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Cabinetworks Group · 3 weeks ago

Manufacturing Process Engineer – Finishing & Coating

Waconia, MN

Full-time

Onsite

Senior Level, Lead/Staff

$80K/yr - $80K/yr

8+ years exp

Cabinetworks Group is seeking a Technical Process Engineer to oversee and optimize the Finishing & Coating process. The role involves ensuring high-quality finishes, meeting customer specifications, and implementing process improvements while collaborating with production and quality control teams.

Building MaterialHome DecorManufacturing

H1B Sponsor Likely

Hiring Manager

Suzanne Karrick

Responsibilities

Develop, implement, and continuously improve the painting/coating processes for cabinets, ensuring efficiency, consistency, and quality across all production runs. Identify and lead projects, and project teams, to resolve manufacturing issues to meet business goals and objectives

Ensure that products meet the highest standards for finish quality, including color consistency, smoothness, durability, and resistance to wear. Inspect finished products for defects such as uneven coats, drips, or scratches

Quickly identify and address any issues in the painting process, such as paint adhesion problems, uneven application, or drying/curing issues. Provide solutions to reduce defects and maintain production schedules

Document all painting processes, materials, and quality control procedures. Maintain records of paint batch approvals, test results, and any changes to standard operating procedures (SOPs)

Provide training to production staff on proper painting techniques, equipment usage, and safety procedures. Encourage continuous learning and knowledge sharing within the team

Develop, and/or support the specification and installation of capital equipment

Provide daily shop floor support in the areas of machine operation, set-up, troubleshooting, safety, process improvements and ergonomics

Actively promote and participate in the continuous improvement program, lean manufacturing, and Six Sigma process

Ability to travel up to 10% including international

Qualification

FinishingCoating ProcessesProcess OptimizationQuality Control MethodsSurface PreparationCoating Systems KnowledgeLean ManufacturingPainting Equipment FamiliarityMicrosoft Office SuiteSix SigmaTrainingDevelopmentProblem Solving

Required

Bachelor's degree in Industrial Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Chemical Engineering; or a related technical field or equivalent experience in a similar role

8-10 years engineering experience in a technical role related to finishing and painting processes in a high volume, fast paced manufacturing environment

Expertise in surface preparation, application techniques, and curing methods for cabinet finishes

Strong knowledge of coating systems, including solvent-based, water-based, and powder coatings

Proficiency in process optimization and quality control methods

Familiarity with painting equipment and technology, including spray booths, HVLP (High Volume Low Pressure) sprayers, and automated painting systems

Intermediate proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite

Lean Manufacturing knowledge

Exposure to systems controls such as ISO 140001

Preferred

Preference will be given to candidates who currently reside in or near the Waconia, MN area

Company

Cabinetworks Group

Cabinetworks Group is the independently owned manufacturer and distributor of kitchen and bath cabinets in the United States.

Founded in 2020

Ann Arbor, Michigan, USA

5001-10000 employees

http://www.cabinetworksgroup.com

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