Paint Process Engineer

General Job Duties
 

• Responsible for coordinating new program launches, setting up and / or revising manufacturing processes and assisting manufacturing in continuous process improvements and problem solving.  Provides input on quotes for new programs for assigned area.  Develops, monitors and manages advance quality planning issues (FMEA Control Plans, Timing Charts, Flow Charts, ISIRs).

Specific Job Duties
 

• Sets up manufacturing processes and designs work stations, tools and fixtures that are ergonomically correct.
• Develops and changes Autocad drawings.
• Coordinates engineering changes, and assists manufacturing in continuous process improvement and trouble shooting problems with production processes and new program launches.
• Coordinates and tracks the launch of new programs in the assigned areas.
• Monitors VID’s and determines and implements any process improvements based on data collected.
• Coordinates ISIR submissions.
• Develops in-process gauge specifications.
• Develops data required to submit customer quotes for new business.
• Represents Nascote at assembly plants for problem evaluation / resolution and during program launches.
• Sets up and archives data. Develops and modifies database for charting.  Sets up specification data and limits for all assigned processes and performs ongoing maintenance of these specifications.
• Develops and / or reviews production procedures.
• Maintains an acceptable attendance record.
• Runs capability studies, monitors gauge and SPC data monthly.  Reviews and investigates NCN’s, Deviation Requests, QA Notices, etc. for recommendations and corrections.
• Documents, formats and presents information for 8-D’s, AFE’s, CIP’s, etc. to Management.
• Must be competent in and utilize AIAG "Core Tools"
• Reviews, interprets and summarizes statistical data.
• Maintains a clean and safe work area.
• Participates in department meetings.
• Completes documentation of activities as required.
• Submits cost reduction and Innovation ideas.
• Performs other tasks as assigned.

Skills/Experience Required
 

• Required - One year continuous work experience.
• Preferred - Two years engineering experience in an automotive parts manufacturer.
• Preferred - Experience demonstrating an understanding of advanced SPC principles and application, problem solving, troubleshooting and a working knowledge of AutoCad.
• Must have good problem solving skills.
• Must have good computer skills.
• Must work well with others.  Must have good communication skills – both verbal and written.
• Must have good SPC and math skills.
• Must have ability to read and interpret part prints.

Educational Requirements
 

• Required - B.S. degree in engineering discipline.