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Nordson Corporation

Quality Assurance Inspector - Lead - Third Shift

1 month ago by Nordson Corporation
  • Salary negotiable
  • Norwich, CT, US
  • Full-time
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Lead Quality Assurance Inspector on third shift, owning final part acceptance/hold decisions, assigning QA coverage to production areas, and training inspectors in a manufacturing environment. You’ll join Nordson EFD (Nordson Corporation), a global leader in engineered fluid dispensing, in a collaborative, safety- and continuous-improvement-focused site. Standout perk: supportive culture with investment in skill-building and career advancement.

Key skills
Quality inspection (visual, dimensional, functional testing)Statistical Process Control (SPC)IQMS or SQCpack data entryRoot cause investigationsCalibration support (gages, scales, leak testers)Lean initiatives and 5SUse of mechanical and measuring equipmentMicrosoft OfficeFirst-shot approval (molded parts/assemblies)ASQ Certified Quality Inspector (preferred)
Salary not listed — comparable US Quality Assurance Inspector Lead (3rd shift) roles in manufacturing typically pay about $26–$36/hour (often with shift differential), depending on experience and site.
You'll thrive here if you’re a hands-on third-shift quality leader who can make confident accept/hold decisions, communicate clearly with production, and drive safety, SPC, and continuous improvement.
Why apply
  • Global leader in fluid dispensing
  • Supportive, inclusive team culture
  • Invests in skills and advancement
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.

Job Summary

Lead quality effort on 3rd shift: Make all final decisions regarding acceptance of parts and parts put on hold. Assign Quality personnel to production areas as needed. Act as "mediator" between the quality department and other production departments. Train quality personnel as required.

Essential Job Duties and Responsibilities

  • Champion the team's focus on safety, security, performance, quality, and continuous improvement.
  • Champion the team's focus safety program - Journey to Zero, ensure timely reporting of any issues and concerns related to safety and security.
  • Champion the quality performance through Statistical Process Control.
  • Champion the team's continuous improvement, Lean Initiatives and 5S programs.
  • Assist QE in calibration of gages, scales, and leak testers.
  • Participate in root cause investigations of safety, security and/or quality improvement opportunities.
  • Ensure proper training of new QA Inspector to correctly perform all job requirements.
  • Communicate problems, needs and other important information to department manager and/or other supervisors as appropriate.
  • Enforce compliance of all company policies and procedures.
  • Perform "first shot" approval of molded parts and assemblies, as required in the work instructions.
  • Perform periodic visual, dimensional, and functional testing of molded parts, and assemblies as required
  • Enter inspection data in the appropriate software - IQMS or SQCpack.
  • Put defective product on hold
  • Perform special QA inspection/ toll gate/ sorting projects as required.
  • Practice good housekeeping and appropriate measures to prevent pollution or other negative impacts on the environment.
  • Participate in weekend overtime as needed.
  • As a leader, you are expected to arrive early and/or stay late as needed, to support the team.

Minimum Requirements
  • High school graduate or equivalent.
  • Solid computer knowledge: experience with Microsoft Office.
  • Must be able to communicate in English.
  • At least 3 years experience in quality and/or a production environment.
  • At least 3 years experience with basic mechanical and measuring equipment.
  • At least 3 to 5 years experience in a manufacturing environment.

Preferred Requirements
  • ASQ Certified Quality Inspector
  • AS in Technical Field

Travel Required

None

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.

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Interested?

If you are interested in being a part of a team and creating an inclusive and diverse workplace, please apply online with your CV.

About Nordson EFD

Nordson EFD is a world-leading designer and manufacturer of fluid dispensing systems and single-use fluid packaging. By joining our team today, you will help us bring innovative ideas to life. Nordson EFD is a global team that works to create systems and consumables that improve the fluid dispensing process. We offer a supportive culture in a growing and dynamic work environment. Whether you're just beginning your career or you're a seasoned professional, there's a place for you to belong at Nordson EFD. We offer hourly and salary positions in production, maintenance, customer service, quality, engineering, and more. We actively invest in our teams to help you build your skillsets and advance your career.

Reference: 25765_524066447·Original posting
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