Engineering Jobs in Pompton Plains, NJ

About Chiral Photonics

Chiral Photonics is a fast-growing photonics manufacturing company enabling next-generation optical connectivity. We specialize in high-precision fiber-optic components and assemblies that support advanced data center, AI, and communications infrastructure. As we scale production, we are building strong operational foundations rooted in standard work, quality, and continuous improvement.

Role Overview

The Operations Project Manager sits at the intersection of production planning and project/program management and plays a critical role in translating customer demand, business strategy, and operational capabilities into executable plans.

This role is responsible for:

• Production Forecasting and Capacity Planning (~40%) — Developing and maintaining production forecasts and capacity plans to ensure the organization has the right people, stations, and sequencing in place to meet customer demand.
• Portfolio Project Management (~40%) — Driving execution and alignment across a portfolio of operational, manufacturing, engineering, and business initiatives, ensuring priorities are clearly sequenced, resources are allocated appropriately, and projects progress according to plan.
• Additional Assignments (~20%) — Supporting the Operations and Production Directors with operational initiatives as needed. This may include, but is not limited to, reviewing and updating standard operating procedures (SOPs) across the product lifecycle, supporting process improvement efforts, and assisting with operational coordination.



This is a highly cross-functional role that partners closely with Production, Process Engineering, R&D, Sales, and Leadership. The ideal candidate is structured, analytical, and detail-oriented, and is comfortable bringing clarity, organization, and strong follow-through to complex operational challenges.

Key Responsibilities

1. Production Forecasting & Planning (~40%)

• Own and maintain production forecasts across standard, custom, and R&D orders.
• Translate demand into capacity and resource plans, including labor, stations/equipment, and shift planning.
• Maintain resource models by station, value stream, and operator.
• Partner with Production, Process and Engineering to assign work, identify bottlenecks, and mitigate risks.
• Track forecast vs. actual performance and improve planning accuracy.
• Support planning in a high-mix, high-volume manufacturing environment with both production and R&D workstreams.
• Support scale decisions, including staffing, cross-training, additional stations, and automation opportunities.

2. Project & Portfolio Management (~40%)

• Manage a portfolio of cross-functional initiatives across manufacturing scale, process improvement, engineering enablement, and operational systems.
• Develop and maintain project plans, timelines, and dependencies.
• Drive execution by tracking actions, ensuring follow-through, and escalating risks.
• Help leadership sequence priorities and align resources across operational initiatives.
• Prepare status updates, dashboards, and decision materials.

3. Additional Assignments (~20%)

Support Operations and Production leadership with initiatives that improve execution, standardization, and cross-functional coordination, including:

• Maintaining and improving SOPs and work instructions across the product lifecycle.
• Supporting process improvement initiatives to improve throughput and reduce cycle time.
• Assisting with operational reporting, dashboards, and data analysis.
• Contributing to special projects and operational initiatives as needed.

Required Qualifications

• 7+ years of experience in manufacturing operations planning and program/project management, or manufacturing operations (startup or scale‑up experience strongly preferred)
• Strong analytical skills with hands‑on experience in:
• Forecasting and capacity planning
• Resource modeling and scenario analysis
• Proven ability to manage multiple concurrent projects with competing priorities
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Comfortable working in a fast‑paced, evolving environment
• Ability to manage stakeholders at various levels.

Preferred Experience

• Experience in manufacturing, hardware, photonics, semiconductors, or advanced technology environments
• Familiarity with:
• High‑volume / high mix production
• R&D and custom order workflows
• Lean, continuous improvement, or operational excellence frameworks
• Advanced proficiency in Excel / Google Sheets; experience with planning or PM tools is a plus
  

The Food Scientist II reports directly to the Research & Technical Development Lead and plays a critical role in advancing technical platforms, ingredient research, and process feasibility for snack and confectionery products. This role is responsible for developing scalable scientific solutions that support the company’s innovation pipeline. The position focuses on early-stage formulation science, functionality modeling, and technical risk mitigation prior to commercialization handoff.

