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Paint Process Specialist

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Job Overview

Lakeland Monroe Group stands as a premier provider of decorative, precision, and functional plastics tailored for the Automotive Sector. Our commitment lies in addressing your manufacturing challenges effectively. With over three decades of industry expertise, we aim to surpass our customers' expectations consistently.

This is an exciting opportunity to be part of Lakeland Monroe Group.

To realize our vision of becoming a world-class organization, we seek individuals who are dedicated to fostering a safer, more collaborative, and efficient work environment. We are in a phase of expansion, acquiring new facilities, welcoming new clients, and embracing growth.

Why Choose Us

Our culture emphasizes teamwork, where diverse perspectives are valued, allowing you to contribute to your maximum potential as you advance in your career.

Position Summary:

The primary responsibility of our paint technician is to mentor painters, provide ongoing feedback regarding product quality and production rates, collaborate with painters and mask washers to resolve masking issues, and maintain regular communication with the Production Supervisor regarding all operational matters.

This position operates on the 2nd Shift.

Supervisory Duties:

  • Prepare and submit an End of Shift Report (written or via email) detailing daily production runs to the Production Supervisor.
  • Notify the Production Supervisor of any downtime occurring after 15 minutes.
  • Document all factors that hindered production from achieving Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) or daily scheduled goals in the End of Shift Report.
  • Engage in discussions at the Schedule Board with the Production Supervisor to relay the day's events and outline goals and concerns for the following day.
  • Provide weekly updates on action plans concerning rate improvements, material usage, and first-time yields versus quoted improvements.
  • Ensure all necessary paperwork is completed accurately and submitted to the appropriate personnel.
  • Verify that all paint is labeled with APPROVED stickers and that all cut paint documentation is filled out correctly and thoroughly.
  • Oversee that all required maintenance is performed and documented, maximizing uptime.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Maintain uptime across all scheduled production lines.
  • Maintain a continuous presence on the production floor in the Paint Area (observing, listening, training, guiding, mentoring, supervising).
  • Achieve a noticeable improvement in daily production effectiveness, including:
  1. Material Usage
  2. First-time yield
  3. Quoted Production Per Hour (PPH)
  4. Overall line effectiveness
Ensure thorough preparation for the next day's production (including paint, equipment, and any other necessary items).Limit time spent in the Inspection and Load Areas unless assisting the Supervisor or answering questions.Engage in problem-solving using specific tools to identify issues and achieve measurable results.

Required Skills and Abilities:

  • Strong communication skills
  • Effective coaching abilities
  • Team collaboration skills
  • Project management capabilities
  • Proficient computer skills
  • Continuous improvement mindset
  • Writing proficiency
  • Business analysis skills
  • Resource management expertise

Education and Experience:

  • A high school diploma or GED is required.
  • Experience in manual painting is advantageous but not mandatory.
  • Ability to consistently meet or exceed established productivity and quality standards.

Physical Requirements:

The physical demands outlined here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this role. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

While executing the duties of this position, the employee is regularly required to sit and use hands to manipulate, handle, or feel. The employee frequently needs to reach with hands and arms and communicate verbally. Occasionally, the employee must stand and walk. The employee may need to lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required for this role include close vision, color vision, and the ability to adjust focus.