Manufacturing Process Engineer

Job Description

Cabinetworks Group has an immediate opening for a Technical Process Engineer in Waconia, MN! While all qualified applicants are welcome to apply, preference will be given to candidates who currently reside in or near the Waconia, MN area,

JOB SUMMARY:

Senior role with 8-10 years of experience responsible for overseeing and optimizing the Finishing & Coating process, ensuring high-quality finishes, and meeting customer specifications. Work closely with the production and quality control teams to ensure the successful execution of the painting and finishing processes from start to finish. Implements process improvements to meet quality standards, perform feasibility studies, maintain supplier relationships, and solves problems.

PRINCIPAL FUNCTIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Develop, implement, and continuously improve the painting/coating processes for cabinets, ensuring efficiency, consistency, and quality across all production runs. Identify and lead projects, and project teams, to resolve manufacturing issues to meet  business goals and objectives. 
• Ensure that products meet the highest standards for finish quality, including color consistency, smoothness, durability, and resistance to wear. Inspect finished products for defects such as uneven coats, drips, or scratches.
• Quickly identify and address any issues in the painting process, such as paint adhesion problems, uneven application, or drying/curing issues. Provide solutions to reduce defects and maintain production schedules.
• Document all painting processes, materials, and quality control procedures. Maintain records of paint batch approvals, test results, and any changes to standard operating procedures (SOPs).
• Provide training to production staff on proper painting techniques, equipment usage, and safety procedures. Encourage continuous learning and knowledge sharing within the team.
• Develop, and/or support the specification and installation of capital equipment.
• Provide daily shop floor support in the areas of machine operation, set-up, troubleshooting, safety, process improvements and ergonomics.
• Actively promote and participate in the continuous improvement program, lean manufacturing, and Six Sigma process. 
• Ability to travel up to 10% including international.

ESSENTIAL QUALIFICATIONS AND SKILLS:

• Bachelor's degree in Industrial Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Chemical Engineering; or a related technical field or equivalent experience in a similar role.
• 8-10 years engineering experience in a technical role related to finishing and painting processes in a high volume, fast paced manufacturing environment. 
• Expertise in surface preparation, application techniques, and curing methods for cabinet finishes.
• Strong knowledge of coating systems, including solvent-based, water-based, and powder coatings.
• Proficiency in process optimization and quality control methods.
• Familiarity with painting equipment and technology, including spray booths, HVLP (High Volume Low Pressure) sprayers, and automated painting systems.
• Intermediate proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite.
• Lean Manufacturing knowledge.
• Exposure to systems controls such as ISO 140001.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

This role operates in a plant environment. Physical requirements include:

• Ability to stand for long periods.
• Computer Use: Proficient use of a computer, including typing, mouse manipulation, and viewing a computer screen for extended periods is essential.
• Physical demands include required lifting, carrying, pushing, and pulling weight up to 20 lbs. Occasionally up to 50 lbs.

Salary Range $80k - $95k

Shift

Shift 1 (United States of America)

Full or Part Time

Full time

Cabinetworks Group (the “Company”) is an equal opportunity employer and we want to have the best available persons in every job. The Company makes employment decisions only based on merit. It is the Company’s policy to prohibit discrimination in any employment opportunity (including but not limited to recruitment, employment, promotion, salary increases, benefits, termination and all other terms and conditions of employment) based on race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, pregnancy, religious creed, national origin, ancestry, age, physical/mental disability, medical condition, marital/domestic partner status, military and veteran status, height, weight or any other such characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. The Company is committed to complying with all applicable laws providing equal employment opportunities. This commitment applies to all persons involved in the operations of the Company regardless of where the employee is located and prohibits unlawful discrimination by any employee of the Company.

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