Posted tuesday, february 10, * at 6:00 am | expires friday, may 1, * at 5:59 amjob description – paint engineersummarydevelop and implement tools and processes to improve paint system performance, including quality, uptime and cost.provide process and troubleshooting support to paint processes and implement permanent corrective actions.manage and monitor paint supplier activities.ensure environmental compliance in paint systems.assist with pfmea's, control plans, pfp's, operator instructions, layouts, quotations, etc.promote quality, continuous improvement, preventative maintenance and good housekeeping and safety practices.effectively utilize employees, materials and equipment.communicate on a regular basis to all affective parties on paint system activities.core competenciescustomer focuscommunicationenergy and stressteam workproblem solvingaccountability and dependabilityethics and integrityanalyticalrequirementsfour year degree with engineering or technical degree preferred, equivalent automotive engineering experience may be consideredminimum of 5 years paint engineering experiencemust be familiar with automation/robotics for paint sprayershigh degree of interpersonal skills to work effectively with others.high level of analytical ability, oral and written communications skills.knowledge of industrial paint systems.knowledge of industrial paint fanuc robots.proven ability to work in a team environment - as an active team member, group facilitator and a leader.problem solving skills.computer competence in windows spreadsheet, work, excel, database.preferred--robot path programming knowledge and experience; working knowledge of pneumatics, hydraulics and electrical controls;experience with statistical techniques such as shainin or six sigma; experience with autocad and ms access; 2k mix equipment experience.knowledge of paint-related technologies (coatings, corrosion, sealing, etc.)job dutiesensure that paint processes are maintained and running effectively for vehicle productionproblem-solve (analyze data, determine root causes, develop implementation plans) and resolve issues which are affecting paint shop quality or throughputsupport implementation of new processes and equipmentcommunicate between shifts and departments to implement best practices, resolve problems, and sustain consistent performance to objectives.maintain process documentation.proactively identify and pursue opportunities to improve operations by reducing costs, reducing energy usage, improve quality, etc.support safety of the shop and of operatorsinterface with production/maintenance personnel, plant leadership and others outside the plant (manufacturing engineering, suppliers, etc.) as needed to resolve issues, implement improvements and communicate status and opportunities, etc.establish a course of action to accomplish completion of the job and/or projectpropose and evaluate manufacturing processes and equipment for assigned areas.direct the design, development and/or improvements of manufacturing processes and equipment for assigned areas.provide technical support for specific plant operations.coordinate input from internal/external customers to better understand customer needs and/or perceptions.keep abreast of current product developments and trends in areas of expertise.actively identify new areas for learning and take advantage of learning opportunities.the incumbent is responsible for the awareness, understanding, specific responsibilities and management of the environmental management system (ems) as stated in ems policy cevpl.*.the incumbent is responsible for the awareness, understanding, specific responsibilities and management of the quality management system (qms) as stated in#j-*-ljbffr