Developer Operations Associate Jobs in Wharton, NJ

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POSITION SUMMARY

The Operation Engineering Technician supports operationsfocused Product Engineers by assisting with testing, documentation, prototype builds, troubleshooting, and daytoday production support within an ISO 9001-certified manufacturing environment. This handson role plays a critical part in ensuring product readiness, maintaining accurate technical documentation, and supporting continuous improvement initiatives. The Engineering Technician works closely with engineering, operations, and quality teams to help ensure rotary machinery products meet performance, safety, and reliability requirements

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Provide hands-on technical support to manufacturing operations, including assisting and resolving mechanical issues and assisting with process improvements.

• Assist Product Engineers with product testing, data collection, and test setup to verify technical specifications and operational requirements.
• Assemble prototype components and support sample builds to validate design intent.
• Support rootcause analysis activities by gathering data, inspecting components, and documenting findings.
• Assist in evaluating supplier components and preparing parts for inspection or testing.
• Perform handson mechanical work, including assembly, disassembly, measurement, and inspection of rotary machinery components.
• Maintain organized records of test results, build notes, and engineering activities.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives focused on quality, throughput, and cost reduction.
• Demonstrate initiative, followthrough, and the ability to complete assigned tasks on time and within scope.
• Collaborate effectively with engineering, operations, and quality teams to support production needs.

QUALIFICATIONS: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills and or abilities required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Strong handson mechanical aptitude and comfort working with tools, fixtures, and rotating equipment.
• Ability to read and interpret mechanical drawings, schematics, and technical documentation is a plus.
• Experience with CAD software (SolidWorks, Creo Parametric, or similar) is a plus.
• Familiarity with GD&T (ASME Y14.5) and basic tolerance concepts is a plus.
• Ability to work safely with mechanical equipment and rotating machinery.
• Strong communication and interpersonal problemsolving skills.
• Experience in a manufacturing environment is preferred.
• Ability to follow detailed instructions, maintain documentation accuracy, and manage multiple tasks.
• Basic understanding of ISO 9001 quality systems is a plus.

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE

• Associate degree in Mechanical Engineering Technology, Manufacturing Technology, or related technical field; or equivalent handson experience.
• 1-3 years of experience in a manufacturing, engineering, or technical support role preferred.
• Experience with rotary machinery or mechanical assembly is a plus.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS: The physical demands described here are represented of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• While performing duties of the job, employee is required to move around and be still; use hands to handle objects, tools, or controls; reach with hands and arms; talk and hear.
• Manual Dexterity: The ability to quickly move your hand, your hand together with your arm, or your two hands to grasp and assemble objects.
• Finger Dexterity: The ability to make precisely coordinated movements of the fingers of one or both hands to grasp, manipulate, or assemble very small objects.
• Specific vision abilities required by the job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.
• Employee will occasionally lift up to 50 lbs.

WORK ENVIRONMENT: The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Office and shop floor working environment.
• Noise level is moderate with intervals of spikes.
• Required to wear safety glasses and safety boots utilize safety equipment while present on the shop floor.

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Total Rewards

The compensation range for this position is $59,700.00 - $89,500.00, depending on experience. This position may be eligible for performance based bonus plan.

Benefits Package

Our comprehensive U.S. benefit offerings include: Health benefits, 401(k) retirement savings program with company match, PTO, and more. More information on our benefits and rewards can be found on our career page:https://www.idexcorp.com/careers/our-benefits-and-rewards/

IDEX is an Equal Opportunity Employer. IDEX gives consideration for employment to qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, creed, genetic information, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, age, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other consideration or protected category made unlawful by federal, state or local laws.

Attention Applicants: If you are an individual with a disability and require a reasonable accommodation to complete any part of the application process, please let us know.Likewise, if you are limited in the ability to access or use this online application process and need an alternative method for applying, we will determine an alternate way for you to apply. Please contact our Talent Acquisition Team at lfcareers@idexcorp.com for assistance with an accommodation. These contact tools may be used only by individuals with a disability for accommodation requests. Do not inquire as to the status of an application.

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