Robotic Paint Operations Lead – Startup Facility

Ashton North LLC

McDonough (GA)

On-site

USD 75,000 - 95,000

Full time

5 days ago

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Job summary

Ashton North LLC in McDonough, GA is seeking a Paint Assistant Manager to help startup and run a new manufacturing facility on first and second shifts, ensuring painting objectives are met. You will lead hands-on robotic painting operations, program robots, optimize processes, troubleshoot issues, and mentor painters to maintain appearance, color, gloss, adhesion and finish consistency.

Experience with robotic painting systems (preferably Yaskawa), process improvement, and cross‑functional

Qualifications

Hands-on experience with automated robotic painting systems and robot teaching/path programming.
Strong knowledge of industrial paint application, spray equipment, and fluid delivery systems.
Experience troubleshooting paint defects and adjusting application/curing parameters.
Ability to lead and coordinate production activities in a manufacturing setting.
Excellent problem-solving, organization, and communication skills.

Responsibilities

Oversee daily painting operations across first and second shifts.
Provide technical guidance to paint technicians and production personnel.
Support startup activities, equipment commissioning, and SOP development.
Coordinate production activities and staffing to maintain efficiency.
Monitor performance and drive productivity, quality, and equipment reliability.
Oversee operation, programming, and troubleshooting of robotic painting systems.
Perform robot teaching and 3D offline programming to ensure coverage and film thickness.
Monitor process parameters like viscosity, temperature, humidity, airflow, booth pressure, flash times, and curing conditions.
Troubleshoot robotic equipment to minimize downtime.
Collaborate with maintenance and engineering on improvements.
Ensure color, gloss, adhesion, finish consistency, and defect reduction.