We are seeking a Chemical Engineer to join our Paint Division. The person who fills this role will have the unique opportunity to assist with the implementation of a state-of-the-art e-coat paint system, provide input, and help define the equipment/instrumentation needed for a new construction equipment manufacturing facility. This position works Monday through Thursday from 6:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. (4-day workweek).
Duties: Including but not limited to: Develop, evaluate, and improve paint manufacturing methods utilizing knowledge of product design, materials and parts, fabrication processes, tooling and production equipment capabilities, assembly methods, and quality control standards.
Analyze and plan workforce utilization, space requirements, production workflow, and support design layout of equipment as necessary and workspace for maximum efficiency of painting equipment and processes.
Confer with planning and design staff concerning product design and tooling to ensure efficient production methods.
Confer with vendors to determine product specifications that meet specs and requirements.
Arrange for the purchase of equipment, materials, or parts, and evaluate products according to specifications and quality standards with a high return on investment (ROI).
Estimate production times, staffing requirements, and related costs to provide information for management decisions.
Design a hanging method for new parts coming to that paint system and improve on current hanger designs to reduce paint-related defects and/or increase capacity.
Calculate & monitor paint capacity as production demand fluctuates.
Prepare & implement investment proposals related to the paint shop. (ex. Paint Booth improvements, wastewater improvements, safety improvements)
Confer with management, engineering, and other staff regarding manufacturing capabilities, production schedules, and other considerations to facilitate production processes.
Identify and prioritize issues that impact the customer; establish their root cause and provide findings and recommendations for business improvement.
Apply statistical methods to estimate future lean manufacturing processes and requirements for return of investment potential.
Recommend methods for improving worker efficiency and reducing waste of materials and utilities, such as restructuring job duties, reorganizing workflow, relocating workstations and equipment, and purchase of equipment.
Develop or revise standard operational and working practices and observe workers to ensure compliance with standards.
Other duties may be assigned that require other qualifications, physical demands, and/or work environment.
Follow all policies and OSHA safety regulations and wear prescribed safety and protective equipment.
Qualifications: Bachelor's degree (B. S.) in Engineering or related field from a four-year college or university; four years' related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
Experience working as a Paint ME in a manufacturing environment is a plus.
Lean advocate with demonstrated knowledge of manufacturing processes.
Understanding of a variety of paint application equipment and systems.
Excellent communication skills to respond to inquiries from customers, regulatory agencies, or the business community.
Ability to effectively present information to management and public groups.
Ability to interpret an extensive variety of technical instructions in mathematical or diagram form and deal with several abstract and concrete variables.
Ability to safely operate automobiles, trucks, tractors, and lifts.
Disclaimer: Please note that we are unable to provide job sponsorships, including, but not limited to, visas, corp-to-corp arrangements (C2C), or any other form of sponsorship for employment. All applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States without the need for sponsorship now or in the future. #ZR
