Job Description 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 a Paint Process Engineer to 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.

DNUS is committed to encouraging diversity and inclusion in the workplace. DNUS will not discriminate based on any protected class in it's hiring/onboarding/employment practices. Reasonable accommodations can be requested and will be considered as it relates to the essential functions of this job.

About DNUS, Inc.:

Daikyo Corporation was established in 1953 in Fuchu-cho, Aki-gun, Hiroshima-ken Japan. As a manufacturer of plastic products for automotive, machinery, electric appliance, vessels, and general household purposes. Today, DaikyoNishikawa (DNUS) Inc. established its first venture in the United States in 2019, primarily serving Mazda and Toyota automotive industry. DNUS, Inc. is a high-end technology and quality-driven automotive company. It is the policy of DNUS, Inc. to provide full and equal employment opportunities to all employees and potential employees without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, veteran status, age, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, genetic information, physical or mental disability or any other legally protected status.

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