NJBIA/NJBM Annual Manufacturing Awards

On May 1, 2025

The New Jersey Business & Industry Association and New Jersey Business Magazine take pride in recognizing eight manufacturers in the state with our 5th annual Manufacturing Awards. The selected companies run the gamut of small, mid-sized and large businesses throughout the state. More importantly, they represent a diversity of quality products that improve the lives of millions of people around the world. We congratulate this year’s winners, and hope our readers enjoy their profiles below.

Case Medical

Marcia Frieze, CEO

www.casemed.com

Case Medical is a leading designer and manufacturer of safe, cost-effective, and sustainable products for instrument processing. Founded in 1992 as a supplier of custom graphics trays, Case Medical is now best known for its DIN-sized, SteriTite® universally compatible sealed container system and its modular, customizable MediTray® inserts that establish the gold standard in instrument protection and organization. Case Medical’s 360-degree approach to instrument processing includes the only universally validated container system designed for both high and low temperature sterilization modalities, U.S. EPA Safer Choice certified instrument chemistries, consumables, case carts, and CaseTrak360 instrument tracking software. Case Medical is also a nationally recognized Tier-I Diversity Supplier and a Women-Owned Business Enterprise, producing all of its innovative products in-house, in Bloomfield. Visit www.casemed.com for more information.

Chemours

Denise Dignam, President and CEO 

www.Chemours.com 

Founded in 2015 based on a 200-year history of innovation, Chemours is a global leader in providing industrial and specialty chemicals products. Chemours chemistry is used in applications from clean energy to high-performance computing and artificial intelligence (AI), climate friendly cooling, and high-quality paints and coatings for homes and industrial infrastructure. The company has approximately 6,000 global employees across 28 manufacturing sites that serve customers in approximately 110 countries. With a manufacturing presence in New Jersey for more than 100 years, the company employs nearly 250 workers across its Deepwater and Parlin sites. 

Its Chambers Works site in Deepwater manufactures innovative products that support the medical, automotive, aerospace, and electronics industries critical to national security. The site’s ongoing partnerships with Salem Community College and Wildlife Habitat Council further support Chambers Works’ commitment to inspiring the next generation of science and environmental professionals through hands-on learning. 

Jaygo, Inc.

Jason Hayday, President and CEO

www.jaygoinc.com

Jaygo, Inc., established in 1971 by John Hayday and Alvin Matt, is a leading manufacturer and distributor of high-quality process equipment tailored for the chemical, pharmaceutical, food, and cosmetics industries. Over the years, Jaygo has earned a reputation for engineering innovative solutions that include industrial mixers, blenders, dryers, specialty valves, pressure vessel clamps, and custom glass grinding media.

Operating from its headquarters in Randolph, with strategic partnerships across Europe and Asia, Jaygo has built a global presence. The company employs a dedicated team of 8-12 skilled professionals, with staffing levels adjusted to meet the demands of each project.

Jaygo’s equipment serves a vast array of applications, demonstrating unparalleled versatility. From chewing gum to silicones, laundry detergents to soup mixes, and snack bars to chemical catalysts, Jaygo’s solutions touch countless products in industries worldwide. Regardless of the challenge, Jaygo delivers precision-engineered equipment to meet the unique mixing, blending, and processing needs of its diverse clientele.

Modern Line Furniture®

Vlad Spivak, CEO

www.modernlinefurniture.com

Modern Line Furniture® is a US manufacturer of commercial furniture, operating with a team of 45 employees and a state-of-the-art production facility in Hamilton.

Founded in the early 2000s, Modern Line Furniture® set out to redefine commercial furniture by making it stylish, functional, and inviting. At a time when modern business furniture was perceived as cold and impractical, the company introduced modular designs with bold colors and innovative engineering.

In 2007, Modern Line Furniture® expanded into a larger facility, strategically positioned for efficient nationwide shipping. Its furniture has been featured on major television networks and industry expos, earning the trust of businesses in the hospitality and restaurant sectors.

