Senior, Mold Maker

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

Job summary

Nordson EFD, a global leader in fluid dispensing, seeks an experienced Mold Maker to build new molds and perform repairs. You will fabricate cavities, cores, inserts, pins, and plates, and operate mills, lathes, grinders, and EDM equipment to meet exact tolerances.

You will measure components with gauges and micrometers, read drawings, and work with cross-functional teams to ensure on-time repair and tooling readiness.

Qualifications

• 8–10 years in manufacturing evaluating, troubleshooting, and repairing molds.
• Journeyman status in machining/tooling is preferred.
• Experience with tools ranging 300–13,000 lbs and molding machines 80–770 ton is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Build new molds and repair existing ones.
• Measure mold components with gauges, blocks, micrometers to determine machining needs.
• Operate mills, lathes, grinders, EDM equipment (conventional and CNC).
• Disassemble and reassemble tooling as needed.
• Assist in maintaining tooling and status communication to supervisor.
• Support mold prep and production by building fixtures and devices.

Skills

CNC programming

Reading blueprints

Cross-functional collaboration

Team player

CAM software

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Technical or vocational training

Journeyman status in machining/tooling

Tools

CAM software

CNC equipment

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.

JOB SUMMARY

Build new and make repairs to injection molds by fabricating and machining cavities, cores, inserts, pins, plates and mold components

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

• Work independently to assess repairs and setup tool room equipment to perform specific tasks
• Work as team member to build new molds
• Accurately measure mold components using gauges, jo blocks, comparator, micrometers and other measuring devices to determine fit and machining required to accomplish repairs
• Operate mills, lathes, grinders, EDM equipment both conventional and CNC
• Advise supervisor of practical means to accomplish repairs based on assessment of the work required
• Disassemble tooling and reassemble as required to fit critical components
• Accomplish assigned repair work in a timely and efficient manner
• Work within molding and mold prep departments to help repair and assemble tooling
• Maintain tools and advise supervisor of repairs status and the need for purchased accessories and tooling components
• Build fixtures, and other devices to support production as required

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS

• High School Diploma or equivalent
• 8-10 years' work experience in a manufacturing environment evaluating, troubleshooting, and building/repairing injection molds
• Technical or vocational school, preferred
• Journeyman status in machining/tooling, preferred
• Experience with tools ranging 300-13,000lbs and molding machines 80 ton to 770 ton, preferred

SKILLS & ABILITIES

• Ability to program and operate C.N.C equipment
• Ability to work from sketches, prints, or samples
• Ability to interact with other between departments effectively
• Ability to work as a team member
• Ability to use CAM software, preferred

WORKING CONDITIONS & PHYSICAL DEMANDS

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.

50lbs

TRAVEL REQUIRED

None

Nordson Corporation provides equal employment opportunity to all applicants and employees. No person is to be discriminated against in any aspect of the employment relationship due to race, religion, color, sex, age, national origin, ancestry, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, citizenship status, marital status, pregnancy, veteran status or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

All employment offers are contingent upon successful completion of our pre-employment drug screening and background/criminal check, consistent with applicable laws.

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.