The Food Scientist operates within the Technical & Research Team and collaborates closely with the Product Development & Commercialization Team during scale-up and launch readiness phases.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Technical Platform Development

· Support the Research & Technical Development Lead in building and optimizing core technology platforms (e.g., probiotic systems, fiber enriched system, sugar reduction system, hydrocolloid systems, protein enhanced system).

· Conduct ingredient functionality studies to understand structure-function relationships.

· Develop reusable technical frameworks that enable multiple pipeline products.

2. Advanced Formulation Science

· Design and optimize complex formulations for snack and confectionery applications.

· Investigate texture stability, moisture migration, hydrolysis risks, glass transition behavior, and shelf-life quality indicator.

· Conduct structured root cause analysis for technical performance issues.

· Translate scientific findings into scalable formulation strategies.

3. Process Feasibility & Risk Mitigation

· Evaluate processing parameters (e.g., heating time, vacuum, Brix, pH, Aw) to ensure technical robustness.

· Identify potential scalability constraints early in development.

· Support pilot-scale validation and collaborate with commercialization teams as needed.

4. Stability Prediction

· Design preliminary accelerated and real-time stability studies.

· Establish quality benchmarks for texture, moisture, color, and API ingredients.

5. Cross-Functional Collaboration

· Partner with Product Development during transition from research to commercialization.

· Provide technical input to embedded analytical and compliance resources.

· Support supplier technical assessments and ingredient validation.

6. Documentation & Technical Governance

· Maintain accurate and complete formulation documentation in designated systems.

· Develop detailed technical reports and risk assessments for internal review.

Qualifications:

· Master’s degree in Food Science, Food Engineering, Chemistry, or related field.

· 2–4+ years of experience in snack and/or confectionery and/or gummy and/or bars of R&D.

· Strong knowledge of hydrocolloids, fiber systems, sugar reduction systems, and moisture control mechanisms.

My client is looking for a Senior R&D Project Manager to work onsite in their Parsippany NJ office.

This is an exciting role who will be responsible for the successful execution of product development projects. You will plan, coordinate and lead the execution of activities to ensure that the goals and objectives of the project are accomplished within the prescribed timeframe and funding parameters. This is a technical position and the candidate must have an engineering background in order to manage and contribute to the development of new products. The projects that will be managed include a mix of new product development, product line extensions, and sustaining engineering releases.

Essential Functions

• Must have the ability to implement multiple projects simultaneously outside technical area of expertise.
• Ability to balance electrical, mechanical, and software development issues at the system level
• Lead the execution of assigned product development programs in accordance with established processes and procedures.
• Lead and motivate cross-functional team performance toward the goal of completing projects according to the defined objectives.
• Develop detailed project work plans and schedules.
• Manage product requirements and traceability.
• Lead design review and risk management activities.
• Manage technical partners/ vendors supporting product development activities.
• Effectively utilize problem solving skills and techniques to identify potential issues, assess their impact, and develop and implement mitigation and resolution plans and activities.
• Employ excellent interpersonal, communication and negotiation skills with all levels of personnel and management.
• Prepare and/or manage the preparation of all required project documentation.
• Facilitate and coordinate project team meetings and management presentations as required.

Required/Preferred Education and Experience

• BS degree in Engineering required.
• Advanced degree preferred.
• 5+ years managing technical product development.
• Experience with medical device capital equipment development.
• 10+ years of experience as an engineer developing products, preferably in the medical device industry.
• PMP certification desired.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Knowledge of global standards and regulations for Design Controls, Risk Management, and Electrical Safety for Medical Devices.
• Demonstrated aptitude for successfully managing multiple projects, of varying complexity, within the specified guidelines, timeframes and budgets.
• Demonstrated understanding of electrical, mechanical, and software engineering practices at the system level.
• Experience with Scrum and Agile processes.
• Knowledge of fluid mechanics or past experience with ventilators/aspirators a plus.

