Process Engineer, Coating

Company Overview

Headquartered in suburban Atlanta, Georgia, Artivion, Inc. specializes in developing innovative medical devices aimed at addressing challenging cardiac and vascular conditions. Our Austin facility houses a diverse team dedicated to producing the On-X Mechanical Heart Valves. With over 1,400 employees globally and manufacturing sites in Atlanta, Austin, and Hechingen, Germany, Artivion serves healthcare professionals in over 100 countries. For more details, visit our website at www.artivion.com.

Position Objective:

The Coating Process Engineer (CPE) requires a self-starter working with a minimum of supervision. This individual will own the following systems and ensure they are maintained: Support equipment, PLC control equipment, Heating Systems, Internal Coater Components.  The CPE will have working knowledge of coating operations, this includes Coater tube lot number assignment, product spreadsheet, monitor and monitor met results for Research and Development Spreadsheets, Housing wall angle and deviation tracking. Work assignments will include developing/improving operation of all the equipment associated with the coating area, written procedures, and a thorough understanding of the process and its impact on other production processes.  Employee must be conscientious and accurately manage process and accountability records.

Responsibilities:

• Daily maintenance
• Preventive maintenance scheduling and execution.
• Understand product schedule, mix, and associated paperwork to meet requirements
• Nozzle identification and oversee the assignment of nozzles to meet specific product requirements
• Setup and breakdown coating reactor
• Operate computerized coating control system
• Own process and react to problems both from a condition and maintenance standpoint.
• Evaluate coated product for acceptability, and improve where needed
• Complete processing records and related documentation using spreadsheet and word processor efficiently
• Schedule and perform both scheduled and corrective maintenance on coaters
• Own and operate support equipment such as dust collector, cooling system, and gas supplies
• Work with management in solving equipment or processing problems.
• Manage coating supply inventories. Recognize and react to inventory and quality issues before process is affected.
• Assist in development of new products or technology
• Participate in writing procedure and process documentation
• Operate engine lathe, requiring standing for periods of time
• Suggest process and equipment improvements
• Relate to other people beyond giving and receiving instructions: (a) can get along with co-workers or peers without exhibiting behavioral extremes; (b) respond appropriately to criticism from a supervisor
• Manage time effectively
• Provide backup assistance, as needed with weekly schedule of team’s work

Other responsibilities as assigned.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s Degree w/ coursework in chemistry, math, or electronics. Applicable experience may be substituted for a degree.
• 5 years maintenance background with experience with PLC controls, Electromechanical systems, Baghouse, Cooling towers preferred. 
• 5 years of experience in a manufacturing environment, preferably in a GMP chemical processing or vacuum coating operation (pyrolytic carbon coating especially preferred). 
• Experience using Microsoft Windows computer operating environment including ability to navigate file structures (folders, directories, files, etc…).  Microsoft Word and Excel experience required.
• Ability to read, analyze, interpret and follow written instructions
• Ability to interpret and follow oral instructions
• Required to read, write and speak English with good command of the language, and use simple math.
• Basic computer skills including at minimum, be proficient in use of MS Office, internet, and electronic mail
• Good interpersonal and communication skills
• Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions
• Able and willing to work shift as needed.
• Able and willing to work extra hours as needed.

Benefits:

• Comprehensive Medical, Dental, and Vision
• Life Insurance
• Supplemental Benefits
• 401(k) with both Traditional and Roth options available
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP)
• 10 Paid Company Holidays
• Competitive PTO plan
• Tuition Reimbursement

Equal Employment Opportunity Employer (EEO):
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other protected status under applicable law.