Process Technician II- 3rd Shift

Nordson EFD LLC; East Providence (RI); On-site; USD 42,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

Nordson EFD LLC in Rhode Island is seeking a mold technician to set molds, start up and run production, and train a technician-in-training when needed. You will troubleshoot molding processes, address quality issues, and coordinate with maintenance to minimize downtime in a manufacturing environment.

The role requires 2–5 years of mold experience, knowledge of plastics, and experience with computer controlled equipment. A forklift/pallet jack is a plus, with a focus on safety and efficiency.

Qualifications

• 2–5 years of experience with molds in a manufacturing environment.
• Troubleshooting molding processes and basic adjustments.
• Experience with forklift and pallet jack preferred.
• Knowledge of plastic materials and their processing.
• Experience with computer controlled machines; Engle machines/robots preferred.

Responsibilities

• Set molds in presses and run production using established processes.
• Train process technician trainee as needed.
• Troubleshoot molding processes and adjust for quality and efficiency.
• Troubleshoot machine/tooling malfunctions and coordinate with repair.
• Suggest improvements to molding department efficiency.
• Maintain housekeeping and environmental safety.

Skills

Communication

Reading Instructions

Mechanical Aptitude

Hand Tools & Measuring

Ladder Safety

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Tools

Forklift operation

Pallet jack operation

Computer controlled machines

Engle machines

Robots

Job description

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

• Set molds in presses and run production using pre-existing processes using the established process disc or print out if no disc exists.
• Train process technician trainee as needed.
• Troubleshoot molding processes and make basic adjustments to ensure quality and efficiency.
• Troubleshoot molding machine/tooling malfunctions and communicate information with repair.
• Provide and implement ideas to improve the efficiency of the molding department.
• Solve quality problems and work with quality department to identify root causes.
• Spray mold with “Mold Saver” before removing a clean mold that has finished running.
• Communicate problems, needs and important information to supervisor.
• Other duties as assigned.
• Practice good housekeeping and appropriate measures to prevent pollution or other negative impacts on the environment.

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.
• Experience troubleshooting.
• Experience with forklift and pallet jack operation, preferred.
• Knowledge of plastic materials and their processing characteristics.
• Experience with computer controlled machines.
• Experience with Engle machines and robots, 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 pounds.

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.