Process Engineer (Aerospace/Coatings)

In business 105 years, Hohman Plating is a leader in surface coatings and finishing and serves a diverse set of customers, with focus on Aerospace/DOD. A division of Novaria Group, Hohman is a leader in the U.S. with our service offerings.

SUMMARY OF JO

BThe Process Engineer is responsible for utilizing sound engineering practices to troubleshoot and resolve process issues, acting as a process expert for internal and external customers and implementing systemic improvement efforts in order to enhance quality and reduce production costs

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ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITI

ESKey performance objectives in order of priority ar

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1. : Utilizes sound engineering practices to quickly resolve process issues on the production floor and minimize downtim
2. e.Drive and implement continuous improvement efforts to improve operational efficiency and manufacturing consistenc
3. y.Provide process expertise to internal and external customers to utilize and expand the intellectual property of the busines

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ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS: The responsibilities listed are fundamental to the position and must be performed successfully to achieve the key performance objectives of the role. Other responsibilities may be assign

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Interpersonal Responsibilit

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1. es: Acts as a mentor to train and develop capable, independent Co-Ops, Chemical Analysts, and Process/Engineering Technici
2. ans.Serves as a technical resource for customers and internal stakeholders to implement new processes and resolve production related iss
3. ues.Provides guidance and direction to Process Engineering Technicians and Co-ops to ensure on-time completion of assigned ta
4. sks.Provides ongoing technical assistance and training on hardware processing to the Production Operat

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rs. Operational Responsibilit

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   Assists in evaluating project feasibility and alignment with Hohman capabilities; coordinates conceptual production processes to validate/reject feasibi
2. lity.Utilizes Failure Mode Effect Analysis (FMEA) to assess the reliability, safety, performance and risk of new processes; determines likelihood of risk mitigation based on anal
3. ysis.Drives production process implementation and manages the transition into production to drive timely processing and project completion; troubleshoots technical and process related issues as ne
4. eded.Troubleshoots and conducts root cause analysis of project, production and chemical bath process related issues to minimize production downtime; ensures the Production Manager is kept abreast of progress and aware of process cha
5. nges.Generates project reports to allow internal stakeholders to effectively manage projects to budget and defined timelines. Assists in conducting post-mortem project analysis to continuously improve project performance, cost & timefr
6. ames.Evaluates and validates vendor’s capabilities, quality, reliability, and reputation meet Hohman Plating requirements; ensure vendors have clarity on project needs, expectations, and process cha
7. nges.Assists in identifying and implements continuous improvements opportunities with regards to proce
8. sses.Accurately documents time allocation to evaluate production trends and identify continuous improvement opportunities; makes recommendations to the management

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eam. EDUCATION, SKILLS & EXPER

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• ENCE B.S. Degree in Engineering (or Related Technical F
• ield)3 years of related experience & training pref
• erredResults-oriented with process ownership commitment and ability to prior
• itizeDemonstrated proficiency with problem solving tools: 5 Whys, Is / Is Not, Pareto Diagrams, Design of Experiments,
• FMEADemonstrated ability to read and interpret specifications, prints and other technical docu
• mentsProficiency in Microsoft Office Pro

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PHYSICAL DE

MANDS The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of the job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of thi

s job.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand; use hands to handle or examine parts; and to reach with hands and arms. The employee frequently is required to walk; use stairs; climb or balance; and stoop, kneel, or crouch. The employee is occasionally required to sit and talk or hear. The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 25 pounds, and occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, color vision, and depth perc

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ption. WORK ENVI

RONMENTWhile performing the duties of this job, the employee may be exposed to dangerous chemicals, including exposure to fumes or airborne particles below OSHA permissible limits. Frequently exposed to high heat and humid conditions. Employee will be frequently exposed to loud sounds, below the OSHA permissible

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Hohman Plating, LLC is an equal opportunity e