Manufacturing Process Engineer

Nippon Paint Automotive Americas, Inc.; Chattanooga (TN); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus structure

Paid holidays

401K plan with company match

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Nippon Paint Automotive Americas, Inc. in Chattanooga, Tennessee, is looking for a skilled individual to enhance manufacturing efficiency through process improvements and project management. The role requires a B.S. in Chemical Engineering with strong communication and problem-solving skills. Candidates should have a proven track record in managing multiple projects and collaborating effectively with teams.

Applicants will benefit from a generous bonus structure, paid holidays, and comprehensive health plans. Join a supportive company culture that values employees' contributions.

Qualifications

• Proven success in project management and implementation of process improvements.
• Manufacturing industry experience preferred.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and facilitate efficiency initiatives within the department.
• Analyze and plan space requirements and workflow to maximize efficiency.
• Confers with vendors for product specifications and purchasing decisions.

Skills

Project management

Interpersonal skills

Problem-solving

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Technical skills

Education

B.S. in Chemical Engineering or related Engineering Field

Tools

Excel

Word

Job description

Nippon Paint Automotive Americas Inc. (NPAA) offers employees a generous earned bonus structure including monthly hourly attendance bonuses, merit increases and a mid-year/annual bonus incentive plan. Employees receive eleven paid holidays per year, earn paid time off, can enroll in comprehensive health and welfare plans and a 401K plan with an exceptional company match. We provide employee recognition programs, tuition reimbursement and much more. When you join our team, you are part of our NPAA family. We hold several events throughout the year for our employees to show our appreciation for their hard work and dedication. Come join a great team!

Essential Duties

• Process/equipment troubleshooting (including process control systems), utilization of SPC to improve batch quality, and assistance with cost reduction, process reliability and quality improvement programs.
• Expectation is that a successful applicant will develop skill sets and work on small scale capital projects.
• The main responsibility for this individual will be coordinating/facilitating several efficiency initiatives within the department and following through on them to the point of realized benefits.
• Confers with vendors to determine product specifications and arrange for purchase of equipment, materials, or parts, and evaluates products according to specifications and quality standards.
• Works with in-house maintenance and outside contractors to facilitate repairs & improvements.
• Analyzes and plans space requirements, and workflow, and designs layout of equipment and workspace for maximum efficiency.

Required

• B.S. in Chemical Engineering, or related Engineering Field
• Ability to work effectively on multiple projects
• Results-oriented
• Strong interpersonal skills as a team player
• Strong technical and communication (oral and written) skills
• Good problem solving skills
• Developing leadership skills.
• Must have proven success in project management and have the ability to implement business process improvements affecting multiple departments.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to communicate clearly and concisely both in oral and written form using a variety of communication techniques and tools to ensure appropriate flow of information.
• Ability to effectively present information and respond to inquiries, and/or complaints
• Displays courtesy, tact and respect when dealing with others.
• Maintains appropriate confidentiality
• Ability to meet strict deadlines
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously to successful completion
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision
• Promotes a harassment‑free environment
• Establishes and maintains effective working relationships; demonstrates a commitment to teamwork
• Maintains a strong attention to detail
• Highly developed computer skills in Excel, Word and other office programs
• Manufacturing industry experience preferred
• Ability to identify and define problems, collect and analyze data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions.
• Ability to work in a fast‑paced and dynamic environment
• Ability to work off shift hours in order to meet the needs of the business.