Job Description

Description

Position Summary

This position is collectively responsible for the technical support of all compounding lines in Morristown.  This position will conceptualize, develop, and carry out the implementation/startup of new products, supervise test runs and submit manufacturing feedback reports to Commercial & Product Development, train supervisors and operators in specific tasks, assist in the development of new procedures, initiate and execute enhancements/improvements to existing processes that reduce scrap, transition time, increase run rates and support technologies to address current and future plant needs.

Essential Job Duties/Responsibilities

• Manages the Trial process of new products, including but not limited to the trial processing, formulation & running conditions setup
• Supports Manufacturing, Product Development and Sales by providing technical lead during initial product development stages such as: involvement in design review, supervise trial runs, create, and submit Manufacturing Feedback reports, created and update SOCs
• Provide technical support expertise in the manufacturing process to reduce and eliminate quality deficiencies of end product
• Provide technical support by initiating continuous improvement activities
• Develop, implement, and execute programs to improve equipment operational effectiveness, yield/waste, rates, and material flow
• Setup & Maintain SOCs in NAV.  Request formula changes
• Identifies solutions related to process flow within the plant
• Research, develop and write detailed engineering studies for product, processes, and trends related to production deficiencies
• Provide feasibility studies on various processes to improve plant and production sustainability
• Update / create Production Structures
• Monitor Datagate & Provis daily for trends outside of predetermined controlled SOCs
• Act to correct out-of-control processes as identified by process control charts, production efficiency reports, etc.
• Assist with preparation of cost analysis associated with producing new products
• Serve on the Safety Committee
• Assist in researching Operations related customer complaints
• Travel may be required
• Ability to work independently and with others
• Demonstrates an understanding of and commitment to the spirit of total quality and continuous improvement in performing the position duties
• Wears all PPE as required by policies.
• Attends scheduled safety training.
• Follows all Health & Safety policies and procedures.
• Must maintain a clean work environment and be responsible for ensuring the production area is kept in respectable manner at all times.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

No direct supervisory responsibility but provides functional or technical guidance to other staff within a work group or unit.  May be required to provide some advice on policies and procedures to staff.

Required Skills/Abilities

• Strong polymer and polymer processing knowledge preferred
• Advanced PC Skills including proficiency in Windows, Excel, Word & Outlook, Access, PowerPoint, and CAD
• Superior time management & organizational skills
• Strong interpersonal and communication (written and oral) skills
• A thorough knowledge in root cause analysis is essential, supported by advanced knowledge of descriptive and inferential statistics
• Educated in the methods of measurement systems preferred

Education and Experience

• B.S. degree in Chemical, Polymer, Mechanical or Industrial Engineering, preferably in Manufacturing, Mechanical, Polymer, or Industrial disciplines. Exceptions will be made when practical experience exists and performance in a prior technical position has been demonstrated.
• One (1) to four (4) years of engineering experience in a manufacturing setting preferred.

Other Duties

Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change, or new ones may be assigned at any time with or without notice.

Effort Required in the Position

Mental:

Considerable attention to detail.  These jobs experience a considerable volume of work, with requirements to process forms/work/information within a certain time period.  May experience moderate interruptions.  May involve some creativity to perform job tasks.

Physical:

Audio Attention Required (when using equipment) – Limited

Visual Attention Required (when using equipment) – Moderate

Lifting or Moving Objects and/or reaching and bending in awkward positions and/or climbing – Limited

Lifting or Moving Intensity – Limited

Mobility - remain in a seated or standing position – Moderate

WORKING CONDITIONS SPECIFIC TO THE POSITION

Adverse Conditions (noise, heat, cold, dirt, fumes, and unpleasant environments) – Moderate

Isolation – Physically removed from other staff – Moderate

Exposure to Accident or Health Hazards – Limited

Local Travel - Limited

Overnight Travel – Limited

Key for Physical Effort and Working Conditions

Based on % of Time Involved:

                                                Limited -                      up to 25%

                                                Moderate -                  26% - 50%

                                                Considerable -             51% - 75%

                                                Constant -                   76% – 100%