Job description

Paint Process Engineer

DEPARTMENT: Engineering

REPORT TO: General Manager

BASIC FUNCTION: This position requires an experienced professional with a comprehensive experience in paint processes and will be responsible for developing optimal Water-based Primer / Base Coat and 2K Clear Coat processes. Our ideal candidate exhibits a can-do attitude and approaches his or her work with vigor and determination. Candidates will be expected to demonstrate excellence in their respective fields, to possess the ability to learn quickly, and to strive for perfection within a fast-paced environment.
REQUIREMENTS:

• Knowledge of Water-based Primer / Base Coat and 2K Clear Coat processes.
• Standard Shift Work
• Support the new paint shop start-up from the initial concept all the way to volume ramp-up.
• Help achieve the defined volume, premium paint appearance quality, costs, and safety objectives.
• Develop and implement paint process quality control plans for water-based primer/base coat and 2K clear coat processes and finesse/polish.
• Forge excellent cross-functional relationships with engineering, suppliers, quality, and manufacturing (Body-In-White & General Assembly).
• Manage and lead Color Harmony reviews with Internal Quality and Customer Paint Quality team members.
• Develop and implement Paint PFMEA standards and policies
• Process Control Plans.
• Coordinate launch activities and trials with both Product and Plant Engineering.
• Develop and implement training programs for production associates.
• Identify, trial, and implement any new tools, equipment, and processes that could improve quality and manpower efficiency.
• Effectively manage and balance safety, quality, throughput, cost, and people to provide maximum value to the customer and the company.
• 5+ years of relevant experience in a similar role within an automotive OEM – Tier 1/2 paint shop.
• Strong with defect analysis, root cause, and reporting
• Fanuc Automation Experience Preferred
• PaintPro experience – Online/Offline programming
• Fluent with equipment & process planning, budget process, and simultaneous engineering activities.
• Experienced team player.
• Passion to continuously improve and maintain the process.
• Experience with driving standard methods and procedures.
• Preferred experience with water-based paint processes.
• Greenfield paint launch experience
• Knowledge of paint equipment & layouts

EDUCATION/ EXPERIENCE PREFERRED

• Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering Preferred or 10+ years experience (Manufacturing / Mechanical / Electrical / Operations / Industrial). Or Equivalent

About Seneca Resources:

Seneca Resources is a client driven provider of strategic Information Technology consulting services and Workforce Solutions to government and industry. Seneca Resources is a leading IT services provider with offices in Virginia, Alabama, Georgia, Florida and Texas that service clients throughout the United States.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and value the benefits of diversity in our workplace.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $80,000.00 - $90,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Experience level:

• 5 years

Schedule:

• Day shift
• Monday to Friday
• Overnight shift
• Weekend availability

Work setting:

• In-person
• Manufacturing facility

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Madison, AL: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

Experience:

• Paint Engineering: 5 years (Preferred)
• Automotive engineering: 5 years (Preferred)

Work Location: In person

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