Process Engineer (55397)

Job DetailsJob Location: Medin Totowa NJ CT Div - Totowa, NJ 07512Salary Range: $90,000.00 - $110,000.00 Salary

Job Summary

The Process Engineer is responsible for maintaining, optimizing, and troubleshooting an aluminum anodizing production line. This role requires a strong background in chemical engineering principles, surface treatment processes, and industrial manufacturing. The engineer will ensure consistent product quality, improve process efficiency, and maintain safe handling of chemicals and equipment within the anodizing operation.

Essential Job Functions

Process Control & Optimization

Monitor and maintain all stages of the anodizing line, including cleaning, etching, desmutting, anodizing, dyeing, and sealing.
Optimize process parameters such as temperature, voltage, current density, bath chemistry, and dwell times.
Analyze process data to identify trends and implement continuous improvements.

Chemical Management

Maintain proper chemical concentrations and balance in process tanks through regular testing and adjustments.
Develop and refine chemical treatment procedures to improve coating quality and consistency.
Coordinate with suppliers on chemical usage, replenishment, and waste treatment.

Quality Assurance

Ensure anodized coatings meet required specifications for thickness, corrosion resistance, color consistency, and adhesion.
Investigate defects (e.g., burning, streaking, uneven coating) and implement corrective actions.
Support audits and maintain documentation for quality standards (e.g., ISO, customer specifications).

Equipment & Maintenance Support

Work closely with maintenance teams to ensure proper functioning of rectifiers, pumps, filtration systems, and conveyors.
Assist in troubleshooting mechanical and electrical issues affecting the process line.
Recommend upgrades or modifications to improve system reliability and efficiency.

Safety & Environmental Compliance

Ensure compliance with all safety regulations related to chemical handling, storage, and disposal.
Support environmental compliance efforts, including wastewater treatment and emissions control.
Conduct risk assessments and promote safe work practices on the production floor.

Documentation & Training

Maintain standard operating procedures (SOPs) for anodizing processes.
Train operators and technicians on process control, safety protocols, and best practices.
Maintain accurate production and process records.
Support internal processes, including Managing for Daily Improvement (MDI), Integrated Business Planning (IBP), Good Manufacturing Principles (GMP), and Good Documentation Practices (GDP). 
Support On-Time-Delivery (OTD) and Quality metric targets; seek opportunities to increase productivity and eliminate waste.
Execute departmental work plans in conformance with company policies, procedures, regulations, best practices, management objectives, priorities, and financial impact on the business.
Liaise with customers, suppliers, and third parties as necessary, including monitoring work progress.
Read, interpret, and adhere to applicable drawings, blueprints, wire diagrams, manufacturing specifications, work instructions, regulations, manuals, and quality procedures.
Attend and participate in applicable meetings and reports on key metrics.
Maintain company records per applicable regulations and properly execute various forms, reports, and disclosures, as appropriate.
Exemplify good work practices, behaviors, and leadership traits; operate with integrity; treat others respectfully; demonstrate integrity, reliability, teamwork, initiative, creativity, problem-solving, and decision-making. Supports interdepartmental cooperation.
Demonstrate clear and effective communication, both verbal and written. Prepares, maintains, and submits accurate paperwork as required, including job reports, timekeeping records, etc.
Adhere to all applicable environmental, safety, health, and operations procedures and directives. This includes properly using personal protective equipment following manufacturer specifications, Safety Data Sheets (SDS), and company guidelines. 
Ensure job site safety, promote safe work practices and rectifiy job hazards, including clean work areas.
Read, understand, and interpret the lockout/tag-out indicators in the work area. 
Know, understand, and adhere to Company organizational policies and procedures; align with and represent the Company's mission, vision, core values, and cultural tenants.
Regularly report to work on time, maintain acceptable attendance requirements, and work overtime as required.
Perform other related tasks as assigned, some of which may become essential to the position.

Skills and Abilities

Required Skills and Abilities

Business acumen capabilities of leading teams, influencing people, using processes to get work done, managing projects to achieve goals, understanding products and markets, utilizing financial data and financial analysis, formulating goals and strategies, analyzing data, solving problems, making decisions, and assessing performance. 
Business acumen mindset of thinking strategically, building internal and external relationships, outcome-driven, taking action, assuming responsibility, and earning credibility.
Problem-solving, critical thinking, and mathematics.
Organizational skills and a high level of attention to detail.
Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
Interpersonal skills that foster collaboration and positive relationships with stakeholders.
Demonstrated ability to motivate, lead, and manage by example, fostering a culture of positivity, performance, and engagement.
Business systems including Microsoft Office programs (i.e., Outlook, Word, Excel), ERP, and MRP. 
Must be able to wear safety equipment, as required.
Must be able to understand, read, write, and speak English.

Preferred Skills and Abilities

Business understanding of external factors, including market segments, customers, competitors, sectors/industries, business model, value proposition/positioning, distribution channels, global/market extension. 
Experience working in manufacturing with trade terminology and nomenclature.
Track record in process improvement and lean manufacturing.
Medical device manufacturing experience.
A thorough understanding and a working knowledge of all job phases.

Knowledge and Experience

Required Knowledge and Experience

3-7 years of experience in a related job role or in chemical processing or surface finishing, preferably in aluminum anodizing
Bachelor's degree Chemical Engineering, Materials Science, or a related field with knowledge of technical subject matter
Or any equivalent combination of education, training, and experience that demonstrates the ability to perform the duties and responsibilities as described, including an internship in a relevant trade. 

Preferred Knowledge and Experience:

Strong understanding of electrochemistry and metal finishing processes
Experience with analytical testing methods (titration, pH, conductivity, etc.)
Familiarity with process control systems and data analysis tools
Knowledge of wastewater treatment and environmental regulations is a plus
Experience working in manufacturing with trade terminology and nomenclature.
A thorough understanding and a working knowledge of all job phases.

Physical/Mental Involvement & Environmental Factors

Physical Requirements: While performing this job's duties, employees are regularly required to sit, walk, stand, bend, crouch, crawl, and twist. Reach, push, and pull with hands and arms.  Lift to 50 pounds.  Talk and hear, both in person and by telephone.

Mental Requirements: Employees are regularly required to use written and oral communication skills; read and interpret data, information, and documents; analyze and solve non-routine and complex problems; use math and mathematical reasoning; observe and interpret situations; learn and apply new information or skills; perform highly detailed work on multiple, concurrent tasks; work under intensive deadlines with frequent interruptions, and interact with staff, the public.

Working Conditions: 100% of work takes place inside an industrial office/warehouse environment.  Employees work in proximity to moving machinery, mechanical parts, and vehicles and may have exposure to prolonged loud noise, including sirens, horns, and tooling.  Employees may handle hazardous material or have exposure to toxic or caustic chemicals, biological hazards, and airborne fumes. The noise level is usually mild to moderate 75% of the time.

Disclaimer

Job descriptions are not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee.  Other duties, responsibilities, and activities may be assigned or changed at any time with or without notice.  Job descriptions are developed through observation of work, information from the marketplace, and interviews with workers and supervisors currently performing the job.

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