Production Associate, Lead

Nordson; United States; On-site; USD 52,000 - 72,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical/Dental/Vision

PTO

Annual bonus

401k with match

Health Savings Accounts

Tuition reimbursement

Life Insurance

Wellbeing programs

Job summary

Nordson EFD is seeking a Production Lead to support the Production Supervisor in coordinating high‑quality production activities. The role emphasizes safety, efficiency, and adherence to procedures to meet daily goals.

You will guide Production Associates, ensure line readiness, and participate in ongoing improvement initiatives while maintaining a strong safety culture in a dynamic environment.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience in manufacturing or industrial settings preferred.
• Detail-oriented, self-starter with a drive for excellence.
• English reading/writing and communication required; Spanish a plus.

Responsibilities

• Assist Shift Supervisor in determining daily production needs and assignments.
• Set up assembly jobs and perform line clearances with accuracy.
• Lead Production Associates to meet production targets safely and efficiently.
• Train and supervise employees on procedures and work instructions.
• Coordinate with other areas to resolve quality issues.

Skills

Shift leadership

Team coordination

English communication

Safety compliance

Problem solving

Mechanical aptitude

SAP experience

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

SAP

Job description

Nordson EFD , a global leader in Engineered Fluid Dispensing, 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.

Come join our team as a Production Lead! In this role, you will assist the Production Supervisor in the administration and coordination of effective, efficient, and high-quality production related activities.

How You Will Make an Impact:

• Demonstrate and promote the Nordson safety culture of "Journey to Zero" and that all accidents are preventable.
• Assist assigned Shift Supervisor in determining daily production needs and assign to Production Associates accordingly.
• Determine proper priorities and coordinate movement of component parts appropriately.
• Set up assembly jobs and perform line clearances.
• Lead Production Associates on team in working safely and efficiently to meet all production work requirements assigned by following operating procedures and work instructions.
• Train, instruct, and supervise employees using established production methods to produce a quality product in a safe and timely manner to meet production demands.
• Serve as backup to Group Leader, as needed.
• Track and communicate daily goals.
• Operate necessary equipment to meet required Production schedules.
• Work with other production areas, as necessary, to resolve quality problems.
• May perform equipment set-up, calibration, and routine preventative maintenance tasks.
• Contribute to success of team by submitting improvement ideas, identifying potential problems, providing feedback on new methods or method changes and by displaying a positive, cooperative attitude in working with orders.
• Willing to cross train in other areas and perform in those areas as needed.
• Practice good housekeeping and appropriate measures to prevent pollution or other negative impacts on the environment.
• Other related duties depending on business needs.

What We Offer:

• Starting day 1 , your benefits include: Medical / Dental / Vision
• Paid Time Off (including annual company shutdown between Christmas and New Year's)
• Annual bonus based on personal & company performance.
• 401k (with match AND additional 3% annual company contribution)
• Health Savings Accounts (with employer contribution)
• Tuition reimbursement
• Company paid Life Insurance
• Wellbeing programs to help you live a healthy happy lifestyle.

Shift Available:

2nd Shift: Mon-Fri, 3:00pm -11:00pm ( Shift premium available)

Qualifications to be successful:

• High School Diploma or GED preferred but not required.
• 2 + years of experience working in a manufacturing or industrial setting preferred.
• Prior experience using scales preferred.
• Some mechanical capability & computer skills required. SAP experience preferred.
• Detail-oriented, self-starter with a passion to deliver excellence is essential.
• Team player with a positive attitude and a willingness to learn.
• Ability to read, write and communicate in English as it relates to this position and safety required.
• Bilingual in Spanish a plus

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.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to use hands to finger, handle, or feel and reach with hands and arms. The employee can sit or stand. The employee is occasionally required to walk. The employee must lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision and color vision.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally exposed to moving mechanical parts and toxic or caustic chemicals. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

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, e