Product Quality Engineer

<p><span style="text-decoration: underline;"><strong><img style="max-width: 100%;" src="https://numattech-my.sharepoint.com/:i:/r/personal/julia_hampton_numat_com/Documents/Downloads/Numat%20Final%20Logo%2016/PNG/_Color/Numat_Logo_Full_color-small.png?csf=1&amp;web=1&amp;e=vMXdzO" alt="" width="261"></strong></span></p> <p style="line-height: 1.2;">&nbsp;</p> <p style="line-height: 1.2;"><span style="font-size: 14pt; font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;"><strong>Product Quality Engineer</strong></span></p> <p style="line-height: 1.2;">&nbsp;</p> <p style="line-height: 1.2;"><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;"><strong><u>Summary</u></strong></span></p> <p style="line-height: 1.2;"><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;">Location: Chicago, IL</span></p> <p style="line-height: 1.2;"><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;">Compensation: Competitive salary and equity</span></p> <p style="line-height: 1.2;"><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;">Benefits include: Family Health, Dental, Vision; Flexible PTO, FSA Benefits, 401K Savings Plan, Paid Parental Leave, Long-term Disability Insurance</span></p> <p style="line-height: 1.2;"><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;">Reports to: Quality Director</span></p> <p style="line-height: 1.2;">&nbsp;</p> <p style="line-height: 1.2;"><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;"><strong><u>The Company</u></strong><strong> </strong></span></p> <p style="line-height: 1.2;"><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;">Numat is a global leader in the field of precision chemistries. Numat’s solutions are changing the way industries around the world capture and separate hazardous chemicals that negatively impact human health and the environment.</span></p> <p style="line-height: 1.2;"><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;">Numat has been at the forefront of Metal-Organic Framework (MOF) research and production for over a decade, and is the first company to successfully commercialize MOFs. The company’s world-class platform integrates MOFs into existing products and processes, merging chemistry innovation with manufacturing at industrial scale.</span></p> <p style="line-height: 1.2;"><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;">Through bold and transformative chemistry, Numat helps its global customers and partners make meaningful progress toward their net zero and innovation objectives. Be a part of something bigger, join our team.</span></p> <p style="line-height: 1.2;">&nbsp;</p> <p style="line-height: 1.2;"><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;"><strong><u>Position Overview</u></strong></span></p> <p style="line-height: 1.2;"><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;">The Product Quality Engineer supports the Manufacturing, Quality and R&amp;D </span><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;">Organizations using robust analytical test methods to enable the characterization and </span><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;">quality control testing of existing and new materials. This individual will work closely with&nbsp;multiple functional groups to meet business needs. This includes running analyses,&nbsp;performing routine instrument maintenance, documenting results, and instrument performance.</span></p> <p style="line-height: 1.2;">&nbsp;</p> <p style="line-height: 1.2;"><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;"><strong><u>Responsibilities</u></strong></span></p> <p style="line-height: 1.2;"><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;">You will work on a varied set of instrumentation/projects and have a diverse set of&nbsp;responsibilities including:</span></p> <ul> <li style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;">Execute analytical test methods for testing materials on a range of standard instrumentation and in-house built measurement systems.</span></li> <li style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;">Prepare and analyze materials according to documented Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs)</span></li> <li style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;">Provide process development and quality support with fast turnaround to enable material manufacturing</span></li> <li style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;">Review data to ensure completeness</span></li> <li style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;">Report sample analysis within Laboratory Information Management System (LIMS) for internal customers</span></li> <li style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;">Learn analytical techniques and methods to expand characterization knowledge and capabilities including on-the job training, training courses and online materials</span></li> <li style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;">Reduce variation in metrology equipment (improve process capability) to ensure consistent product quality.</span></li> <li style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;">Provide guidance being a subject matter expert on analytical instruments</span></li> <li style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;">Support special projects; write and review SOPs. Ensure analyses are performed as outlined in the procedures</span></li> <li style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;">Participate in repeatability and reproducibility (Gage R&amp;R) and measurement system analysis for the various analytical equipment and methods</span></li> <li style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;">Perform routine preventative maintenance on analytical instruments to ensure proper working condition and quality data.</span></li> <li style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;">Calibrate instruments using reference materials and defined procedures</span></li> <li style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;">Maintain analytical instruments and equipment for testing activities</span></li> <li style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;">Troubleshoot sample preparation or instrumental problems to determine cause and resolution of operational issues</span></li> <li style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;">Report on the status of equipment and instrumentation regularly to Quality and Production.&nbsp;</span></li> <li style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;">Document detailed calibration and maintenance records</span></li> <li style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;">Maintain instrumental and laboratory supplies</span></li> <li style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;">Create instrument and troubleshooting guides</span></li> <li style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;">Contribute to work process improvements to enhance data quality and workflow efficiency.</span></li> <li style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;">Observe and comply with company health, safety, and quality policies</span></li> <li style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;">Maintain and continuously improve analytical processes and workflows</span></li> <li style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;">Communicate with all team members to promote a positive culture within the laboratory</span></li> <li style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;">Work with multiple functional groups to meet business needs</span></li> <li style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;">Remain flexible and adapt to variety on the job (e.g., effectively handling unexpected situations and changing priorities)</span></li> </ul> <p style="line-height: 1.2;">&nbsp;</p> <p style="line-height: 1.2;"><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;"><strong><u>Qualifications</u></strong></span></p> <ul> <li style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;">Bachelor’s degree in engineering or chemistry or related scientific field with a minimum of 3-5 years’ experience and knowledge of physical/chemical properties. A Master’s degree in engineering , chemistry or Analytical Chemistry is preferred.</span></li> <li style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;">Experience using a variety of analytical equipment is desirable. Gas Adsorption, Microscopy, Physical, mechanical and/or chemical Property Analysis, and/or X-ray experience, Tensile strength instruments and testing of fabrics are beneficial</span></li> <li style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;">Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite,. Familiarity with Laboratory Information Systems (LIMS) is helpful</span></li> <li style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;">Strong analytical and problem-solving ability and attention to detail</span></li> <li style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;">Knowledge of statistical methods for data analysis using JMP or Minitab</span></li> <li style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;">Able to manage multiple assignments and varying tasks simultaneously</span></li> <li style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;">Familiarity with quality control and assurance principles is favorable</span></li> <li style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;">Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing with internal customers</span></li> <li style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;">A strong team player, able to interact and cooperate with the R&amp;D, Operations, </span><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;">Quality and Business teams</span></li> <li style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;">Ability to walk or stand for prolonged periods; ability to bend, stoop, reach and lift up to 50 pounds</span></li> <li style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;">Perform other duties as assigned by leadership</span></li> </ul> <p style="line-height: 1.2;">&nbsp;</p> <p style="line-height: 1.2;"><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;"><strong><u>Work Authorization</u></strong></span></p> <p style="line-height: 1.2;"><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;">This position is not eligible for immigration support now or in the future (including filing employment-based visa petitions or permanent residence sponsorship).</span></p> <p style="line-height: 1.2;">&nbsp;</p> <p style="line-height: 1.2;"><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;"><strong>NOTE:&nbsp; **NO AGENCIES**</strong></span></p> <p style="line-height: 1.2;"><em>Numat is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, religion, sex, marital status, national origin, ancestry, age, physical or mental disability unrelated to ability, sexual orientation, gender identity, or an unfavorable discharge from military service. We at Numat are committed to compliance with all applicable federal, state, and local laws, including the Illinois Human Rights Act and the Civil Rights Act of 1964. We encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds and experiences.</em></p>