• Bachelor’s degree in Manufacturing Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Materials Engineering, or a related technical field preferred.
• Minimum 8 years of manufacturing engineering experience, including paint, coatings, surface finishing, manufacturing launch activities, or related areas.
• Strong knowledge of paint processes, masking systems, tooling, fixtures, labor planning, and quality systems.
• Experience supporting new product introductions, including Design for Manufacturing reviews, pilot builds, validation activities, and production launches.
• Demonstrated project management experience and ability to lead cross-functional initiatives without direct authority.
• Strong analytical, organizational, problem-solving, written, verbal, presentation, and interpersonal communication skills, with a continuous improvement mindset.
• Proficiency with 3D CAD software, including SolidWorks or Creo, AutoCAD, and Microsoft Office applications, including Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, Teams, Power BI, OneNote, and Microsoft Project.
• MBA, project management certification, Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, PMP certification, or similar credentials preferred.
• Fluency in English required; Spanish language proficiency preferred.
• Availability to support ramp-up activities and occasional non-standard hours or shifts, with the ability to work in manufacturing environments and comply with applicable safety, personal protective equipment, and environmental requirements.
• Ability to travel up to 25%, including travel to suppliers and manufacturing facilities.
• This position is not eligible for sponsorship.