Nordson Corporation Norwich , CT 06360
Posted 1 week ago
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.
Job Summary
Coordinate and/or perform activities ensuring component or system functionality and manufacturability in support of Injection Molding product manufacturing.
Essential Job Duties and Responsibilities
Development and modification of process parameters for injection molding of plastic components
Development and performance of process DoE's for the modification and improvement of injection molding process parameters for specific components
Redesign/modify components/systems as required to ensure long-term manufacturing reliability.
Coordinates activities with internal tooling engineers to create/ensure the ability to manufacture products on a production scale.
Coordinates activities within the Manufacturing department to ensure product/ samples are produced that meet the component/assembly specifications.
Perform root cause analysis and resolution of customer complaints where engineering support is required.
Maintain/improve existing product designs in support of Manufacturing activities.
Creates/modifies BOM's/Engineering Masters required for production of product.
Creates/modifies QC Inspection Procedure work instructions used to monitor component and assembly quality during manufacturing. This includes designing any tests and fixtures required for this purpose.
Ensures that engineering documentation is appropriately maintained and controlled according to ISO practices
Any other duties/tasks as requested by Manager.
Practices good housekeeping and appropriate measures to prevent pollution and other negative impacts on the environment
Minimum Requirements
Undergraduate Engineering degree required, preferably Plastics and/or Mechanical.
Minimum of three years experience in production support/product design role primarily with injection molded parts and assemblies. A degree in Plastics Engineering can be substituted for experience requirement
Experience or knowledge with lean/six sigma tools
Must be fluent in 3D Modeling of parts and assemblies
Firm understanding of the scientific injection molding process and tool design as it relates to part design for manufacturability
Preferred Requirements
Strong written and oral communication skills
Ability to handle multiple tasks simultaneously and work effectively under deadlines
Ability to effectively present ideas and concepts to top management and to implement ideas that improve the process
Green or black belt certification
Familiarity with Engel and/or Sumitomo Injection Molding Machines
Working Conditions and Physical Demands
Travel Required
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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.
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