Advanced Processing Engineer - Pneumatics

Gast; Rutherford (NJ); On-site; USD 127,000 - 191,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

401(k) with company match

Paid time off

Job summary

IDEX Corporation’s Gast unit in Rutherford, NJ, seeks an Advanced Processing Engineer to lead machining, automation, and process development across our Performance Pneumatics platform.

This hands-on working manager role partners with Operations, Engineering, Quality, Maintenance, and Supply Chain to build capability, improve performance, and translate ideas into measurable results.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Manufacturing, Mechanical, or Industrial Engineering or related field.
• 8+ years in manufacturing/process engineering or related area.
• Hands-on CNC machining, tooling, fixturing, and process improvement.
• Industrial automation experience: PLC/HMI, robotics, vision, motion systems.
• Lean, continuous improvement, or productivity initiatives with measurable results.
• Lead equipment installation, commissioning, validation, and project leadership.
• Data analysis with SPC/DOE or similar tools.
• Strong cross-functional communication across sites.
• Experience in multi-site or global manufacturing environments.
• Advanced degree, PE, PMP, Lean Six Sigma cert, GD&T, ISO quality systems experience.

Responsibilities

• Develop and optimize high‑tolerance CNC machining, tooling, fixturing and process capability.
• Lead automation and controls initiatives including robotics, PLC/HMI, vision, motion systems.
• Identify and deploy advanced manufacturing technologies for flexibility and productivity.
• Apply Lean, Six Sigma, DOE, and SPC to reduce waste and improve performance.
• Establish standard processes and technical playbooks across sites.
• Lead capital equipment projects from business case to installation and validation.
• Maintain manufacturing documentation: SOPs, routings, CNC programs, control plans.
• Provide shop‑floor technical support and troubleshoot issues.
• Lead cross‑functional teams and mentor engineers and technicians.
• Ensure safety, ergonomic and regulatory compliance of new processes.

Skills

CNC machining

Automation

Lean Six Sigma

Project leadership

Data analysis

Education

Bachelor’s degree in a technical field

Advanced degree / certifications

Tools

PLC/HMI

Robotics

Vision systems

Motion control

Job description

If you’re looking for a special place to build or grow your career, you’ve found it. Whether you’re an experienced professional, a recent college graduate or somewhere in between, IDEX is a place where you can apply your existing skills and learn new ones in an environment where you can make an impact.

With interesting opportunities in engineering, marketing, sales, supply chain, operations, HR, finance, and more across more than 40 diverse businesses (https://www.idexcorp.com/our-businesses/business-segments/) around the globe, chances are, we have something special for you.

Who We Are

The IDEX Performance Pneumatics Group, comprised of Gast, Airtech, and US Valve, is a global leader in engineered solutions for vacuum, pressure, and flow control. With engineering and manufacturing centers in Benton Harbor, Michigan; Rutherford, New Jersey; and Linthicum, Maryland, we offer the scale and agility to innovate, engineer, and transform ideas into reliable solutions for the world’s most critical applications. Our products power critical applications across industries, including data centers, medical and life sciences, industrial automation, and energy systems. The IDEX Performance Pneumatics Group unites three industry‑leading brands with a shared mission: to design, create, and deliver advanced solutions for vacuum, pressure, and flow control.. We are driven by innovation, precision engineering, and a commitment to reliability. By partnering closely with customers, we deliver tailored solutions that keep essential systems running. As part of IDEX Corporation, we leverage global reach and a culture of innovation to enable the technologies shaping modern life.

Position Summary

Advanced Processing Engineer is to lead advanced machining, automation, and process development across our Performance Pneumatics platform. This is a hands‑on working manager role for a technical leader who can build capability, improve manufacturing performance, and turn innovative ideas into practical, measurable results. The role will support multiple sites and partner closely with Operations, Engineering, Quality, Maintenance, and Supply Chain teams.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and optimize high-tolerance CNC machining, tooling, fixturing, and process capability to improve quality, cycle time, yield, and cost.
• Lead automation and controls initiatives, including robotics, PLC/HMI, vision systems, motion control, and Industry 4.0 solutions.
• Identify and deploy advanced manufacturing technologies that improve flexibility, productivity, safety, and competitiveness.
• Apply Lean, Six Sigma, root‑cause analysis, SPC, and DOE methods to reduce waste and improve process performance.
• Establish standard processes, best practices, and technical playbooks that can be leveraged across sites.
• Lead capital equipment and process upgrade projects from business case through installation, commissioning, training, and validation.
• Maintain and improve manufacturing documentation, including SOPs, routings, CNC programs, control plans, and change controls.
• Provide shop‑floor technical support, troubleshoot process and equipment issues, and lead trials to improve OEE, scrap, and rework.
• Lead cross‑functional project teams and mentor engineers, technicians, and site‑level manufacturing resources.
• Ensure new processes and equipment meet safety, ergonomic, regulatory, and quality system requirements.

Education & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Manufacturing Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or a related technical field.
• 8+ years of experience in manufacturing, process engineering, operations, or a related technical discipline.
• Hands‑on experience with CNC machining, programming, tooling, fixturing, and process improvement.
• Experience with industrial automation and controls, including PLC/HMI, robotics, vision, or motion systems.
• Demonstrated success leading Lean, continuous improvement, or productivity initiatives with measurable results.
• Strong project leadership skills, including experience supporting equipment installation, commissioning, and validation.
• Proficiency with data analysis and statistical methods such as SPC, DOE, or similar tools.
• Strong communication skills with the ability to work effectively across functions and organizational levels.
• Experience in multi‑site or global manufacturing environments.
• Advanced degree, PE, PMP, Lean Six Sigma certification, additive manufacturing, GD&T, measurement systems, or ISO quality systems experience.

Leadership Scope

This is a working manager role with significant cross‑functional influence. The role will lead project teams, mentor technical resources, and help build advanced processing capability across the platform. Direct reporting responsibilities may evolve as the function grows.

IDEX Corporation provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, ancestry, age, disability, medical condition, genetic information, military and veteran status, marital status, pregnancy, gender, gender expression, gender identity, sexual orientation or any other characteristic protected by local law, regulation or ordinance. We also make reasonable accommodations for disabled employees and applicants, as required by law.

Are you ready to join a different kind of company where our people, our culture, and our commitments are centered around providing trusted solutions that improve lives around the world?

Total Rewards

The compensation range for this position is $127,200.00 - $190,800.00, 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 or 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 [e-mail] 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.

This posting is for an existing vacancy.

Artificial intelligence is not used to screen, assess or select applicants.

Job Family

Engineering

Business Unit

Gast