Machine Technician - Nordson EFD

Skills for Rhode Island’s Future is recruiting candidates for Nordson EFD. Please read more about Skills for Rhode Island’s Future at the end of this job description. 

COMPANY NAME: Nordson EFD
JOB TITLE: Machine Technician 
LOCATION: East Providence, RI
HOURS: Full Time

Machine Technician I is responsible for setting up and operating specialized automated production assembly equipment as well as setting up manual jigs and fixtures for secondary operations. Additionally, responsible for detailed record keeping for equipment and production related activities.

Nordson EFD's East Providence facility is a light Manufacturing environment. 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.

Job 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

• 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
• Graduated from a trade or technical school (preferred)
• Ability to use oscilloscope (preferred)
• Experience programming Programmable Logic Controller’s ( PLCs)or other electronic equipment (preferred)

HOW TO APPLY
For more information and a full job description, please visit Skills for Rhode Island’s Future website at www.skillsforri.com/jobs.  Applicants interested in this position will be screened by Skills for Rhode Island’s Future and Nordson EFD will make the final hiring decisions. 

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