Engineer- Process
Role Overview
GENERAL FUNCTIONS The Paint Process Engineer is responsible for supporting, optimizing, and sustaining painting processes and equipment in a high-volume, high-mix manufacturing environment.
This role focuses on process stability, quality improvement, troubleshooting, and productivity enhancement through hands-on engineering and data-driven problem-solving.
MAJOR DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Develop, optimize, and sustain painting processes to ensure consistent quality, efficiency, and process repeatability.
Monitor and optimize critical process parameters, including paint application, viscosity, coating thickness, and curing conditions.
Provide hands-on technical support to troubleshoot process issues, equipment performance, and quality defects.
Lead structured root cause analysis and implement sustainable corrective actions to eliminate recurring issues.
Drive continuous improvement initiatives focused on scrap reduction, first-pass yield, cycle time, equipment utilization, and cost reduction.
Apply Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, and statistical methods to improve process capability and stability.
Support qualification of new products, materials, equipment, and manufacturing processes.
Collaborate with Production, Quality, Maintenance, Automation, and Tooling teams to resolve technical challenges and implement improvements.
Develop and maintain process documentation, standard work instructions, and process control plans.
Provide technical guidance and training to Process Technicians and production personnel.
Support tooling, fixture, and equipment modifications to improve manufacturing performance.
Ensure compliance with safety, environmental, and operational standards.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS Bachelor's degree in Chemical, Mechanical, Manufacturing Engineering, or related field. 4+ years of manufacturing process engineering experience, preferably in painting or coating operations.
Strong analytical, troubleshooting, and structured root cause analysis skills.
Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, and continuous improvement methodologies.
Demonstrated ability to deliver measurable improvements in quality, productivity, and cost.
Hands-on approach with the ability to work independently in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
Strong communication and cross-functional collaboration skills.
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BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- Bachelor's degree in Chemical, Mechanical, Manufacturing Engineering, or related field. 4+ years of manufacturing process engineering experience, preferably in painting or coating operations. Strong analytical, troubleshooting, and structured root cause analysis skills. Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, and continuous improvement methodologies. Demonstrated ability to deliver measurable improvements in quality, productivity, and cost. Hands-on approach with the ability to work independently in a fast-paced manufacturing environment. Strong communication and cross-functional collaboration skills.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Experience with industrial painting, automated spray systems, or robotic paint application. Knowledge of coating processes, paint defects, and process parameter optimization. Experience in high-volume, high-mix manufacturing. Familiarity with SPC, Design of Experiments (DOE), and Minitab. Lean Six Sigma or Project Management certification. Bilingual English/Spanish. Pay Range: $100,922.47 - $135,956.83 This posting is for an existing vacancy within our business. Employee pay is determined by multiple factors, including geography, experience, qualifications, skills and local minimum wage requirements. In addition, you may also be offered a competitive bonus and/or commission plan, which complements a first-class total rewards package. Benefits may include health care, retirement savings, paid time off/vacation, and various employee discounts. EssilorLuxottica complies with all applicable laws related to the application and hiring process. If you would like to provide feedback regarding an active job posting, or if you are an individual with a disability who would like to request a reasonable accommodation, please call the EssilorLuxottica SpeakUp Hotline at 844-303-0229 (be sure to provide your name, job id number, and contact information so that we may follow up in a timely manner) or email [email protected] We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, gender, national origin, social origin, social condition, being perceived as a victim of domestic violence, sexual aggression or stalking, religion, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, citizenship, ancestry, veteran or military status, marital status, pregnancy (including unlawful discrimination on the basis of a legally protected pregnancy or maternity leave), genetic information or any other characteristics protected by law. Native Americans in the US receive preference in accordance with Tribal Law.
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