Engineer 1 - Process / Quality (Aerospace Coatings)

Hohman Plating, a division of Novaria Group, is a leading service provider for plated coatings. We serve a diversified customer base including aerospace, medical, large equipment and more. In business since 1918, we are seeking long-term employees to join our team. Conveniently located one mile north of downtown Dayton. Hohman Plating offers a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, LTD / STD, Life, 401K match, Bonus and more.

SUMMARY OF JOB

As an Engineer I , you'll provide technical support on the production floor and gain hands-on experience in aerospace plating operations. This is an entry-level engineering role designed to develop into a long-term career path in process and quality engineering.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Support production teams with technical troubleshooting and operator training
• Assist with test runs, first articles, and process documentation updates
• Analyze rejects, conduct time studies, and recommend improvements
• Lead and document corrective actions using structured problem-solving tools
• Develop test plans, experiments, and data collection methods to refine processes
• Train operators in both line and classroom settings
• Contribute to new part process planning and ensure compliance with customer requirements
• Perform other duties as assigned (include this in all descriptions)

EDUCATION, SKILLS & EXPERIENCE

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

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

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand; use hands to handle or examine parts; and to reach with hands and arms. The employee frequently is required to walk; use stairs; climb or balance; and stoop, kneel, or crouch. The employee is occasionally required to sit and talk or hear. The employee must regularly lift and / or move up to 25 pounds, and occasionally lift and / or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, color vision, and depth perception.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

While performing the duties of this job, the employee may be exposed to dangerous chemicals, including exposure to fumes or airborne particles below OSHA permissible limits. Frequently exposed to high heat and humid conditions. Employee will be frequently exposed to loud sounds, below the OSHA permissible limits.

Hohman Plating, LLC is an equal opportunity employer.