Engineer Paint Process

Key missions of the position:

• Responsible for driving & executing process engineering KPIs for paint shop SFU (Small factory unit)
• Responsible for Production Capacity Enhancement to meet the customer demand.
• Collaborate with Production team on day-to-day basis to assess & improve the existing processes.
• Establishment of process for new products and process documents like process data sheet (PDS), operation data sheet (ODS), Assembly instructions sweet (AIS), PFMEA etc.,
• New product Paint development for manufacturing production line should be established along with new process transfer, assembly and testing validation approval from Global process experts.

Responsibilities

• Execution of process engineering deliverables along with manufacturing team.
• Responsible for continuously improving the painting process in
  • Selection of paint.
  • Surface preparation processes (Shot blasting, Grit blasting)
  • Painting pre preparation process.
  • Painting.
  • Inspection /Validation of the painting
  • Post Painting process (Flash off + Curing)
  • Jigging & Fixturing for the parts.
  • Masking of parts.
  • Paint mixing & Preparation processes.
• Thorough knowledge on the painting standards.
• Qualification of the special process transfer (PCR Process
• Establishment of new facility equipment’s and handover to production.
• To respond the QRQC issues in SFU.
• Improve the capacity of the painting process through continual improvements
• Budgetary Control for Capital Investment for project and existing products.
• Preparing of Return on Investment (ROI) for each capital investments to make justification to Top Management.
• Preparation of Make/Buy with sourcing team for new projects and existing products.
• Preparation of Paint shop VSM & layout and lead a lean culture.
• Preparation of PFMEA and Process flow diagram for new products
• As a project core team member (CTM), you will work seamlessly with other CTM's from various functions assigned to the project under the leadership of your project manager.
• Sustain of IMS & IRIS system in Painting SFU
• You must demonstrate agility such that the Projects are executed in a manner that will ensure repeat orders from the same Customer.
• Special process owner for handling painting processes.
• The Process owner has the authority to instruct and make decisions independent from production.

The area of responsibility includes:

• Requirement review and feasibility confirmation during tender phases.
• Design review (when applicable).
• Material specification.
• Validation of:
  • The Wabtec site local guidelines, specifications, procedures, and work instructions.
  • Qualification of the personnel involved in the special process
  • Qualification of the special process.
  • Qualification of the special process transfer (PCR Process).
• Evaluation (risk assessment) of PCR/ECR involving the special process.
• Evaluation (risk assessment) of concessions involving the special process.
• Production planning and start up, especially for new products.
• Process and product audits
• Nonconformities and corrective actions
• Identification and traceability
• Quality records
• Knowledge management
• The Special Process Owner supports production transfer when special processes are impacted.
• The Special Process Owner can support other production sites with his expertise.

People Management: YES ¨       NO ¨

If People Management, how many employees are managed?

Numbers of people :0

Budget Management:  YES¨NO  ¨ 

Required Candidate Profile

Education/Training

• What education and education level are necessary for the position?

       Engineering Graduates

       PG diploma Paint & coating technology or chemical Engg

Professional Experience

• How many years of professional experience in a specific professional area are required for the position?

Minimum of 10-12 years’ experience

Key Competences (Transversal/Professional)

Competence

Level

Oral/ written communication

High

Teamwork / Collaboration

High

Professional work ethics

High

Languages

Tamil, English, Hindi (Preferable)

Other Specifications

Team Player,

Self-driven & Self Motivated.

What could you accomplish in a place that puts People First?

At Wabtec, it’s not just about a job - it’s about the impact you make. When our people come together, we’re Expanding the Possible by continuously improving what we do and how we do it - for our clients and each other.

If you’re ready to revolutionize how the world moves for future generations, Wabtec is the place for you.
 

Who are we?

Wabtec is a leading global provider of equipment, systems, digital solutions, and value-added services for the freight and transit rail sectors. Drawing on more than 150 years of experience, we are leading the way in safety, efficiency, reliability, innovation, and productivity. Whether it’s freight, transit, ports, logistics, mining, industrial, or marine, our expertise, technologies, and people together – are accelerating the future of transportation. With roots that date back to George Westinghouse, Thomas Edison, and Louis Faiveley, Wabtec has always built technologies and implemented solutions for a variety of sectors that are critical to meeting the needs of customers and governments alike.

Our global team of about 30,000 employees worldwide delivers performance that moves the world forward. We’re lifelong learners, obsessed with better. Learn more at www.WabtecCorp.com.

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