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Manufacturing Engineer - Paint Operations

Irapuato, Guanajuato | Full-Time

Join SSW Advanced Technologies and Help Drive Manufacturing Excellence

At SSW Advanced Technologies, we are expanding our Manufacturing Engineering organization in Mexico and seeking a Manufacturing Engineer - Paint Operations to support our finishing processes, continuous improvement initiatives, and new product introductions at our Irapuato facility.

This position will play a critical role in optimizing paint operations, improving product quality, increasing manufacturing efficiency, and supporting future engineering growth initiatives across North America.

The People and Expertise Behind Your Perfect Products.

Position Summary

The Manufacturing Engineer - Paint Operations is responsible for the development, implementation, optimization, and ongoing support of paint and finishing processes. This role provides technical leadership to production teams, supports new product launches, drives continuous improvement projects, and ensures compliance with quality, safety, and environmental standards.

The successful candidate will combine strong engineering fundamentals with hands-on manufacturing experience to deliver sustainable improvements in safety, quality, productivity, and cost.

Key Responsibilities

Paint Process Engineering

• Develop, implement, and optimize paint application processes and operating parameters.
• Support paint preparation, pretreatment, coating, curing, and finishing operations.
• Monitor process performance and identify opportunities to improve quality, throughput, and efficiency.
• Analyze paint defects and implement corrective actions using root cause analysis methodologies.
• Establish and maintain process standards and operating documentation.

Manufacturing Support

• Provide day-to-day engineering support to paint operations and production teams.
• Troubleshoot equipment, process, and quality issues affecting manufacturing performance.
• Document standard work instructions, process parameters, and operational best practices.
• Support production teams in achieving safety, quality, delivery, and productivity objectives.

New Product Introduction

• Lead manufacturing activities related to new product launches within paint operations.
• Review customer specifications, drawings, and finish requirements.
• Coordinate production trials, pilot runs, and validation activities.
• Train production personnel on new processes and quality requirements.

Continuous Improvement

• Drive Lean Manufacturing initiatives focused on waste reduction and process optimization.
• Conduct time studies, process flow analysis, and capacity evaluations.
• Lead productivity improvement, cost reduction, and efficiency enhancement projects.
• Implement Kaizen, SMED, Poka-Yoke, and other continuous improvement methodologies.

Quality, Safety & Environmental Compliance

• Ensure compliance with customer requirements and internal quality standards.
• Support PFMEA, Control Plans, SPC, and problem-solving activities.
• Participate in internal and external audits as required.
• Exercise stop-work authority when unsafe conditions, environmental risks, or product quality concerns are identified.
• Support the continuous improvement of the Integrated Management System.

Required Qualifications

Education

Bachelor's Degree in:

• Industrial Engineering
• Mechanical Engineering
• Manufacturing Engineering
• Chemical Engineering
• Materials Engineering
• Or a related technical discipline

Experience

• Minimum 3 years of experience in Manufacturing Engineering or Process Engineering.
• Experience supporting industrial paint, finishing, coating, powder coating, or surface treatment operations.
• Experience implementing manufacturing process improvements in a production environment.
• Experience supporting new product launches and process validation activities.
• Experience conducting time studies and workflow optimization projects.

Technical Knowledge

Preferred experience with:

• Powder Coating Processes
• Liquid Paint Systems
• Surface Preparation and Pretreatment
• Industrial Finishing Operations
• Process Validation
• Lean Manufacturing
• Six Sigma Methodologies
• Statistical Process Control (SPC)
• Root Cause Analysis
• 8D Problem Solving
• Time and Motion Studies
• Process Documentation
• Interpretation of Engineering Drawings
• APQP, PPAP, PFMEA, and Control Plans

Software Skills

• Microsoft Office Suite
• Advanced Microsoft Excel
• AutoCAD (preferred)
• ERP Systems (preferred)

Language Requirements

• Spanish
• Advanced English preferred

Success Factors

The ideal candidate will demonstrate:

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Effective communication and collaboration abilities
• Project management and organizational skills
• Strong attention to detail
• Results-oriented mindset
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced manufacturing environment
• Commitment to safety, quality, and continuous improvement

Why SSW Advanced Technologies?

• Be part of a growing engineering organization in Mexico.
• Influence key manufacturing and process improvement initiatives.
• Work alongside cross-functional teams across operations, engineering, and quality.
• Support strategic growth projects within a global manufacturing environment.
• Build a rewarding career with a company focused on innovation, teamwork, and continuous improvement.

Ready to Make an Impact?

Apply today and help shape the future of manufacturing at SSW Advanced Technologies.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: $40,000.00 - $45,000.00 per month

Application Question(s):

• What are your monthly gross salary expectations (MXN)?

Education:

• Bachelor's (Required)

Experience:

• paint, coating, or finishing operations: 1 year (Required)

Language:

• English (Required)

Work Location: In person