Process Technician II: Injection Molding & Mold Setup

Nordson Corporation; Norwich (CT); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

Nordson EFD in Norwich, CT, is seeking an experienced Molding Technician to set up molds, start up and troubleshoot the molding process on all molds and auxiliary equipment. You will work with trainees as required, and contribute to process improvements for efficiency and quality in a manufacturing environment.

This role requires hands-on skills with Engel/Sumitomo machinery preferred; a high school diploma and 2–5 years of molding experience are recommended.

Qualifications

• Experience with molds (mold setting and injection mold processing) in a manufacturing environment.
• 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.

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.
• 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.

Skills

Communication

Read instructions

Mechanical aptitude

Hand tools

Ladders access

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Tools

Engel machines

Sumitomo machines

Robot operation

Job description

Nordson EFD in Norwich, CT, is seeking an experienced Molding Technician to set up molds, start up and troubleshoot the molding process on all molds and auxiliary equipment. You will work with trainees as required, and contribute to process improvements for efficiency and quality in a manufacturing environment.

This role requires hands-on skills with Engel/Sumitomo machinery preferred; a high school diploma and 2–5 years of molding experience are recommended.