Process Engineer

Universal Logistics Holdings, Inc.; Mertztown (PA); On-site; USD 75,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading automotive manufacturing company seeks a Paint Shop Process Engineer to oversee and improve operations within the Paint shop. The role requires managing key stakeholder interfaces, overseeing safety and quality protocols, and driving continuous improvements. Candidates should possess a strong engineering background and leadership skills to foster a teamwork-driven environment in support of high-quality production.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Chemical Engineering or similar experience required.
• Strong working knowledge in Automotive and Paint processes needed.
• Ability to lead and mentor diverse teams necessary.

Responsibilities

• Monitor and maintain all processes in the Paint Shop.
• Oversee production schedules and process flows.
• Lead change management initiatives in the center.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Leadership skills

Problem solving

Analytical skills

Six Sigma methodology

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Chemical Engineering

Advanced degree in a technical field

Tools

Microsoft Office

Microsoft Suite

Job description

Get AI-powered advice on this job and more exclusive features.

Universal Logistics Holdings, Inc. provided pay range

This range is provided by Universal Logistics Holdings, Inc.. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more.

Base pay range

$75,000.00/yr - $85,000.00/yr

Direct message the job poster from Universal Logistics Holdings, Inc.

Westport Axle is a leading single-source logistics provider that offers a broad scope of services throughout the entire supply chain. Universal's experienced management team, with its state-of-the-art technology, provides customized logistics solutions to its customers resulting in proven efficiencies and savings.

Job Purpose

The Paint Shop Process Engineer is primarily responsible for leading and maintaining all paint processes. This position will report directly to Quality Manager. The Process Engineer will drive a culture and processes that promote continuous improvement in safety, quality, cost and delivery and morale. This position will work with senior management in the plant to maximize overall quality and efficiency through involvement of the workforce. This role will support, multi-shift operation, managing the Paint processes. The Process Engineer manage and lead the interface and collaboration of key stakeholders in the operations center such as Manufacturing Engineering, Quality, Maintenance, Production, Materials Logistics. The ideal candidate will not only bring technical functional depth and credibility but must also possess the requisite traits and business acumen to interface with the Paint Shop teams develop, communicate, lead, and motivate their paint shop operations team. In addition, Process Engineer will lead change management initiatives in the center.

*This is a 2nd shift working Monday-Friday from 2:30pm-11:00pm*

Responsibilities

• Monitor and maintain all processes in the Paint Shop, including chemical management, maintenance of laboratory equipment and regulatory systems.
• Monitor and maintain paint circulation system in the Paint shop, including chemistry/chemical management.
• Monitor and maintain Paint systems, including all application and test methods.
• Supports all aspects of production processes including safety, quality, delivery, cost, and morale and drive successful implementation of processes and standards.
• Oversee and coordinate production schedules, engineering specifications, process flows, and other information to understand methods that are applied and activities that take place in the Paint Circulation System and Mix Room.
• Troubleshoot issues to find the root cause and place effective countermeasures in place to prevent reoccurrence.
• Establishes, coordinates and directs process improvement initiatives to meet plant saving targets
• Create standard work for all operations.
• Assist with the integration of new product launches and processes.
• Work with vendors to drive down costs while maintaining high levels of quality.
• Coordinate project plans with maintenance and engineering organizations.
• Utilizes operational data to make informed decisions daily.
• Capable of recognizing opportunities for improvement and cost savings
• Lead the elimination of waste in all aspects of the business.
• Teach, cultivate, and promote teamwork and problem solving in a positive, proactive work environment.

Required Experience

• Bachelor’s Degree in Chemical Engineering or similar experience.
• Ability to work any shift and overtime as required.
• Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to interface with various levels of employees within all areas of the Plant from hourly represented employees to Senior Leadership as required.
• Maintain strict adherence to all paint processes and specifications and audit processes.
• Ability to build effective business relationships with plant leadership and customers.
• Ability to effectively lead a diverse workforce, teach, coach and mentor employees to go above and beyond required operational and business objectives.
• Must have a strong working knowledge of Automotive, Paint, Production, Processes.
• Strong knowledge of continuous improvement systems.
• Knowledge of other process systems, quality systems, throughput, standardization, and product/process launch.
• Ability to manage and coordinate complex projects while maintaining simplistic communications to others.
• Must have a good working knowledge of Microsoft Office.

Preferred Experience

• Advanced degree in a technical field, preferably Chemical Engineering.
• Previous experience working in an automotive manufacturing environment.
• Strong problem solving and analytical skills, Six Sigma methodology.
• Maintenance or any technical related experience.
• Good working knowledge of Microsoft Suite.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Entry level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Industries

  Motor Vehicle Manufacturing

Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at Universal Logistics Holdings, Inc. by 2x

Sign in to set job alerts for “Process Engineer” roles.

Easton, PA $85,000.00-$95,000.00 1 week ago

Reading, PA $75,600.00-$94,500.00 1 week ago

Easton, PA $100,000.00-$125,000.00 1 week ago

Allentown, PA $80,000.00-$107,000.00 2 weeks ago

Senior Industrial Manufacturing Engineer

Allentown, PA $92,000.00-$151,800.00 3 months ago

Project Supply Chain Engineer 2025 - Lehigh Valley, PA

Electrical Engineer (Production Support)

Bethlehem, PA $70,000.00-$95,000.00 2 weeks ago

Manufacturing Tooling & Equipment Engineer

We’re unlocking community knowledge in a new way. Experts add insights directly into each article, started with the help of AI.