Paint Production Engineer

Selectrucks; Charleston (SC); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Mercedes-Benz Vans, LLC in Ladson, South Carolina is seeking a Paint Production Engineer to monitor factory performance, determine manpower needs, and develop manufacturing processes to improve efficiency and quality in Sprinter production operations.

The role emphasizes Lean practices, testing method development, and guiding teams through medium-scale projects while supporting budgets and cost reduction, all while maintaining high quality standards.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a relevant engineering field required (Industrial/ Manufacturing/ Mechanical/ Electrical).
• 3–5 years of relevant experience preferred in automotive environments such as Body in White, Paint and Assembly.
• Experience with automotive paint shop processes and manufacturing methods is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Develops best practices to improve production capacity, quality and reliability.
• Drives Lean Manufacturing and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Assists in manpower distribution and supports budget and cost reduction efforts.
• Designs testing methods and evaluates product and process capabilities.
• Guides teams through medium-scale projects from start to end.
• Participates in team meetings and seeks ongoing improvements.

Skills

Paint shop experience

Manufacturing methods

Communication skills

Value stream mapping

Problem solving (8D)

Education

Bachelor's degree in Industrial/Manufacturing/Mechanical/Electrical Eng

Job description

Job Description - Paint Production Engineer (MER00049HO)

Description

Shape the future today.

The world is changing. The question is, what will be our contribution to the outcome? We have set the pace in the field of mobility from the very beginning, and we will continue to do so. At Mercedes-Benz Vans, interdisciplinary teams are developing the mobility of tomorrow. Our goal is to make mobility safer, simpler, and more sustainable for people across the globe. Put your pioneering spirit to good use: This is your opportunity to make a contribution that extends far beyond your job title.

At Mercedes-Benz Vans, we offer you the perfect environment for your professional and personal growth. Cutting-edge training and promising career opportunities will help you to foster and expand your professional skill set as well as your individual strengths. Think, try, and thrive with us in collaborative work environments that spark game-changing concepts.

Job Overview:

Monitors the factory’s performance, determine manpower needs and strengthen and develop the organization's production & planning structure. Develops, implants, and improves manufacturing production processes and methods.

Responsibilities

• Develops best practices to improve production capacity, quality and reliability
• Drive the implementation of continuous improvement processes for efficiency to create a Lean Manufacturing environment.
• Investigates problems, analyzes root causes and derives resolutions. Will use 8D Problem Solving Process to ensure sustainable quality products
• Supports operational strategies to achieve production and financial objectives
• Assures product and process quality by designing testing methods; testing finished- product and process capabilities; establishing standards; confirming manufacturing processes
• Provides input for budget preparation and monitor expenses and profitability
• Writes spec books; requests and evaluation of supplier quotations
• Supports the design, documentation, and implementation of medium-scale manufacturing processes. Checks feasibility of product changes
• Performs a variety of moderately complex tasks relying on experience and judgment to plan and accomplish goals
• Evaluates current production activities and make recommendations for improvements
• Periodically ensures that highly technical equipment meets required specifications and high quality standards
• Proposes cost reduction initiatives while maintaining high quality standards
• Contributes to product and process quality design testing methods
• Develops planning standards, methods, and procedures
• Plans workplaces considering ergonomics
• Stays current with product specifications, engineering technology and production processes
• Assist management in manpower distribution to achieve efficiency goals
• Provides guidance to team members to accomplish production goals
• Heavily involved in medium-scale projects from beginning to end.
• Participates in regularly scheduled team meetings
• Will perform other duties as assigned

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Industrial, Manufacturing, Mechanical, Electronics, Electrical Engineering or other relevant degree required*

3-5 years of relevant experience required, strongly preferring automotive, such as Body in White, Paint and Assembly.

*6 Years of relevant experience may be substituted for degree

Knowledge and Skills

• OEM Automotive Paint Shop Experience preferred.
• Experience and knowledge of manufacturing methods/procedures and process technology.
• Ability to present technical information a plus.
• Proven written and verbal communication at all levels within the organization with good negotiation skills.
• Able to anticipate needs and deliver timely, relevant solutions and actions.
• Knowledge of joining technologies such Mig/Mag, spot, and laser welding, and gluing a plus
• Experience in dimensional accuracy desired.
• Use of value stream mapping to identify opportunities for waste reduction is a plus.

Mercedes-Benz Vans, LLC (“MBV”) is a plant in Ladson, South Carolina that produces Sprinter vans for the U.S. and Canadian market under the brands Mercedes-Benz and Freightliner. The midsize Mercedes-Benz Metris vans are also reassembled at this location.

Mercedes-Benz Vans, LLC invested 500 million U.S. dollars in the construction of a new Sprinter production plant in addition to an expansion of the previous assembly operations. In September 2018, MBV officially opened its new plant, located next to existing operations in the North Charleston area. The MBV facility will provide up to 1,300 jobs by the end of the decade and is expected to create at least 600 additional jobs in the region through its suppliers.

More than 130,000 Sprinters have been assembled in North Charleston and delivered to destinations in the U.S. since 2006. The U.S. is now the second largest market for Sprinter vans, after Germany.

Mercedes-Benz Vans, LLC is committed to fostering an inclusive environment that appreciates and leverages the diversity of our team. We provide equal employment opportunity (EEO) to all qualified applicants and employees without regard to race, color, ethnicity, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation),age, national origin, religion, marital status, veteran status, physical or other disability, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law.

Organization

Mercedes Benz Vans LLC

Primary Location

United States of America-South Carolina-Charleston

Work Locations

8501 Palmetto Commerce Pkwy 8501 Palmetto Commerce Pkwy Charleston 29456