Technical Finishing Engineering Manager

Responsibilities

• Evaluate and optimize existing nickel plating, zinc plating, and powder coating processes to improve efficiency, reduce costs, and enhance quality.
• Implement process improvements based on data analysis, experimentation, and industry best practices.
• Develop and maintain process documentation, including standard operating procedures (SOPs), work instructions, and control plans.
• Serve as the technical expert for all metal finishing processes, providing guidance and support to production teams, quality control, and other departments.
• Stay current with the latest advancements in surface treatment technologies and evaluate their potential application in our operations.
• Troubleshoot process-related issues, identify root causes, and implement effective corrective actions.
• Develop and implement quality control procedures to ensure compliance with customer specifications, industry standards (e.g., ASTM), and regulatory requirements (e.g., environmental regulations).
• Monitor process parameters, conduct testing, and analyze data to identify trends and potential quality issues.
• Lead investigations of non-conformances and implement corrective and preventive actions (CAPA).
• Oversee the maintenance and calibration of equipment used in the finishing processes, including plating tanks, powder coating booths, ovens, and related systems.
• Evaluate equipment performance, identify opportunities for improvement, and recommend upgrades or replacements as needed.
• Manage relationships with equipment vendors and service providers.
• Ensure compliance with all applicable environmental regulations related to plating and powder coating operations (e.g., wastewater discharge, air emissions, hazardous waste management).
• Develop and implement environmental management plans to minimize the environmental impact of finishing processes.
• Manage waste disposal and recycling programs.
• Lead or participate in projects related to new product introductions, process improvements, or equipment upgrades.
• Develop project plans, manage budgets, and track progress to ensure timely and successful completion of projects.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including engineering, production, and quality.
• Provide technical guidance, training, and mentorship to finishing department personnel.
• Foster a culture of continuous improvement and teamwork.
• Evaluate employee performance and provide feedback.
• Maintain finishing process costs, including material consumption, energy usage, and labor costs.
• Negotiate pricing with suppliers and service providers.
• Ensure all finishing operations are conducted in a safe manner, following established safety procedures and regulatory requirements.
• Conduct safety training and promote a culture of safety awareness.
• Investigate accidents and incidents, implement corrective actions, and prevent recurrences.
• Identify opportunities or implement changes to improve manufacturing processes or products or to reduce cost.
• Apply continuous improvement methods such as lean manufacturing to enhance manufacturing quality, reliability, or cost-effectiveness.
• Evaluate current or proposed manufacturing processes or practices for environmental sustainability, considering factors such as emissions, air pollution, water pollution, energy use, or waste creation.
• Read current literature, talk with colleagues, participate in educational programs, attend meetings, attend workshops, or participate in professional organizations or conferences to keep abreast of developments in the manufacturing field.
• Provide additional assistance to the SSW Management Team as requested.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Chemical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Materials Science, or a related field and 3 years of experience in a related occupation.
• The position also requires:
• 3 years of experience with Electroplating troubleshooting.
• 3 years of experience with Powder Coating, Waste Treatment, and EHS and Safety.
• 3 years of Nickel plating, Zinc plating, and Chemical Processing equipment.
• 3 years of experience with Quality Control Principles.
• 3 years of experience with surface treatment technologies, electrochemistry and material Science.
• 3 years of experience with environmental regulations related to plating and powder coating operations.
• 3 years of experience with equipment maintenance and troubleshooting.
• 2 years of experience with AutoCAD and SolidWorks.
• Academic/work experience with Chemistry and Lab work, Operational Research and Mechanics and Thermodynamics.