Paint Shop Sealer Production Engineer

Supervise all stages of the paint shop including pre-treatment (PT/ED), sealer, primer, base coat, clear coat, oven cure, and inspection

Execute daily and weekly production plans in coordination with upstream (Body Shop) and downstream (General Assembly)

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Monitor real-time production metrics such as cycle time, takt time, and hourly build targets

Manage shift handovers with detailed reports on production output, defects, downtime, and personnel performance

Ensure all painting processes meet or exceed internal and customer quality standards

Manage control plans and visual inspection processes at various checkpoints (e.g., stone chip test, DOI, haze, orange peel, runs, sags)

Investigate and resolve process issues leading to defects such as dirt, mottling, color mismatch, fish eyes, etc

Coordinate with the Quality Assurance and Engineering departments to drive root cause analysis and corrective action (RCCA)

Ensure optimal performance of robots, atomizers, reciprocators, curing ovens, booths, flash-off zones, and conveyor systems

Collaborate with maintenance and automation teams to minimize breakdowns and maintain OEE

Support introduction of new models, colors, or materials through process validation and capability studies

Enforce strict compliance with safety standards, including lockout/tagout (LOTO), hazardous material handling, and fire safety protocols

Conduct regular safety audits, risk assessments, and emergency response drills

Manage waste disposal and emissions control in compliance with environmental regulations (e.g., VOC limits)

Lead and mentor a team of operators, painters, inspectors, and line leaders (typically 20–60 personnel per shift)

Develop skills matrix and training plans for cross-functional and cross-shift capability building

Conduct performance appraisals, absentee management, and conflict resolution

Foster a high-performance culture with accountability, recognition, and continuous improvement

Drive Lean Manufacturing principles such as Kaizen, 5S, Standard Work, and Kanban within the paint shop

Participate in and lead Six Sigma projects aimed at reducing rework, overspray, material waste, and cycle time <