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Company

Louisiana-Pacific Corporation · 2 days ago

Sr Manufacturing Engineer - Paint Application

USA

Full-time

Remote

Senior Level, Lead/Staff

15+ years exp

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Responsibilities

Identify, develop, and lead implementation of new, and modifications to existing, paint process technologies to improve operational efficiency, product quality and cost.

Create, document and communicate technical specifications for coating production equipment. Work closely with internal stakeholders, technical contractors, paint suppliers and coating equipment suppliers to provide design requirements and oversee design, testing, installation and operational qualification and ongoing optimization and problem resolution

Develop and manage implementation strategies that minimize redundancy, emphasize standardization and maximize efficiency across all coating manufacturing equipment, including serving as on-site technical resource and SME for coating applications for business

Responsible for creating technical drawings and creating application systems library

Plan and manage benchmarking and other competitive research activities including investigation of new application technologies and enhancements; analyze and communicate results.

Develop and implement processes for measuring and improving transfer efficiency and yield

Assume responsibility for personal safety and for the safety performance of all personnel, projects, and programs managed

Ensure effective communications and coordination with all related departments

Perform all duties in accordance with safety rules and regulations

Perform other duties as necessary

Requires a flexible schedule

Qualification

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Industrial-scale paint deliveryCoating application technologyAutoCADStatistical analysisCoatings analysis toolsLean Six SigmaTechnical trainingBusiness acumenRegulatory standards familiarityProject management

Required

Minimum 15 years’ hands-on experience in industrial-scale paint delivery and application equipment design and optimization, preferably focused in wood products manufacturing and/or water-based coatings, or any equivalent combination of experience and training that demonstrates the ability to perform responsibilities of this position

Experience with AutoCAD

Expertise in general scientific practices, statistical analysis of data, lab-scale and manufacturing-scale coating application technology, equipment, process operating parameters and product attributes

Ability to gather and analyze data and develop conclusions and recommendations from that information in a production environment

Excellent written and oral communication skills; interpersonal skills, people development, team building, leadership skills, etc.

Demonstrated experience in coatings analysis tools to measure application process performance

Excellent business acumen and technical judgment

Familiarity with regulatory standard and environmental considerations related to coating application systems in industrial environments

Strong relationships with coating and coating delivery and application equipment suppliers

Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and manage multiple projects simultaneously

Knowledge of and understanding of professional and ethical responsibility

Skill in identifying, developing, and delivering technical training

Bachelor’s/Master’s degree in mechanical engineering, materials science or closely-related field

Preferred

Lean Six Sigma or similar certifications desired

Benefits

Health and welfare benefits

401(k) program

Career mobility

Tuition reimbursement

Volunteer opportunities

Profit sharing

Company

Louisiana-Pacific Corporation

As a proven leader in high performance building solutions, LP Building Solutions manufactures uniquely engineered, innovative building products that meet the demands and needs of the building industry.

Founded in 1972

Binghamton, New York, USA

1001-5000 employees