Paint Shop Process Engineer: Wax & Ecoating Innovator

Mercedes-Benz Group AG; Vance (AL); On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Mercedes-Benz Group AG in Alabama seeks a Production/Process Engineer to support shop operations and improve process capability in line with the Mercedes Production System (MPS).

Responsibilities include monitoring process quality, troubleshooting Wax/AFA/SKW/VIN, leading cross-functional problem solving, and coordinating TPM checks and data reviews daily. You will drive continuous improvement and ensure safe, efficient production.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Environmental Engineering/Science, or related area.
• Co-Op/internship and/or up to 2 years' professional experience in chemical engineering, pretreatment and ecoating systems.
• Very strong problem solving skills in a cross-functional team environment
• Knowledge of Wax/ AFA/ SKW/ VIN process

Responsibilities

• Monitor process quality and troubleshoot Wax, AFA, SKW, and VIN processes.
• Coordinate TPM checks, iPortal and data reviews daily.
• Lead cross-functional problem-solving meetings and implement countermeasures.
• Participate in safety trainings and ensure safe work practices.
• Plan and support product/process changes and coordinate production trials.

Skills

Problem solving

Cross-functional teamwork

Education

Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Environmental Engineering/Science, or related area

Job description

Mercedes-Benz Group AG in Alabama seeks a Production/Process Engineer to support shop operations and improve process capability in line with the Mercedes Production System (MPS).

Responsibilities include monitoring process quality, troubleshooting Wax/AFA/SKW/VIN, leading cross-functional problem solving, and coordinating TPM checks and data reviews daily. You will drive continuous improvement and ensure safe, efficient production.