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.
- 3-5 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.
NOTE: The statements herein are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees and are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of responsibilities, duties and skills required of personnel so classified. Furthermore, they do not establish a contract for employment and are subject to change at the discretion of the employer.
Skills Required
- Bachelor of Science degree in Chemical, Polymer, Mechanical, or Industrial Engineering, unless equivalent practical experience and prior technical performance are demonstrated
- 3–5 years of engineering experience in a manufacturing setting
- Advanced proficiency with Windows, Excel, Word, Outlook, Access, PowerPoint, and CAD
- Strong root cause analysis knowledge
- Advanced knowledge of descriptive and inferential statistics
- Strong polymer and polymer processing knowledge
- Education or experience in measurement systems methods
- Superior time management and organizational skills
- Strong written and oral interpersonal communication skills
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively
- Ability to follow health, safety, PPE, cleanliness, and continuous-improvement requirements
What We Do
Colortech is a family-owned, North American-based manufacturer of color and additive concentrates for the plastics industry. These polymer concentrates are used in consumer products, including food packaging and toys, and industrial materials such as conduit, wire and twine. Its portfolio includes white, additive, color and black masterbatch products. The company emphasizes customer relationships, industry knowledge, product quality and service across a wide range of household and industrial applications.
