Manager - CME Paint

Responsibilities & Key Deliverables

1. Process Development & Optimization
• Design, develop, and implement paint application processes for new and existing products.
• Optimize paint shop layouts, process flow, and work methods to improve productivity and reduce waste.
• Evaluate and introduce new paint technologies, application equipment, and automation solutions.
2. Equipment & Tooling Management
• Specify, procure, and validate paint shop equipment such as spray booths, ovens, conveyors, and robots.
• Plan preventive maintenance schedules to ensure reliable operations.
• Troubleshoot equipment and process issues to minimize downtime.
3. Quality Assurance
• Establish and monitor process parameters to maintain paint quality standards (Corrosion, UV Resistance, gloss, adhesion, finish).
• Work with Quality teams to ensure compliance with OEM quality standards.
4. Cost & Efficiency Improvements
• Analyse paint material usage and identify cost-reduction opportunities.
• Implement Lean Manufacturing and Kaizen initiatives to improve efficiency.
• Monitor paint shop KPIs such as cycle time and energy usage.
5. Safety & Environmental Compliance
• Ensure compliance with environmental regulations related to VOCs, hazardous waste, and emissions.
• Conduct risk assessments and safety training for paint shop staff.
6. Cross-Functional Collaboration
• Support New Product Introduction (NPI) projects with paint process feasibility studies.
• Collaborate with design teams to ensure paint-friendly part designs.
• Coordinate with suppliers for paint materials, consumables, and equipment.

Preferred Industries

Education Qualification

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Paint, Chemical Engineering or related field.

General Experience

10+ Years

Critical Experience

• Technical Skills: Knowledge of paint application systems, Familiarity with paint booth ventilation, curing ovens, and robotic spray systems. Understanding   problem-solving tools. Paint Development and Validation process
• Soft Skills: Strong analytical skills, communication & ability to work in Cross functional teams, Well verse with SAP System.

System Generated Core Skills

System Generated Secondary Skills