Process Technician I

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.

The Level 1 Process Technician is an entry-level trainee role responsible for learning the fundamentals of injection molding operations through on-the-job mentorship and formal training. This position supports production by assisting with mold setups, equipment checks, material changes, and troubleshooting under supervision. The role is critical to the department’s long-term succession planning, ensuring the transfer of knowledge from highly tenured technicians to the next generation of skilled talent. The Process Technician I performs all of the duties necessary to set up and ready a press for production, this may include the completion of the first piece inspection and paperwork,  under the direction of a supervisor or Prinicpal Process Technicians. Shift: 7pm - 3:30pm  Monday-Friday ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES Set molds in presses and run production using pre-existing processes using the established process  Assist with mold setups, start-ups, and material changes under supervision  Monitor molding machines and processes for stability and quality  Support troubleshooting activities to correct minor defects or process deviations Perform visual inspections and basic in-process quality checks Clean molds, tools, and equipment as directed Record data and complete documentation as required  Learn and follow standard operating procedures (SOPs), safety, and 6S standards Shadow senior technicians (e.g., Mike, Ken) to support knowledge transfer of legacy equipment  Attend formal training (e.g., Routsis Injection Molding Certification) as directed Train process technician trainee as needed Troubleshoot molding processes under supervision Troubleshoot molding machine/tooling malfunctions and communicate information with repair under supervision Provide and implement ideas to improve the efficiency of the molding department Solve quality problems and work with quality department to identify root causes Communicate problems, needs and important information to supervisor Other duties as assigned Practice good housekeeping and appropriate measures to prevent pollution or other negative impacts on the environment EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS High School diploma or equivalent 1+ years of molding and/or die setter experience or 1+ years of press attendant experience within Nordson EFD’s injection molding department Able to speak, read and write in English and have the ability to read and comprehend simple work instructions, short correspondence and memos Interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram or schedule form as required Solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only standardization exists Knowledge of plastic materials and their processing characteristics Experience with computer-controlled machines Ability to add, subtract, multiply and divide in all units of measure using whole numbers, common fractions and decimals SKILLS & ABILITIES Excellent communication skills Working knowledge of Microsoft Office programs such as Word and Excel Ability to compute rate, ratio and percentages and to draw and interpret various graphs Ability to read and understand work instructions Mechanical aptitude Use of hand tools and precision measuring/testing instruments Ability to climb up and down ladders frequently WORKING CONDITIONS & PHYSICAL DEMANDS Manufacturing environment. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty