PAINT MANUFACTURING ENGINEERING SPECIALIST

About the role

Lead paint-related root cause analysis, quality improvement initiatives and work with engineering to process new and revised parts.
Lead continuous improvement, kaizens, and projects received through employee suggestions.
Maintain all testing and compliance of coating intensities to meet customer and internal requirements.
Manage chemical and material vendors and compliance.
Validate paint and metal treating process changes.
Develop standard work instructions and training for operators.
Process engineering change orders and define labor standards.
Develop 5-year Capex improvement plan and carry out managing the projects to completion.
Monitor metal pretreatment and shot blast system.
Define masking requirements and work with vendors to develop masking solutions.
Define and maintain a detailed preventive maintenance schedule that pertains to paint, and ensure all PM processes and assignments are followed through.
Resolve technical problems and recommend production improvements.
Lead in the specification training and documentation of paint processes in support of quality and first yield goals on first and third shift.
Update and control MSDS and manage through the 3E system.
Define new and revised hang methods to increase productivity.
Work to reduce In System Damage.

Responsibilities

• Lead paint-related root cause analysis, quality improvement initiatives and work with engineering to process new and revised parts.
• Lead continuous improvement, kaizens, and projects received through employee suggestions.
• Maintain all testing and compliance of coating intensities to meet customer and internal requirements.
• Manage chemical and material vendors and compliance.
• Validate paint and metal treating process changes.
• Develop standard work instructions and training for operators.
• Process engineering change orders and define labor standards.
• Develop 5-year Capex improvement plan and carry out managing the projects to completion.
• Monitor metal pretreatment and shot blast system.
• Define masking requirements and work with vendors to develop masking solutions.
• Define and maintain a detailed preventive maintenance schedule that pertains to paint, and ensure all PM processes and assignments are followed through.
• Resolve technical problems and recommend production improvements.
• Lead in the specification training and documentation of paint processes in support of quality and first yield goals on first and third shift.
• Update and control MSDS and manage through the 3E system.
• Define new and revised hang methods to increase productivity.
• Work to reduce In System Damage.

Requirements

Associates degree with three or more years of experience in industrial paint operations/technology with in-depth knowledge of the liquid paint process.
OR
High school diploma/GED with five or more years of experience in industrial paint operations with in-depth knowledge of the liquid paint process.

Preferred Qualifications

• Ability to work >50% on shop floor.
• Experience with CAD software (AutoCAD, ProE, Creo).
• Experience generating manufacturing Bill of Materials, routings, and standard (visual) work instructions/SOPs.
• Hands-on experience and product knowledge with agricultural or construction equipment transmissions (hydraulic systems/drive train) including hands-on troubleshooting with automated testing equipment.
• Proficiency with MS Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint).
• Bachelor's Degree in Chemical, Industrial, Mechanical or Manufacturing Engineering or other relevant field.
• Experience controlling pretreat process within recommended parameters.
• Hands-on experience with setting up, training, and verifying calibration of paint application equipment.
• Experience with overhead conveyance systems, their function, maintenance and modifications.
• Experience troubleshooting paint defects and equipment problems quickly to support operations.
• Experience with troubleshooting and learning PLC systems.

Skills

• Leadership in quality improvement initiatives.
• Strong problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Knowledge of industrial painting processes.
• Experience with CAD software.
• Experience with manufacturing processes and tools.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Strong attention to detail.

Benefits

Dynamic career opportunities across an international landscape.
Comprehensive benefits including flexible work arrangements, savings & retirement benefits, tuition reimbursement, parental leave, adoption assistance, fertility & family building support, Employee Assistance Programs, and charitable contribution matching and volunteer time off.

Pay

The annual salary for this role is USD $86,625.00 - $115,500.00 plus any applicable bonus (Actual salaries will vary and will be based on various factors, such as skill, experience and qualification for the role.).