Intern, Quality Engineering - Nordson

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.

Essential Job Duties and Responsibilities

• Provides technical support to manufacturing operations, manufacturing/sustainment engineers, and quality engineers.
• Supports validation projects including data collection, test method validations, and statistical analysis.
• Supports implementation and maintenance of manufacturing methods, processes, and operations for new and existing products.
• Supports sustaining Engineering and QE in resolving Manufacturing issues.
• Leads and/or participates in lean and cost reduction activities
• Supports/conducts investigations and associated actions related to CAPA and Internal/external audit activities.
• Supports/conducts investigations and associated actions related to customer complaints and inquiries.
• Supports maintenance of Quality System implementation.
• May perform QC inspection activities as required.
• May support dispositions of nonconforming material and processes.
• May support execution/hosting of audits

Education and Experience Requirements

• Pursuing a Bachelor or Master’s degree in Engineering. Other scientific or manufacturing related fields may be considered.
• Must have a minimum GPA of 2.8 or higher.
• 0-2 years. Previous internship is preferred, but not required.

Skills and Abilities

• Demonstrated knowledge of basic statistics in a manufacturing environment
• Knowledge of Lean & Six Sigma principles in a manufacturing environment
• Proficiency in data collection, organization, and use of statistical analysis software (Minitab-preferred)
• Demonstrated knowledge of basic problem-solving skills, such as DMAIC and PDCA
• Proficient in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Power Point, Outlook)
• Strong written and verbal communication skills to partner with engineers and other support staff clearly and concisely
• Strong attention to detail
• Basic understanding of various manufacturing methods (machining, molding, extrusions, etc.)
• Able to read and understand drawings and procedures
• Able to use inspection equipment, tools, and test equipment
• Basic knowledge of:

• FMEA
• ISO 14971
• ISO13485
• Metrology & ISO 17025 Requirements
• MSA
• GMP

Working Conditions and Physical Demands

Physical

• Must be able to lift 25 lbs.
• Requires visual and tactile acuity, and dexterity (fine motor skills). 

Environment

• Work is performed in a low noised, well maintained manufacturing environment with potential chemical application hazards.
• Office environment interaction
• 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.

Travel Required

Minimal

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.