.
• Troubleshoot molding processes and make basic adjustments for quality and efficiency.
• Troubleshoot mold/tooling malfunctions and communicate with repair.
• Provide and implement ideas to improve molding department efficiency.
• Solve quality problems and work with quality to identify root causes.
• Spray mold with Mold Saver before removing a mold after run.
• Communicate problems, needs and information to supervisor.
• Other duties as assigned.
• Maintain housekeeping and prevent pollution.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Excellent communication

Read and follow instructions

Hand tools & precision instruments

Knowledge of plastics processing

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Tools

Forklift and pallet jack operation

Computer controlled machines

Engle machines & robots

Job description

Nordson is seeking a mold technician in Rhode Island to set up molds, run production, and train a trainee as needed. You will troubleshoot molding processes, respond to machine/tooling issues, and suggest improvements to boost efficiency while ensuring product quality.

The role emphasizes safety, housekeeping, and timely communication with supervision. The candidate should have 2–5 years mold experience in manufacturing, knowledge of plastics, and ability to read work instructions.