Process Engineer, Coating

CryoLife•Austin, TX

33d

About The Position

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.

Requirements

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.

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.