Entry-Level Paint Process Engineer

Jobtailor; Missouri; On-site; USD 25,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

Jobtailor is seeking an engineering intern to advance material flow efficiencies and support new process implementations on the manufacturing floor. You will work with both hourly and salaried team members to analyze data, identify root causes, and implement improvements across assembly and quality areas.

The role emphasizes safety protocol development, on-site availability, and collaboration across production and maintenance teams, with opportunities to learn and apply lean manufacturing

Qualifications

• Pursuing a Bachelor's degree in Engineering or related field.
• Must be graduating between December 2026 and June 2027.
• Able to work full-time, 40 hours per week.
• Willing to work in a plant environment and onsite full-time.
• Must be able to walk, stand, and perform inspections.
• Must read work instructions, operate machines/tools, and respond to safety signals.
• Must wear PPE in a loud, non-climate-controlled environment.
• Must lift up to 15 pounds and occasionally up to 40 pounds.
• Must not require GM immigration sponsorship now or in the future.

Responsibilities

• Develop efficiencies in material flow.
• Support and define implementation of new processes and equipment.
• Provide technical support and direction to support personnel and skilled trades.
• Develop and support safety protocols.
• Maintain assembly processes for effective engine manufacturing.
• Collaborate with team members on daily problem-solving and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Analyze data, determine root causes, develop implementation plans, and resolve issues affecting assembly, quality, or throughput.
• Identify and pursue opportunities to reduce costs, energy usage, and improve quality.
• Coordinate input from internal and external customers to understand needs and perceptions.

Skills

Data Analysis

Technical Support for Manufacturing

Process Implementation

Safety Protocol Development

Continuous Improvement Initiatives

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Chemical Engineering

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering

Bachelor’s degree in Industrial Engineering

Bachelor’s degree in Materials Engineering/Materials Science

Bachelor’s degree in Manufacturing Engineering

Tools

Material Flow Optimization

Quality Inspection

Process Development

Root Cause Analysis

Cost Reduction Strategies

Energy Usage Improvement

Manufacturing Engineering

Controls Engineering

Assembly Process Maintenance

Equipment Process Evaluation

Job description

• Develop efficiencies in material flow
• Support and define implementation of new processes and equipment
• Provide technical support and direction to support personnel and skilled trades
• Develop and support safety protocols
• Maintain assembly processes for effective engine manufacturing
• Work with team members on daily problem‑solving and continuous improvement initiatives
• Collaborate with hourly and salaried employees
• Analyze data, determine root causes, develop implementation plans, and resolve issues affecting assembly, quality, or throughput
• Identify and pursue opportunities to reduce costs, reduce energy usage, and improve quality
• Collaborate with production and maintenance personnel
• Resolve issues, implement improvements, and communicate status and opportunities
• Propose and evaluate production‑area equipment processes
• Provide technical support for manufacturing operations
• Coordinate input from internal and external customers to understand customer needs and perceptions
• Keep abreast of product developments and trends
• Identify learning opportunities and pursue continued learning
• Assign work to small or large groups of employees

Requirements

• Pursuing a Bachelor’s degree in Chemical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Electrical Engineering Technology, Controls Engineering, Controls Systems Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Materials Engineering/Materials Science, or Manufacturing Engineering
• Must be graduating between December 2026 and June 2027
• Able to work full‑time, 40 hours per week
• Must be willing to work in a plant environment
• Must work onsite at the assigned facility on a full‑time basis
• Must be able to walk and stand for prolonged periods
• Must be able to read standardized work instructions, operate machines and tools, and perform quality inspections
• Must promptly detect and respond to safety instructions, alarms, and signals
• Must wear personal protective equipment
• Must work in a loud, non‑climate‑controlled manufacturing environment
• Must frequently and repetitively bend, twist, kneel, crouch, and reach
• Must lift or carry materials up to 15 pounds and periodically up to 40 pounds
• Must occasionally sit, climb ladders and lifts, and drive vehicles and equipment
• Must not require GM immigration sponsorship now or in the future, including H‑1B, OPT, STEM OPT, CPT, TN, or J‑1 sponsorship
• Preferred: interpersonal and relationship management skills
• Preferred: written and verbal communication skills
• Preferred: partnership, collaboration, and knowledge‑sharing skills
• Preferred: integrity, initiative, self‑direction, accountability, and trust
• Preferred: innovative, customer‑centric thinking
• Preferred: project management skills and ability to manage multiple projects

Core Competencies

Demonstrates strong capabilities in developing efficiencies in material flow, implementing safety protocols, and providing technical support for manufacturing operations. Proficient in analyzing data to resolve assembly and quality issues while collaborating effectively with diverse teams.

Highest‑signal resume keywords

• Data Analysis
• Technical Support for Manufacturing Operations
• Process Implementation
• Safety Protocol Development
• Continuous Improvement Initiatives

ATS Optimization Keywords

Hard Skills

• Material Flow Optimization
• Quality Inspection
• Process Development
• Root Cause Analysis
• Cost Reduction Strategies
• Energy Usage Improvement
• Manufacturing Engineering
• Controls Engineering
• Assembly Process Maintenance
• Equipment Process Evaluation

Soft Skills

• Interpersonal Skills
• Written Communication
• Verbal Communication
• Collaboration
• Project Management

Industry Keywords

• Manufacturing Environment
• Safety Instructions
• Personal Protective Equipment
• Continuous Improvement
• Customer Needs Assessment