Paint Engineering Tech

CSP (Teijin Automotive Technologies)•North Baltimore, OH

2d•Onsite

About The Position

CSP is the industry leader in the formulation and molding of lightweight, advanced composite components for the transportation industries. As an innovative, full-service Tier One supplier, we offer an entrepreneurial environment where you’re only limited by your own imagination. In addition to our team-focused environment, we provide industry-leading benefits, called BENEfits4U. Our comprehensive offering includes: affordable medical, dental, and vision care; flexible spending accounts; life insurance; 401k with company match and much, much more. Job Description Essential Job Functions: Improve the design, robustness, and process control of paint department operations Lead and support equipment, automation, and control panel upgrades within the paint area Integrate conveyor control systems with paint robots and related automation Improve data acquisition systems to enhance production reporting, downtime tracking, and performance metrics Implement safety device upgrades and logic changes to support zone safety systems and regulatory compliance Upgrade networking and communications infrastructure to improve system reliability and reduce downtime Develop, modify, and optimize Modicon and Allen-Bradley PLC logic to increase equipment uptime and throughput Implement cost-reduction and efficiency improvements for both new and existing equipment and processes Provide technical support to Production, Maintenance, and Engineering teams for continuous improvement initiatives Support troubleshooting of paint equipment, automation, and control systems to minimize production interruptions Participate in capital projects, equipment installations, and process launches as needed Ensure changes comply with safety, quality, and environmental standards Qualifications: Working knowledge of paint department processes and principles preferred General understanding of production control and scheduling systems Strong analytical, troubleshooting, and problem-solving skills Ability to read and interpret blueprints, schematics, and electrical drawings Working knowledge of statistical analysis and process capability concepts Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, with strong Excel skills (Access a plus) Allen-Bradley PLC experience required Strong knowledge of PLC programming, networking, and industrial communications Ability to manage multiple projects, priorities, and deadlines in a fast-paced environment Effective written and verbal communication skills across all organizational levels Knowledge of ISO 14001 and IATF 16949 (TS 16949) requirements Strong organizational and time management skills Working knowledge of Lean Manufacturing principles Basic understanding of paint application processes Education: Bachelor of Science degree in Engineering or a related technical field, or equivalent combination of education and experience Minimum of five (5) years of engineering or controls experience in a manufacturing environment Automotive or Tier 1 supplier experience strongly preferred Physical Requirements: Manufacturing plant environment with exposure to noise, moving equipment, and industrial processes Ability to stand, walk, bend, and climb stairs or ladders as required Occasional lifting of up to 25 pounds Ability to work extended hours, weekends, or off shifts as required to support production and project needs. Use of appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) required If you enjoy innovation, and an opportunity to learn and contribute to a growing organization, CSP is the place for you! Being a CSP employee means having the opportunity to see your impact every day. Our work experience is the combination of everything that’s unique about our culture, our core values, our commitment to your success, and most importantly, our people. We are a team of self-disciplined, hardworking, curious, trustworthy and humble people who make choices according to what is best for the team. We live to collaborate and make a difference.

Requirements

Working knowledge of paint department processes and principles preferred
General understanding of production control and scheduling systems
Strong analytical, troubleshooting, and problem-solving skills
Ability to read and interpret blueprints, schematics, and electrical drawings
Working knowledge of statistical analysis and process capability concepts
Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, with strong Excel skills (Access a plus)
Allen-Bradley PLC experience required
Strong knowledge of PLC programming, networking, and industrial communications
Ability to manage multiple projects, priorities, and deadlines in a fast-paced environment
Effective written and verbal communication skills across all organizational levels
Knowledge of ISO 14001 and IATF 16949 (TS 16949) requirements
Strong organizational and time management skills
Working knowledge of Lean Manufacturing principles
Basic understanding of paint application processes
Bachelor of Science degree in Engineering or a related technical field, or equivalent combination of education and experience
Minimum of five (5) years of engineering or controls experience in a manufacturing environment
Manufacturing plant environment with exposure to noise, moving equipment, and industrial processes
Ability to stand, walk, bend, and climb stairs or ladders as required
Occasional lifting of up to 25 pounds
Ability to work extended hours, weekends, or off shifts as required to support production and project needs
Use of appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) required

Nice To Haves

Automotive or Tier 1 supplier experience strongly preferred

Responsibilities

Improve the design, robustness, and process control of paint department operations
Lead and support equipment, automation, and control panel upgrades within the paint area
Integrate conveyor control systems with paint robots and related automation
Improve data acquisition systems to enhance production reporting, downtime tracking, and performance metrics
Implement safety device upgrades and logic changes to support zone safety systems and regulatory compliance
Upgrade networking and communications infrastructure to improve system reliability and reduce downtime
Develop, modify, and optimize Modicon and Allen-Bradley PLC logic to increase equipment uptime and throughput
Implement cost-reduction and efficiency improvements for both new and existing equipment and processes
Provide technical support to Production, Maintenance, and Engineering teams for continuous improvement initiatives
Support troubleshooting of paint equipment, automation, and control systems to minimize production interruptions
Participate in capital projects, equipment installations, and process launches as needed
Ensure changes comply with safety, quality, and environmental standards