Paint Methods Engineer

OP Mobility•Chattanooga, TN

About The Position

OPmobility is seeking a motivated Manufacturing Process Engineer to support paint operations in a fast-paced manufacturing environment. The role focuses on new product launches, industrialization projects, process optimization, capacity planning, and continuous improvement. The successful candidate will work with cross-functional teams to help ensure manufacturing processes are efficient, standardized, and aligned with operational objectives. The engineer will provide support for new product introductions, help implement and optimize equipment and manufacturing systems, and contribute to facility and layout improvements. The role also includes capacity and workflow analysis, time studies, labor-standard development, documentation and standardized-work maintenance, and continuous improvement initiatives addressing safety, quality, cost, and delivery.

Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree in Engineering required; Industrial, Manufacturing, Mechanical, or a related field preferred.
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
  • Ability to manage multiple priorities in a dynamic environment.
  • Team-oriented, with excellent communication and collaboration skills.
  • Self-motivated, organized, and results-driven.
  • Demonstrated leadership potential and a disciplined approach to project execution.
  • Knowledge of time-study and work-measurement techniques.
  • Knowledge of manufacturing process analysis and optimization.
  • Knowledge of AutoCAD or similar layout/design software.
  • Understanding of manufacturing equipment, production flow, and continuous improvement methodologies.

Nice To Haves

  • Manufacturing-environment experience preferred.
  • Experience in automotive or high-volume manufacturing environments is a plus.
  • Knowledge of assembly and production processes preferred.

Responsibilities

  • Provide engineering support during new product launches to meet established timelines, budgets, and quality requirements.
  • Collaborate with production, quality, maintenance, and project teams on industrialization activities.
  • Develop and maintain manufacturing documentation and process standards.
  • Support installation, commissioning, and optimization of new equipment and manufacturing systems.
  • Participate in facility and layout improvement projects to enhance operational efficiency.
  • Ensure projects comply with safety, quality, and operational requirements.
  • Perform capacity analysis and identify process-optimization opportunities.
  • Conduct time studies and establish labor standards to support productivity improvements.
  • Create and maintain plant layouts, workflow analyses, and manufacturing process documentation.
  • Develop and update standardized work instructions and support their effective deployment.
  • Support continuous improvement initiatives focused on safety, quality, cost, and delivery performance.
  • Anticipate equipment and process modifications required to meet production demands.
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