This role in summary Whirlpool is currently seeking qualified candidates for a Senior Paint Process Engineer opening to join our KitchenAid organization at Greenville, Ohio Manufacturing. This is an onsite role. You will serve as a project leader and technical resource in the development and application of production systems across a variety of paint processes. You will be responsible for cost and quality improvements and supporting daily operations to achieve division goals.Your responsibilities will include
Identify, analyze and solve manufacturing process issues and equipment related problems to continuously improve Business KPIs results for Safety, Quality, Delivery, Cost, and People.
Drive paint process improvements through the use of lean manufacturing concepts and tools.
Provide technical support to technicians and work teams and serve as technical resource for the department.
Support the D2D operations
Scope, order and assure proper implementation of new processes & equipment;
Determine root cause of problems and implement corrective & preventive actions utilizing methods from lean manufacturing and Six Sigma.
Direct cross functional process improvement projects with the assistance of team members from all aspects of the division.
Analyze, evaluate and document standards according to quality system requirements such as Standard operating procedures, Control Plans, and FMEAs
Provide a critical link between the department and other process partners such as product design, assembly, paint, maintenance, safety, quality, etc.
Initiate problem solving and conduct root cause analysis working with the team.
Implement cost saving projects and special assignments as required
Minimum requirements
Bachelor’s Degree in Chemical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering or Industrial Engineering
3+ years of Manufacturing experience in an Engineering role (such as a Quality Engineer, Process Engineer or Production Engineer)
1+ years of experience as a Paint Engineer
Preferred skills and experiences
Powder coating experience
Strong knowledge of lean principles and the ability to apply them in order to establish and/or improve processes
Working knowledge of GD&T (geometric dimensioning and tolerancing)
Outstanding interpersonal skills, with the specific ability to act as a team leader and interact at all layers within the organization
Strong mechanical knowledge
Excellent planning, project management and leadership skills
Strong communication, presentation and facilitation skills
Experience in a manufacturing related environment with a good understanding of plant operations
Solid decision-making and judgment skills
Resourcefulness in accomplishing objectives and completing tasks
Controls and robotics experience
Proven problem solving skills - Knowledge of Six Sigma methodologies
