Paint Process Engineer

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Piedmont, SC
Hybrid
70K-95K Annually
Automotive • Hardware • Robotics • Software • Transportation • Manufacturing
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The Role
What we offer:
At Magna, you can expect an engaging and dynamic environment where you can help to develop industry-leading automotive technologies. We invest in our employees, providing them with the support and resources they need to succeed. As a member of our global team, you can expect exciting, varied responsibilities as well as a wide range of development prospects. Because we believe that your career path should be as unique as you are.
Group Summary:
Cosma provides a comprehensive range of body, chassis and engineering solutions to global customers. Through our robust product engineering, outstanding tooling capabilities and diverse process expertise, we continue to bring lightweight and innovative products to market.
Job Responsibilities:
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS OF THE POSITIONS:
  • Lead engineering changes as per Drive procedure - on time / within budget / within procedure / proper documentation that can easily pass any required audits - total coordination.
  • APQP and FMEA lead for engineering changes.
  • Lead monthly RPN reduction meetings based upon high RPN values, customer concerns, high scrap rates and other concerns.
  • Ensure feasibility studies and team review is completed as per engineering procedures.
  • Weekly engineering change meeting attendance.
  • Support cost down/lean/continuous improvement activities as defined by Engineering Manager and partner production teams
  • Work closely with sales, accounting, and purchasing departments, Tier 2 suppliers, and tooling vendors to ensure commercial needs are met in conjunction with engineering changes.
  • Responsible to update FMEAs, work instructions, TPM instructions and in general any controlled document required for production to run the process.
  • Corrective action team member.
  • Weekly meet and greet with partner production teams / leads to ensure they feel supported properly by engineering
  • Perform other duties as required.

POSITION REQUIREMENTS
PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
  • Office environment: 80% sitting/standing at desk; 20% walking
  • Lifting as required up to 20 lbs.

EDUCATION:
  • Bachelor's Degree in a technical related discipline or 10 years related automotive experience with sound understanding of BIW build fit & function.

WORK EXPERIENCE / TECHNICAL TRAINING:
  • Must have an understanding in the following areas: painting (E-coat, powder and PVC) Class A metal surfaces, prior stamping and/or automation experience a huge plus.
  • Strong computer skills including Microsoft Outlook, Excel, Power Point, Project, Word.
  • Strong interpersonal and organizational skills.
  • Strong leadership skills

WHY WORK HERE?
  • Health Insurance (includes telemedicine, FSA, HSA, and other benefits)
  • Dental Insurance
  • Vision Insurance
  • 401(k) with match
  • Employee Profit Sharing Plan
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Tuition Reimbursement
  • Referral Program - Up to $1,000 per hired referral
  • Onsite cafeteria with multiple fresh-cooked options and salad bar, and fully stocked breakrooms throughout plant
  • Annual events (Summer cookout, Christmas party, etc.)
  • Onsite Nurses' office
  • Onsite Mother's room

Pay range: $70,000 - $95,000 annual
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Awareness, Unity, Empowerment:
At Magna, we believe that a diverse workforce is critical to our success. That's why we are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We hire on the basis of experience and qualifications, and in consideration of job requirements, regardless of, in particular, color, ancestry, religion, gender, origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability or gender identity. Magna takes the privacy of your personal information seriously. We discourage you from sending applications via email or traditional mail to comply with GDPR requirements and your local Data Privacy Law.
Worker Type:
Regular / Permanent
Group:
Cosma International

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