Responsibilities & Key Deliverables
1. Process Development & Optimization
- Design, develop, and implement paint application processes for new and existing products.
- Optimize paint shop layouts, process flow, and work methods to improve productivity and reduce waste.
- Evaluate and introduce new paint technologies, application equipment, and automation solutions.
2. Equipment & Tooling Management
- Specify, procure, and validate paint shop equipment such as spray booths, ovens, conveyors, and robots.
- Plan preventive maintenance schedules to ensure reliable operations.
- Troubleshoot equipment and process issues to minimize downtime.
3. Quality Assurance
- Establish and monitor process parameters to maintain paint quality standards (Corrosion, UV Resistance, gloss, adhesion, finish).
- Work with Quality teams to ensure compliance with OEM quality standards.
4. Cost & Efficiency Improvements
- Analyse paint material usage and identify cost-reduction opportunities.
- Implement Lean Manufacturing and Kaizen initiatives to improve efficiency.
- Monitor paint shop KPIs such as cycle time and energy usage.
5. Safety & Environmental Compliance
- Ensure compliance with environmental regulations related to VOCs, hazardous waste, and emissions.
- Conduct risk assessments and safety training for paint shop staff.
6. Cross-Functional Collaboration
- Support New Product Introduction (NPI) projects with paint process feasibility studies.
- Collaborate with design teams to ensure paint-friendly part designs.
- Coordinate with suppliers for paint materials, consumables, and equipment.
Preferred Industries
Manufacturing
Automotive Industry
Education Qualification
Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Paint, Chemical Engineering or related field
General Experience
10+ Years
Critical Experience
- Technical Skills: Knowledge of paint application systems, Familiarity with paint booth ventilation, curing ovens, and robotic spray systems. Understanding problem-solving tools. Paint Development and Validation process
- Soft Skills: Strong analytical skills, communication & ability to work in Cross functional teams, Well verse with SAP System.
System Generated Core Skills
7 QC Tools
Supplier Management
Total Productive Maintenance (TPM)
System Generated Secondary Skills
Job Segment: Chemical Engineer, Painter, Engineer, Engineering, Automotive, Manufacturing