The annual salary for this position is $150K-$160K. This position is eligible for an annual bonus in accordance with the company’s bonus plans. Benefits include medical, dental, vision, 401K, etc.

About Chiral Photonics

Chiral Photonics is a fast-growing photonics manufacturing company enabling next-generation optical connectivity. We specialize in high-precision fiber-optic components and assemblies that support advanced data center, AI, and communications infrastructure. As we scale production, we are building strong operational foundations rooted in standard work, quality, and continuous improvement.

Role Overview

The Production Floor Manager owns the day-to-day execution of manufacturing operations on the production floor. This role is responsible for meeting daily and weekly production goals, ensuring adherence to SOPs and work instructions, maintaining a clean and organized floor, and supporting production teams through hands-on leadership, equipment troubleshooting, and close collaboration with Production Director, Operations, Engineering and R&D teams.

This is a highly visible role critical to scaling output while maintaining Chiral’s high standards for precision, quality, and safety.

Key Responsibilities

Production Execution & Performance

• Lead daily production floor operations, ensuring work is executed according to plan and priorities.
• Own achievement of daily and weekly output targets (e.g., standard orders, batch completion, on-time delivery).
• Track and manage key production metrics such as:
• Units completed per day/week
• WIP levels by process step
• Throughput and cycle time
• Rework and defect trends
• Participate in and lead daily production huddles and weekly planning reviews.
• Ensure every technician has a work order and all parts are ready in advance of their scheduled shift. 
• Work closely with Operations Planning Coordinator to review forecasted plans and targets. 

Team Management

• Directly manage and support a production team of approximately 10-15 technicians (scaling over time).
• Provide clear daily direction, prioritize work, and rebalance resources as needed to meet goals.
• Coach technicians on standard work, quality expectations, and safe operating practices.
• Support onboarding and training of new production staff in partnership with Operations
• Review timecards for accuracy and completeness 

Standard Work, Quality & Compliance

• Ensure strict adherence to SOPs, work instructions, and quality controls across all production activities.
• Enforce discipline around WIP management, including labeling, tracking, storage locations, and FIFO practices.
• Identify deviations from standard work and drive corrective actions.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and audit-ready production floor (5S mindset).

Equipment & Troubleshooting Support

• Act as first-line support for equipment issues and production interruptions.
• Troubleshoot common equipment and process issues alongside technicians.
• Escalate complex issues appropriately and coordinate with Process Engineering and Operations.
• Help minimize downtime and ensure fast recovery to standard operations.

Process Improvement & Cross-Functional Collaboration

• Partner closely with Process Engineering to identify bottlenecks, yield issues, and improvement opportunities.
• Contribute ideas and data to drive process optimization, efficiency gains, and defect reduction.
• Support pilot changes, new process introductions, and scaling initiatives on the production floor.
• Provide structured feedback from operators to operations to be triaged for action with process / engineering / R&D.

Safety & Housekeeping

• Promote and enforce a safe working environment at all times.
• Ensure compliance with safety procedures, PPE requirements, and cleanliness standards.
• Address safety or housekeeping issues immediately and proactively.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience supervising or leading manufacturing operations (precision manufacturing, photonics, optics, electronics, or similar preferred).
• Strong understanding of production workflows, SOP-driven environments, and WIP control.
• Hands-on leadership style with the ability to work directly on the floor.
• Experience supporting equipment troubleshooting and process adherence.
• Strong communication skills and comfort working cross-functionally with engineering and operations.

Preferred Experience

• Experience in fiber-optic, photonics, semiconductor, medical device, or other high-precision manufacturing environments.
• Familiarity with lean manufacturing, 5S, or continuous improvement methodologies.
• Experience scaling production from low-volume to higher-volume operations.

With a passion for life

Join our diverse teams of passionate people and a career that allows you to develop both personally and professionally. At Getinge we exist to make life-saving technology accessible for more people. To make a true difference for our customers - and to save more lives, we need team players, forward thinkers, and game changers.

