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Associate Application Engineer

On-Board Services
Bridgewater, NJ Full Time
POSTED ON 6/25/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 7/24/2026
On-Board Services is hiring an Application Engineer in Bridgewater, NJ!

For immediate consideration please send your resume to
Subject Line: Position Title and State you are Located

Position Details:
Position Type: Full Time / Contract
Job Location: Bridgewater, NJ
Benefits: Heatlh Insurance (Medical, Dental, Vision), Life Insurance, 401k
Compensation: $35.00/hr

Overview/Summary:
Our Client is aglobal leader in adhesives, sealants, and specialty chemical technologies, serving industries such as manufacturing, automotive, electronics, packaging, and consumer goods worldwide.

The Associate Application Engineer will support one or more of our Client's Packaging segments at their Bridgewater, NJ Technical Center with primary focus on Specialty Tapes & Labels.

The Application Engineer will assist in operation and demonstration of pilot coater/laminator machines as well as support calibration and preventative maintenance of all equipment. The Engineer will also perform laboratory testing, analyze results, and issue reports for internal and external customers. Work may include support in defining the capabilities of product technologies, developing test procedures, optimizing product selection and investigating opportunities to improve product quality.

Key Responsibilities:
Runs customer lab demonstrations using application equipment and/or pilot coater/laminators and support on-site customer visits. Ensure the efficient setup and production of material on assigned pilot coater/laminator.
Runs and ensures laboratory, pilot, and application equipment are calibrated and safety checked in compliance with local regulations as well as standardizes and develops new test methods. Responsible for coordinating pilot equipment changeovers, minor maintenance, and upkeep of pilot equipment.
Completes Customer Lab Work Requests, technical reports and reporting within our technical database
Completes lab work to support Root Cause Analysis and Corrective Action on product complaints
Prepares internal reports and makes presentations to internal work group or department.
Participates in report outs to customers as well as training of internal and external personnel in area of responsibility by supporting customer tours
Directly communicates with the field Sales, Key Account Managers, Application Engineers or project team with the ability to communicate directly with customers
Leads ongoing harmonization and administration of laboratory test methods
Leads by example in Safety and 5S, completing all necessary site requirements.
Move materials as necessary in the performance of duties

Primary Qualifications:
BS ChE, Material Science, Chemistry, OR equivalent hands-on coating expertise in coatings/adhesive technology required.
Mechanical / application equipment aptitude. Experience in web handling, coat weight variables, tension control, coating methods, and web drying strongly preferred.
1-3 years laboratory experience; experience in the Packaging industry strongly preferred.
Experience in troubleshooting complex / difficult problems.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Excellent project management and organization skills.
There will be minimal travel required for this role

In order to be considered for this role, you must be legally authorized to work in the US on a permanent basis without sponsorship. Background and drug screenings required.

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On-Board was founded in 1976 by Robert L. Wilson to provide Engineering and Design services to the chemical manufacturing industry. Today, On-Board is a thriving privately held family of companies with services including: Consulting, Professional Engineering, Industrial Maintenance and Facility Management, Contracted Manufacturing and Production Services, as well as Temporary Staffing and Recruiting throughout North America.

The On-Board Family of Companies conducts operations through its Corporate Headquarters located in East Windsor, NJ along with Regional Offices in New Castle, DE and Wake Forest, NC. On-Board's Mission is to provide "Flexible Service by applying the talents of our people, work processes and technology to meet our clients' expectations in a Safe, Responsible and Dependable manner."

On-Board Companies provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics.

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