Are you the process engineer who turns complex coating problems into repeatable wins?
If you thrive at the intersection of R&D curiosity and production discipline, Ionbond in Rockaway, NJ wants to meet you. Our ISOโ13485โcertified network produces biocompatible, wearโresistant coatings trusted in medical, aerospace, food contact, automotive, decorative, tooling, and fuel cell applications. With 30+ centers in 14 countries and the backing of the IHI Group, we scale ideas into reliable, global solutions.
Your mission
- Be the onโsite technical driver for PVD operationsโplan experiments, coach teams, and translate learnings into standard work.
- Improve flow, yield, and quality using data, SPC, and rigorous problemโsolving methodologies (8D, Fishbone, 5 Whys).
- Lead application development and production scaleโups with the Plant Management team.
- Implement targeted equipment or process upgrades to unlock capability and capacity.
- Own QMS adherenceโmaintain ISO 9001:2015 and ISO 13485:2016 processes; train colleagues on procedures and work instructions.
- Embed Lean tools (5S, Kanban, Value Stream Mapping) to eliminate waste and stabilize outcomes.
- Tackle related tasks as the operation evolves.
What youโll need to succeed
- Bachelorโs degree in Engineering, Materials Science/Metallurgy, or Plasma Physics.
- 3+ yearsโ handsโon vacuum coating experience in thin films; deep familiarity with PVD/PACVD equipment and processes.
- Working knowledge of ISO quality systems; APQP experience including PFMEA and Control Plans.
- Mechanical design aptitude with AutoCAD (or similar) and the ability to manage small to midโsize projects.
- Clear communication, strong organization, detail orientation, and a collaborative approach.
- Willingness to travel domestically and internationally (~10%).
Preferred proficiencies
- Continuous Improvement
- Troubleshooting Skills
- ISO 13485
- Process Failure Mode and Effects Analysis (PFMEA)
- 5 Why (Root Cause Analysis Method)
- AS9100 Quality Systems / AS9100 Experience
- Process Engineering
- Electrical / Electronic Systems
- Six Sigma Experience
- ISO 9001 Certification Experience
- Access Control Systems
- Engineering Degree
- Experience in a Manufacturing Environment
- ITAR Registration Experience
- Root Cause Analysis
Whatโs in it for you
- Competitive salary: $75,000โ$95,000 plus bonus eligibility.
- Schedule: MondayโFriday, 8:00 a.m.โ5:00 p.m. (salaried).
- Medical, dental, and vision plans with affordable premiums and deductibles.
- Flexible spending accounts (medical and dependent care), life insurance, and shortโ/longโterm disability.
- Employee assistance program and generous paid time off.
- 401(k) Safe Harbor with company match.
- Tuition reimbursement and a diverse, innovationโdriven workplace with international and local growth opportunities.
Tools & systems
Ready to raise the bar?
Please send your resume by email to this site. Join IonbondโThe Surface Engineersโขโand turn cuttingโedge coating science into everyday manufacturing excellence.