Full-Time

Paint Process Engineer

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Disher

51-200 employees

Human-centered product design and engineering

Food & Agriculture

Automotive & Transportation

Consulting

Industrial & Manufacturing

Energy

Consumer Goods

Mid, Senior

Plainfield, IN, USA

Requirements

BS in Industrial, Chemical, Mechanical, Electrical or related Engineering discipline
Minimum of 5 years in a manufacturing setting
Minimum of 2 years preferred in a Tier One Parts and/or OEM Automotive Paint Shop operation
Expertise in paint process and equipment transfer efficiency, quality checks and verifications
Detailed knowledge of paint application equipment, pretreatment systems, paint shop productivity improvement practices, tools, and methods
Expertise in back up and restoration of all robot programs with paint parameters and fluid presets
High level of computer skill proficiency including Microsoft Office, robot programming and adjustments for troubleshooting initiatives
Experience with robotic programming preferred

Responsibilities

Provide input to Paint Operations team on goals and key indicators of plant performance for Safety, Quality, Cost, and Delivery
Provide technical support on the design, improvement and installation of integrated systems of people, materials and equipment
Provide highly technical paint robot programming, paint application and technical expertise in robot troubleshooting
Collaborate with plant personnel, contractors, and equipment suppliers in repair/improvement work
Support annual shutdowns for preventive maintenance, 5S, and equipment updates
Collaborate with Training on manual spray and robotic spray training requirements for Production and Maintenance personnel
Maintain current knowledge level of emerging concepts, techniques and technologies related to our processes
Review product material data sheets for new paint and solvent material to ensure adherence to required specifications

Paint Process Engineer - Greencastle, Indiana

Disher is currently partnering with an automotive manufacturing company in their search for a Paint Process Engineer. In this role you will contribute insights and recommendations to the Paint Operations team regarding plant performance across Safety, Quality, Cost, and Delivery metrics. Your role involves providing technical expertise regarding the design and implementation of integrated systems, particularly focusing on new paint processes. Additionally, you’ll be responsible for ensuring optimal performance of paint robots through meticulous programming, troubleshooting, and proactive maintenance, collaborating with internal teams and external stakeholders. Moreover, you’ll support annual maintenance activities, facilitate training sessions, stay updated on industry advancements, and assist in maintaining environmental health and safety standards related to paint and solvent usage.

What it’s like to work here:

This large automotive supplier is in a state of change to refocus and create a dynamic culture for their employees to thrive in. Joining this team will give you the opportunity to be a change agent and directly impact the transformation to make this a great place to work.

What you’ll get to do:

Provide input to Paint Operations team on goals and key indicators of plant performance for Safety, Quality, Cost, and Delivery, including improvements in waste elimination, quality, process, ISO documentation, operating system controls, material flow, footprint development, manual and robotic spray processes, spray efficiency, capital budgeting, shift reports, and other equipment
Provide technical support on the design, improvement and installation of integrated systems of people, materials and equipment, i.e., adding a new paint process
Provide highly technical paint robot programming, paint application and technical expertise in robot trouble shooting. Minimize robotic downtime by systematically and proactively monitoring part performance and spare part status; prioritize schedule of replacement
Collaborate with plant personnel, contractors, and equipment suppliers in repair/improvement work
Support annual shutdowns for preventive maintenance, 5S, and equipment updates
Collaborate with Training on manual spray and robotic spray training requirements for Production and Maintenance personnel
Maintain current knowledge level of emerging concepts, techniques and technologies related to our processes
Review product material data sheets for new paint and solvent material to ensure adherence to required specifications

What will make you successful:

BS required in Industrial, Chemical, Mechanical, Electrical other related Engineering discipline
Minimum of 5 years in a manufacturing setting
Minimum of 2 years preferred in a Tier One Parts and/or OEM Automotive Paint Shop operation
Expertise in paint process and equipment transfer efficiency, quality checks and verifications
Detailed knowledge of paint application equipment, pretreatment systems, paint shop productivity improvement practices, tools, and methods
Expertise in back up and restoration of all robot programs with paint parameters and fluid presets
High level of computer skill proficiency including Microsoft Office, robot programming and adjustments for trouble shooting initiatives
Experience with robotic programming preferred

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DISHER specializes in human-centered product design and engineering, with a focus on electronics hardware and software, as well as manufacturing technology solutions. The company collaborates with clients across industries to deliver impactful products and services.

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N/A

Total Funding

N/A

Headquarters

Zeeland, Michigan

Founded

2000

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Headcount

6 month growth

↓ -10%

1 year growth

↓ -5%

2 year growth

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