Nordson

Essential Job Duties and Responsibilities

• Assist in sustaining manufacturing processes by supporting troubleshooting, documentation, and continuous improvement activities.
• Support execution of validation and qualification protocols (IQ/OQ/PQ) for equipment, processes, and design changes.
• Collaborate with engineers to identify and implement process improvements that enhance safety, quality, and throughput.
• Participate in engineering change order (ECO) documentation, test execution, and implementation activities.
• Help analyze production data, perform basic statistical analysis, and summarize findings in reports.
• Observe and participate in root cause analysis activities and nonconformance investigations.
• Learn and apply Lean and Six Sigma principles to reduce waste and improve efficiency.
• Participate in design reviews and contribute DFM (Design for Manufacturability) input under guidance.
• Assist in drafting technical documents, validation plans, and troubleshooting guides.
• Learn quality and regulatory standards applicable to medical devices, including FDA QSR and ISO 13485

Education and Experience Requirements

• Pursuing a Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Industrial, Manufacturing, Biomedical Engineering, or related field.
• Previous internship, co-op, or project experience in regulated manufacturing or medical device environment is a plus.

Required Skills and Abilities

• Strong organizational and time management skills with the ability to independently complete assigned tasks.
• Strong interest in medical device manufacturing and continuous improvement.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills.
• Detail-oriented and self-motivated with the ability to follow directions and ask questions.
• Familiarity with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint); exposure to SolidWorks or CAD is preferred.
• Basic understanding of root cause analysis, data analysis, and engineering documentation.