Paint Process Engineer

DaikyoNishikawa USA, Inc. (DNUS); Madison (AL); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

No-cost employee premiums

401(k) Retirement Savings Plan

Paid Time Off

Merit increases

Wellness initiatives

Safety shoe allowance

Group life and disability insurance

Job summary

DaikyoNishikawa USA, Inc. on Mazda Toyota Manufacturing’s campus in Madison, AL seeks a Paint Process Engineer with deep experience in water-based primer/base coat and 2K clear coat processes.

You will drive process development, start-up support, PFMEA, and training for production teams in a fast-paced environment. Ideal candidates have strong defect analysis, root cause skills, and cross-functional collaboration with engineering, quality, and manufacturing.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of water-based primer/base coat and 2K clear coat processes.
• Experience supporting paint program start-up from concept to volume ramp-up.
• Develop and implement paint process quality control plans and PFMEA.
• Forge cross-functional relationships with engineering, quality and manufacturing.
• Lead color harmony reviews with internal/external stakeholders.
• Proficient in defect analysis, root cause, and reporting.

Responsibilities

• Develop and optimize water-based primer/base coat and 2K clear coat processes.
• Support start-up activities from concept through volume ramp-up.
• Create and implement process control plans and PFMEA standards.
• Coordinate with Product and Plant Engineering on launches and trials.
• Deliver training programs for production personnel.
• Balance safety, quality, throughput, and costs to maximize value.

Skills

Water-based paint

Base coat / primer

2K clear coat

PFMEA

Process control

Root cause analysis

Cross-functional collaboration

Fanuc robotics

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering

5+ years automotive paint experience

Tools

Fanuc Paint Robot

Allen Bradley PLC

Omron PLC

Job description

Paint Process Engineer

DaikyoNishikawa USA, Inc. is a Tier 1 supplier for Mazda Toyota Manufacturing, located on Mazda Toyota’s campus in Madison, Alabama. We are looking for aPaint Process Engineerto join our team!
This position requires an experienced professional with a comprehensive experience in paint processes who will be responsible for developing optimal Water-based Primer / Base Coat and 2K Clear Coat processes. Our ideal candidate exhibits a can-do attitude and approaches his or her work with vigor and determination. Candidates will be expected to demonstrate excellence in their respective fields, to possess the ability to learn quickly, and to strive for perfection within a fast-paced environment.

REQUIREMENTS:

• Knowledge of Water-based Primer / Base Coat and 2K Clear Coat processes.
• Support paint program start-up from the initial concept all the way to volume ramp-up.
• Help achieve the defined volume, premium paint appearance quality, costs, and safety objectives.
• Develop and implement paint process quality control plans for water-based primer/base coat and 2K clear coat processes and finesse/polish.
• Forge excellent cross-functional relationships with engineering, suppliers, quality, and manufacturing (Body-In-White & General Assembly).
• Manage and lead Color Harmony reviews with Internal Quality and Customer Paint Quality team members.
• Develop and implement Paint PFMEA standards and policies
• Process Control Plans.
• Coordinate launch activities and trials with both Product and Plant Engineering.
• Develop and implement training programs for production associates.
• Identify, trial, and implement any new tools, equipment, and processes that could improve quality and manpower efficiency.
• Effectively manage and balance safety, quality, throughput, cost, and people to provide maximum value to the customer and the company.
• Strong with defect analysis, root cause, and reporting
• Fanuc Automation Experience Preferred
• Fanuc robotics – Online/Offline programming
• Fluent with equipment & process planning, budget process, and simultaneous engineering activities.
• Experienced team player.
• Passion to continuously improve and maintain the process.
• Experience with driving standard methods and procedures.
• Preferred experience with water-based paint processes.
• Knowledge of paint equipment & layouts

Paint Process Engineer

DaikyoNishikawa USA, Inc. is a Tier 1 supplier for Mazda Toyota Manufacturing, located on Mazda Toyota’s campus in Madison, Alabama. We are looking for aPaint Process Engineerto join our team!
This position requires an experienced professional with a comprehensive experience in paint processes who will be responsible for developing optimal Water-based Primer / Base Coat and 2K Clear Coat processes. Our ideal candidate exhibits a can-do attitude and approaches his or her work with vigor and determination. Candidates will be expected to demonstrate excellence in their respective fields, to possess the ability to learn quickly, and to strive for perfection within a fast-paced environment.

REQUIREMENTS:

• Knowledge of Water-based Primer / Base Coat and 2K Clear Coat processes.
• Support paint program start-up from the initial concept all the way to volume ramp-up.
• Help achieve the defined volume, premium paint appearance quality, costs, and safety objectives.
• Develop and implement paint process quality control plans for water-based primer/base coat and 2K clear coat processes and finesse/polish.
• Forge excellent cross-functional relationships with engineering, suppliers, quality, and manufacturing (Body-In-White & General Assembly).
• Manage and lead Color Harmony reviews with Internal Quality and Customer Paint Quality team members.
• Develop and implement Paint PFMEA standards and policies
• Process Control Plans.
• Coordinate launch activities and trials with both Product and Plant Engineering.
• Develop and implement training programs for production associates.
• Identify, trial, and implement any new tools, equipment, and processes that could improve quality and manpower efficiency.
• Effectively manage and balance safety, quality, throughput, cost, and people to provide maximum value to the customer and the company.
• Strong with defect analysis, root cause, and reporting
• Fanuc Automation Experience Preferred
• Fanuc robotics – Online/Offline programming
• Fluent with equipment & process planning, budget process, and simultaneous engineering activities.
• Experienced team player.
• Passion to continuously improve and maintain the process.
• Experience with driving standard methods and procedures.
• Preferred experience with water-based paint processes.
• Knowledge of paint equipment & layouts

EDUCATION/ EXPERIENCE PREFERRED

• Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering Preferred or 10+ years experience (Manufacturing / Mechanical / Electrical / Operations / Industrial)
• FANUC Paint Robot experience required, 5+ year experience preferred
• Allen Bradley or Omron PLC experience preferred
• 5+ years of relevant experience in a similar role within an automotive OEM – Tier 1/2 paint shop

BENEFITS

• No-cost employee premiums for you and your eligible dependents for competitive medical, dental, vision, prescription benefits, Short-term Disability and Long-term Disability, Employee Assistance Program
• FSAs
• Pet Insurance options
• 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan with several investment options; we match 100% of the first 4%
• Paid Time Off program that includes company holidays and vacation time
• Performance-based Merit Increases
• Wellness Initiatives
• Safety Shoe and Prescription Safety Glasses - designated amount paid by company
• Group Rate Life and Disability Insurance

While we welcome out-of-state applicants, this is an on-site position that will require you to report to the plant in Madison, AL for work.

All qualified applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, or gender identity), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.