What are the responsibilities and job description for the Process Engineer II position at Ivoclar?
Description
Process Engineer II Location : Somerset, NJ (Hybrid) Position Responsibilities :
Responsible for undertaking process improvement and development projects and other activities listed below in the assigned areas of responsibility with direction from Process Engineering Manager, Director of Technology, and / or Production Managers :
Qualification / Validation of new equipment and processes
Deviation and change management
Troubleshooting of production problems, implementation of preventive and corrective actions
Process improvement : cost reduction, increasing productivity including automation
Provide technical leadership in production environment based on in-depth, expert understanding of processing-structure-properties relations related to current and new products and processes within the assigned areas of responsibility.
Responsible for overseeing activities related to troubleshooting of the current production processes in close cooperation with QA, Production and R&D.
Responsible for overseeing activities related to implementing new processes and transfer of new products to production in close cooperation with QA, Production and R&D.
Conduct pilot scale experiments and tests needed to develop and / or improve production processes.
Develop specifications and test methods for new and existing production processes.
Investigate new processes and raw materials.
Delegate sample preparation as necessary for testing to Production, R&D and QA staff.
Supervise non-routine maintenance and modifications of new and existing production equipment.
Perform other related duties and assignments as required.
Your Qualifications :
Master’s degree, or bachelor's with equivalent training, in Ceramic Engineering, Metallurgical Engineering or Materials Science and Engineering or Chemical Engineering.
Good overall understanding of processing-structure-properties relations pertaining to IVMI products.
Excellent leadership skills.
Ability to work independently with minimal instruction and a hands-on approach.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, both oral and written.
Ability to travel both domestic and international.
Ability to effectively organize, prioritize and time manage workload.
Ability to deal with frequent change, delays or unexpected events.
Computer literate in Microsoft Office.
Physical Demands :
Ability to sit for extended periods at a computer workstation. Occasionally required to stand, move about inside the office area to access files. Frequently communicates with employees of all levels as well as outside vendors. Must be able to exchange accurate information in these situations.
Benefits Offered
Medical plan
Prescription drug coverage
Dental plan
Retirement savings plan
Disability benefits
Flexible spending account
Voluntary benefits
Time off program
Wellness program
Let's achieve our goal together. If you are looking for a job where you can contribute actively, develop personally and professionally and make a lasting difference then this is the right place for you. As an international family business with a long-term perspective, we know that it is our around 3600 employees that are the key to our success. Let's achieve our goal together : Making people smile.
Ivoclar is committed to Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action and, as such, affirms in policy and practice to recruit, hire, train, and promote, in all job classifications, without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, citizenship, sex, age, veteran status, disability, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity or any other protected characteristic. Ivoclar will not discriminate against persons because of their disability and will make reasonable accommodations for known physical or mental limitations of qualified employees and applicants with disabilities. We will also make reasonable accommodations during the interview and selection process.
Equal Opportunity Employer / Protected Veterans / Individuals with Disabilities
The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)
