Process Technician II (2nd shift)

Nordson Industrial Coating Systems; Norwich (CT); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Nordson EFD, a leader in fluid dispensing systems, seeks a Mold Technician to set up molds, startup and troubleshoot injection molding processes. You will work with operators to produce representative samples, improve cycle times and maintain quality while following safety and environmental standards.

The role emphasizes hands-on molding, equipment troubleshooting, and collaboration with maintenance and tool room to keep production efficient and compliant with company guidelines.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent.
• 2–5 years molding experience in a manufacturing setting preferred.
• Experience troubleshooting injection molding processes.
• Forklift and pallet jack experience preferred.
• Knowledge of plastic materials and their processing characteristics.
• Experience with Engel and Sumitomo machines and robot operation preferred.
• Formal plastics injection molding training preferred.

Responsibilities

• Start up molds prepared by the molding technician and adjust process parameters.
• Produce samples for First Piece Inspection and troubleshoot dimensional/visual issues.
• Identify process improvements for cavitation, cycle time and parts containment.
• Pull and set molds for production as required.
• Troubleshoot molding processes and adjust for quality and efficiency.
• Assist/train others in troubleshooting and root cause analysis of defects.
• Submit detailed work orders for tool room or maintenance when issues arise.
• Provide ideas to improve molding department efficiency.
• Communicate problems and needs to supervisor.
• Follow housekeeping and environmental safety practices.
• Complete documentation as needed.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Excellent communication skills

Mechanical aptitude

Use of hand tools and precision

Ability to climb ladders

Experience troubleshooting molding

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Formal plastics injection molding training

Tools

Engel machines

Sumitomo machines

Robot operation

Computer controlled machines

Job description

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.

JOB SUMMARY

Set up molds, start up/trouble shoot molding process. Fully capable to work on any molds and all auxiliary equipment. Work with trainee, as required

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

• Start up molds that have been set by the Molding Technician, developing or modifying process parameters as needed
• Process mold to produce samples for First Piece Inspection, performing advanced troubleshooting as needed for dimensional or visual issues (flow marks, degradation, splay etc)
• Identify improvements to molding process for cavitation, cycle time and parts containment and implement while maintaining quality standards
• Pull and set molds as needed for production requirements
• Troubleshoot molding processes and make adjustments to ensure quality and efficiency
• Assist/Train Process Technician I in troubleshooting and root cause analysis of molding defects, as needed
• Able to identify tooling issues and submit detailed work order to tool room for repair
• Able to identify injection molding machine or auxiliary equipment issues and submit detailed work order to maintenance department for repair
• Provide and implement ideas to improve the efficiency of the molding department
• Communicate problems, needs and important information to supervisor
• Practice good housekeeping and appropriate measures to prevent pollution or other negative impacts on the environment
• Performs all documentation as needed
• Other duties as assigned

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS

• High School diploma or equivalent
• 2-5 years of experience working with molds (mold setting and injection mold processing) in a manufacturing environment preferred
• Experience troubleshooting injection molding processes
• Experience with forklift and pallet jack operation, preferred
• Knowledge of plastic materials and their processing characteristics
• Experience with computer controlled machines
• Experience with Engel and Sumitomo machines and robot operation, preferred
• Formal plastics injection molding training, preferred

SKILLS & ABILITIES

• Excellent communication skills
• Ability to read and understand work instructions
• Mechanical aptitude
• Use of hand tools and precision measuring/testing instruments
• Ability to climb up and down ladders frequently

WORKING CONDITIONS & PHYSICAL DEMANDS

• Manufacturing environment.
• To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed above are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.
• Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
• Frequent stooping and bending.
• Regularly required to sit or stand and move about the facility.
• Physical ability to lift up to 70.

About Nordson EFD

Nordson EFD is a world-leading designer and manufacturer of fluid dispensing systems and single-use fluid packaging. By joining our team today, you will help us bring innovative ideas to life. Nordson EFD is a global team that works to create systems and consumables that improve the fluid dispensing process. 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 EFD. 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.