Are you looking for an inspiring career? You just found it.

Job Overview

Effectively design, develop, and document medical devices and medical equipment that satisfy internal and external customer needs and business objectives.

Job Responsibilities and Essential Duties

* Interprets customer specifications to define requirements for mechanical designs.

* Performs first principal analysis related to appropriate aspects of mechanical design.

* Provide support to peers, Jr Engineers, and Co-Ops.

* Applies the 3D CAD system to create mechanical design and drawings.

* Develops detailed fabrication and assembly drawings and performs tolerance analysis.

* Develop prototypes for design evaluation.

* Troubleshoot and resolve design & processing issues.

* Contributes to details of design documentation using electronic documentation systems.

* Collects, analyzes, and interprets data to propose recommendations.

* Develops & execute design verification protocols and technical reports.

* Work with internal and external resources on fabrication, inspection, and testing of new product parts and assemblies.

* Develop & debug prototype tooling / equipment and processes.

* Develop test methods and fixtures.

* Formulate plans & methods to accomplish assignments with appropriate oversight.

* Works independently and prioritizes assigned tasks with guidance.

* Contribute to project planning activities.

* Train technicians and operators on new process techniques.

Minimum Requirements

* BS in engineering discipline, mechanical preferred.

* Minimum 2-4 years related experience, or an MS and less than one year experience.

* Experience with a solid modeling CAD program, preferably SolidWorks and/or ProE.

* Experience in medical equipment / device design with experience in electromechanical, electro- pneumatic, and/or blood pumping equipment development.

* Knowledge in medical device industry regulations and practices - ISO 13485, ISO 7198 & GMP.

* Proficiency with Microsoft Windows, MS Office applications, and Adobe Acrobat.

* Experience with Microsoft Visio and Microsoft Project preferred.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

* Design for Manufacturability and Assembly, DFM&A (cost/tooling/process considerations), preferably using SolidWorks CAD software.

* Understanding in design and development of injection molded plastic, plastic extrusion, casting, sheet metal, metal stampings, additive manufacturing processes, and machined metal components, and assemblies with high part counts highly desirable.

* Knowledge of mechanical design and development using metric ANSI/ISO dimensioning and drafting standards highly desirable.

* Understanding of GD&T, mechanical measurement and testing equip., and statistical analysis of test data.

* Experience with electronic document control systems in medical device and/or medical equipment design and development.

* Highly skilled at analytical reasoning, mechanism design, creative problem solving, and mathematical analysis.

* Ability to create and meet scheduled timelines (manage and coordinate tasks as required).

* Ability to work in a team environment.

* Strong communication skills.

* Competent in use of Microsoft Office tools.

* Ability to operate test equipment such as various pressure and flow measurement equipment, temperature/humidity chambers, PC-based data recorders, simulators, DVM's and oscilloscopes.

* Familiarity and the ability to operate basic shop equipment such as hand tools, a drill and Dremel.

* Understand and interpret simple wiring diagrams.

* Familiarity with Agile Scrum and waterfall project planning methods

This is a "Defined Term" assignment that will last approximately 6 months or until project is complete. Defined Term employees are eligible for most benefits (including health insurance and paid time off) while on assignment.

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About us

With a firm belief that every person and community should have access to the best possible care, Getinge provides hospitals and life science institutions with products and solutions aiming to improve clinical results and optimize workflows. The offering includes products and solutions for intensive care, cardiovascular procedures, operating rooms, sterile reprocessing and life science. Getinge employs over 12,000 people worldwide and the products are sold in more than 135 countries.

Benefits at Getinge:

At Getinge, we offer a comprehensive benefits package, which includes:

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Getinge is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy, genetic information, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.Reasonable accommodations are available upon request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.

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Our client, a well-established leader in industrial manufacturing solutions, is seeking a Technical Sales Representative with strong cutting tool and metal cutting experience to drive growth across distribution channels and end-user accounts.

