Application Engineer

Job Title: Application Engineer
Location: Bridgewater, NJ
Contractor Work Model: Onsite
Hours: M-F 8am-5pm
Compensation: $35.00/hr
Type: Contract, Potential for extension or conversion to permanent


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

The Application Engineer will assist in operation and demonstration of our 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.

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

• 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

System One, and its subsidiaries including Joulé and Mountain Ltd., are leaders in delivering outsourced services and workforce solutions across North America. We help clients get work done more efficiently and economically, without compromising quality. System One not only serves as a valued partner for our clients, but we offer eligible employees health and welfare benefits coverage options including medical, dental, vision, spending accounts, life insurance, voluntary plans, as well as participation in a 401(k) plan.

System One is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, family care or medical leave status, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

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