With fast turnaround times, customizable solutions, and exceptional craftsmanship, Modern Line continues to set industry standards. Its US-based production ensures strict quality control and continuous innovation. 

Phillips 66 Bayway Refinery 

Donald Susanen, General Manager

Mark Lashier, Chairman and CEO

www.phillips66.com

With 150 years of experience, Phillips 66 is a leader in delivering reliable energy. The company’s refining segment transforms crude oil into essential products like gasoline, diesel, and aviation fuel. As one of the largest refiners in the US and globally, Phillips 66 operates 14 refineries, including the Bayway Refinery in Linden. Spanning more than 1,200 acres on New York Harbor, Bayway has been a key energy provider since 1909. Today, its 700 employees help power the region, producing transportation fuels, petrochemical feedstocks, home heating oil, and more. Every refining job at Bayway supports 11.9 additional jobs in the community, reinforcing its economic impact. Products are distributed to East Coast customers via pipeline, barge, rail, and truck, ensuring a steady energy supply.

R.S. Phillips Steel

Scott & Neil Phillips, Co-Owners

www.rsphillipssteel.com

Since 1934, R.S. Phillips Steel has stood as more than just a business – it is a testament to family values, dedication, and craftsmanship. For 90 years and across four generations, the company has upheld the principles that its founder, Reginald Stewart Phillips, instilled when he established the Sussex location. This steadfast commitment to quality and service has shaped R.S. Phillips Steel and strengthened its ties to the community.

The company’s success is built on the loyalty and expertise of its employees, who are more than just workers – they are family. With 30 dedicated team members, including several with decades of service, their contributions drive the company’s legacy forward. Owners work alongside employees, fostering collaboration and innovation, while the next generation learns the trade, ensuring that the company’s future remains bright.

R.S. Phillips Steel remains dedicated to building lasting relationships with its employees, customers, and community, honoring the traditions that have sustained it for nearly a century.

SPECIAL AWARD

AMEC @ County College of Morris

Dr. Anthony Iacono, President 

www.ccm.edu

Opened in 2021, the County College of Morris’ (CCM) state-of-the-art Advanced Manufacturing and Engineering Center (AMEC) features cutting-edge technology in a high-tech learning environment. AMEC fosters collaboration between students, faculty, and industry partners, ensuring graduates are equipped with the latest skills and innovations. The center serves as a resource for companies looking to upskill their current workforce.

CCM offers degree, certificate, and workforce programs in advanced manufacturing and engineering, preparing students for high-paying, in-demand careers. The college’s apprenticeship and bootcamp programs provide hands-on experience, directly connecting students with employers eager to hire skilled professionals. These programs provide students with seamless entry into the workforce or transfer their associate degree to a four-year institution to further their education.

As a leader in education and workforce training, CCM has been serving the residents and businesses of Morris County for nearly 60 years.

SPECIAL AWARD

Advanced Materials & Manufacturing Institute (AMMI)

Joseph F. Stanzione, III, Founding Director

www.engineering.rowan.edu/research-centers/ammi

The Advanced Materials & Manufacturing Institute (AMMI) in the Henry M. Rowan College of Engineering at Rowan University was founded in 2019 to develop new materials and manufacturing methods to enhance part performance, reduce waste and accelerate production rates. Its research activities are supported by a mix of private industry and government agencies.

AMMI is powered by a group of engineering faculty, staff, students, postdoctoral fellows and research scientists, working in collaboration with external partners. Research facilities include versatile labs and state-of-the-art characterization and performance testing instrumentation, assets that are available for fee-for-service and fixed-price opportunities, among other partnership arrangements. AMMI’s Cold Spray Lab features an industrial cold spray robotic system and custom-produced mini cold spray units, allowing for revolutionary production, protection, repair, and restoration of advanced parts for a wide range of applications.

A primary project with the U.S. Army Research Laboratory will develop new “super” materials using innovative manufacturing techniques while training the next workforce. 

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