This role is ideal for a sales professional with hands-on chip making knowledge who understands machining processes at a technical level and can confidently consult with manufacturing engineers, machinists, production managers, and procurement teams.

Position Overview:

The Technical Sales Representative will be responsible for growing revenue within an assigned territory by promoting high-performance cutting tools, carbide inserts, indexable tooling, solid carbide end mills, drills, reamers, and metal removal solutions. The successful candidate will combine industrial sales expertise with a deep understanding of CNC machining, feeds and speeds optimization, tool geometry, carbide grades, coatings, and metal cutting applications.

This is a consultative, solution-based sales role focused on supporting both industrial distributors and end-user manufacturing facilities, including job shops, production machining environments, and OEM manufacturers.

Key Responsibilities:

• Drive territory sales growth of cutting tools and metal cutting solutions through both distribution partners and direct end users
• Provide technical application support on CNC milling, turning, drilling, and chip making operations
• Advise customers on proper feeds and speeds, tooling geometry selection, carbide grades, coatings, tool life optimization, and cycle time reduction
• Conduct onsite visits to evaluate machining processes and recommend productivity improvements
• Collaborate with manufacturing engineers and machinists to improve surface finish, tool performance, and cost per part
• Develop strong relationships with industrial distributors while expanding penetration within end-user accounts
• Identify opportunities for process improvement, tooling standardization, and metal removal efficiency
• Support new product introductions and promote advanced tooling technologies

Qualifications:

• Proven experience in cutting tool sales, industrial tooling sales, or metalworking sales
• Strong technical understanding of chip making processes, CNC machining, feeds and speeds calculations, tool geometry, and carbide grades
• Experience calling on industrial distribution networks and end-user manufacturing accounts
• Knowledge of metal removal applications including milling, turning, drilling, tapping, and boring
• Ability to communicate effectively with machinists, programmers, production supervisors, and engineering teams
• Demonstrated success in territory management, account development, and consultative technical sales

What We’re Looking For:

We are seeking a driven sales professional who can bridge the gap between technical machining knowledge and revenue growth. The ideal candidate understands how cutting tool performance impacts throughput, scrap reduction, machine utilization, and overall manufacturing productivity.

If you have a background in industrial sales, machining, metal cutting, carbide tooling, or CNC applications engineering and are ready to leverage that expertise into a high-impact technical sales role, we want to hear from you.

Job Overview

They are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Quality Assurance Manager to lead our quality operations and ensure strict compliance quality standards. The ideal candidate will bring deep expertise in aerospace or defense manufacturing environments, with a hands-on leadership style, and a commitment to continuous improvement and regulatory compliance.

Key Responsibilities:

Lead, manage, and support quality staff in Raw Inspection, X-Ray, NDT, Final Inspection, and Shipping departments. Ensure compliance with AS9100 and NADCAP standards across all relevant quality functions. Support the First Article Inspection and PPAP process, ensuring all documentation and validation meet standards and customer requirements. Coordinate and lead internal and external audits, including customer, regulatory, and certification audits. Develop and implement quality procedures, metrics, and reporting tools to drive continuous improvement. Investigate non-conformances, lead root cause analysis, and drive effective corrective/preventive actions. Serve as a quality liaison between internal teams and external customers. Train and mentor quality staff to maintain high standards of performance and compliance. Oversee quality documentation for final product inspections and shipping to ensure full traceability and compliance.

Qualifications:

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Quality Management, or a related field (or equivalent industry experience). Minimum 8 years of quality leadership experience in a manufacturing environment for aerospace or defense. Proven experience with AS9100, NADCAP, and other quality standards. Strong knowledge of NDT techniques and inspection best practices. Experience managing cross-functional teams and leading audits. Strong communication, organizational, and documentation skills. Proficiency with ERP and quality management systems (QMS).

Working Conditions:

Office and manufacturing floor environment. Minimal travel may be required for audits, training, or supplier engagement