Manufacturing Engineer (Liquid Paint)

About the role

You will serve as a key technical contributor supporting liquid paint manufacturing processes, with a focus on robotic, solvent-based painting operations. In this role, you support production performance by developing, improving, and sustaining safe, efficient, and repeatable processes while partnering closely with operations, maintenance, and design engineering.

Responsibilities

• Lead continuous improvement initiatives across paint processes to improve cycle times, reduce scrap and downtime, and optimize equipment, tooling, and energy usage.
• Provide hands-on process and tooling troubleshooting to resolve production issues and improve process stability and throughput.
• Develop, update, and maintain process documentation, work instructions, and standard work to support consistent execution.
• Analyze process failures, perform root cause analysis, and implement corrective and preventive actions.
• Design and evaluate part fixtures and tooling to maximize density, efficiency, and quality outcomes.
• Train, develop, and technically guide robot programmers and process technicians on setup, processing, and problem-solving techniques.
• Recommend, justify, and support implementation of capital equipment, including establishing spare parts lists and preventive maintenance frequencies.
• Partner with design engineering on new project start-ups, supporting transition from development into stable production.
• Promote and maintain a safe, clean, and orderly work environment while performing responsibilities with minimal supervision.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering required; Chemical Engineering preferred.
• Minimum of 3 years of relevant liquid paint manufacturing experience.
• Understanding of robotic, solvent-based painting processes.
• Experience with Fanuc robotics systems.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and process mapping skills.
• Proficiency with standard computer applications, including Microsoft Office.
• Demonstrated ability to manage projects, organize work effectively, and collaborate with operations and maintenance teams while maintaining high quality and attention to detail.

Desired Competencies

• Technical / Functional Expertise: Applies the required technical or professional knowledge to perform your role effectively and stay current within your area of expertise.
• Problem Solving: Identifies issues, assesses root causes, and implements practical solutions that balance speed, quality, and risk.
• Collaboration: Works effectively with others across functions and levels, contributing to shared goals while respecting different perspectives.