Machine Operator I

Collaboration drives Nordson’s success as a market leader in Industrial Precision Solutions and Advanced Technology. Our employees thrive in an environment where we help each other reach our personal best and enable our company to continuously improve and grow, and our customers to succeed. You will find Nordson employees sharing our success by giving back in the communities around the world where we live and work.

From the mobile device in your pocket to the sensors in your car, and even life-saving medical devices, Nordson’s technology is used to make products that touch your life every day. Do you want to join a growing team in a market-leading technology company? We’re looking for motivated individuals who care about helping our customers succeed. If you value integrity, respect for people, customer passion, energy, and excellence, you’ll fit right in to the Nordson culture.

Essential Job Duties and Responsibilities

• Setup and operate automated production equipment
• Setup manual jigs and fixtures for production operators
• Provide training and instruction to operators on proper equipment operation.
• Prepare all materials in advance of setup
• Record all materials used for each production order for lot number traceability
• Monitor production and make adjustments to ensure quality at all times.
• Keep detailed records of adjustments made during production
• Monitor raw material levels to ensure equipment operates continuously
• Use test equipment to evaluate and troubleshoot quality of product produced or equipment failures
• All other duties as assigned

Education and Experience Requirements

• High school diploma or GED.
• 1 to 3 years of manufacturing experience setting up, operating and monitoring automated production equipment
• Must be able to operate hand and power tools
• Must be able to use micrometers, calipers, tape measure, multi-meter
• Must be able to read and understand Engineering drawings
• Must be capable of working with teams
• Must be able to multi-task
• Basic understanding of AC and DC electrical circuits

Preferred Skills and Abilities

• Graduated from a trade or technical school
• Ability to use oscilloscope
• Experience programming PLCs or other electronic equipment

Working Conditions and Physical Demands

Nordson EFD's East Providence facility is a light Manufacturing environment. However, this position requires standing during working hours. Additionally, candidate must be able to frequently lift up to 10lbs and on rare occasion up to 50 lbs. The noise level in the work environment is usually loud.

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.

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.Third party recruiters and agencies should not contact employees of Nordson or its subsidiaries directly. Any resumes sent to a hiring manager or submitted to Nordson employees are considered unsolicited and property of Nordson. Nordson will not pay a placement fee unless the agency or recruiter has a signed contract with Nordson’s Human Resources department in advance of submitting a candidate for consideration. Verbal and written approvals will not be considered a valid contract for service.