Paint CoC Topcoat Specialist

We're ALTEN Technology USA, an engineering company that provides solutions for engineering, technology, and product development projects. For decades, we've been helping our clients develop products that are changing the world, whether that's by shaping the future of space exploration, saving lives with medical devices that set a new standard of care, or creating the fully autonomous electric taxi of tomorrow. Our team of more than 600 people works across industries including aerospace, medical devices and life sciences, unmanned systems and robotics, automotive OEM and tier 1 suppliers, commercial vehicle, electric vehicles, rail, and more. Our offices across the US have different industry focuses and engage with our clients in different ways, ranging from working on-site at client facilities to performing product development at our delivery centers.

ALTEN Group, our parent company, has been a leader in engineering and information technology for more than 30 years. ALTEN Group operates in 30 countries across Europe, North America, Asia, Africa and the Middle East and employs more than 36,000 people, 88% of whom are engineers. The company covers the whole development cycle and offers a choice of service levels, from technology consulting to complete project outsourcing.

When you join ALTEN Technology USA, you join a group of people passionate about collaborating to solve some of the world's most technical engineering challenges. Our success is tied to taking care of our employees by building relationships and providing opportunities for mentorship and career growth. We offer comprehensive benefits for all full-time employees, including medical, dental, and vision insurance; a 401(k) plan with employer matching; paid time off (PTO); paid parental leave; and mentorship to help you take your career to the next level. You don't have to take our word for it that we are a great place to work-we were named on the 2023 Top Workplaces list thanks to feedback from our proud employees.

Job Description;

The Paint Topcoat CoC Lead is the corporate lead for the Topcoat CoC team. The CoC team consists of specialists from Paint Process Engineering and the representative for each assembly plant paint shop.

The Topcoat CoC Lead will:

• Coordinate and guide new Topcoat development to assure process capability and follow the introduction of new materials into the plants.
• Support new processes and methods to improve efficiencies and quality.
• Provide technical support to plants on Topcoat material/process issues and are responsible for technical updates for paint standard operating procedures.
• Lead regular meetings with the plant CoC representatives to share best practices and review KPI/KAI information.
• The Specialist will work with other members of the Process Engineering Group on projects involving the implementation of paint application process solutions at end-user facilities.
• Demonstrate the ability to record and interpret paint quality data such as film builds, defects, and color/quality.
• Provide technical expertise and assurance providing recommendations for application process equipment improvements to enhance performance to reduce cost of the system at various Customer paint shops providing feedback and suggestions for improvements.
• Work with advanced process engineering support and solutions for difficult paint colors, applications issues and new paint technology like compact process

Production support

• Track and record process related issues and identify reoccurring themes
• Develop plans and strategies to resolve reoccurring production issues
• Provide technical expertise to Process Improvement Manager, engineers, and paint suppliers (3% first time quality improvement/yr)
• Generation and implementation of ideas which contribute to vehicle quality improvement, cost reduction
• Reduction in Total Production Cost (TPC) - $3M/yr

Launch support

• Identify high risk PFMEA's for new processes and carryover product modifications
• Provide leadership in design and engineering reviews. Ensure paint principles are integrated into design and engineering decisions.
• Coordination with Suppliers, Manufacturing Plants, Design Engineers and Purchasing to achieve company KPI's (Quality, Cost, Schedule)
• Ensure master Process Timing Schedule for assigned Programs.
• Oversee engineering activities regarding plant launches.
• Oversee and coordinate suppliers/color vendors.

Requirements;

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering.
• 3+ years of experience in paint manufacturing processes
• Preferred - 5+ years of experience in paint manufacturing processes.
• Knowledge and/or experience in Paint materials and Paint process
• Preferred - 5+ years of automotive OEM paint and/or paint shop sealer experience
• Experience in process and facility auditing
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Strong presentation skills
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Word, Excel and PowerPoint
• Knowledge of PFMEA, Knowledge of World Class Manufacturing / Technology and Focused Problem Solving would be beneficial

ALTEN Technology is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Our Policy is to extend opportunities to qualified applicants and employees on an equal basis regardless of an individual's age, race, color, sex, religion, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression or veteran status.

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