Chemical Coatings Engineer

Latitude Corp.

Description

We are looking for a Chemical Coatings Engineer to join our 100% EMPLOYEE-OWNED team.

First Shift

Latitude Corp. offers challenging and rewarding career opportunities in precision metal manufacturing where we make the impossible possible.We embrace problem solvers, creativity and innovation.With clean, climate-controlled facilities, we offer comfortable working environments. Our customers span a variety of industries, including US military and defense.We are proud of the work we do and we believe that our employees are the key to our success. That's why we're committed to providing our team with the support, resources, and opportunities they need to succeed.

Why Should You Choose Latitude Corp?

• We are a rapidly growing employee-owned manufacturing company
• Growth Opportunities
• Training Available
• Weekly Pay
• Clean and Climate Controlled Work Environment
• Company Paid Life Insurance
• Company Paid Short-Term, and Long-Term Disability
• Work on products that support the US Military and National Defense
• Employee Stock Ownership Plan
• 401K Plan with 4% Company Match

Minimum Job Requirements

• Experience in the areas of mechanized powder coating and E-coating processes
• Able to troubleshoot and improve powder coating and paint processes
• Project management experience associated with setting up production powder coatings and paint processes.
• Excellent organization, coordination, and communication skills.
• Strong Leadership and interpersonal skills
• Effective written and verbal communication skills.
• Knowledge of or experience with NADCAP
• Experience working with ISO requirements.

Job Duties and Responsibilities

Responsible for defining, organizing, coordinating, and establishing powder paint and coatings production lines on time and within budget. Responsible for ensuring paint and e-coat processes produce an output that meets the customer's specifications. Responsible for optimizing the coatings process lines and equipment. Authorized to work with local environmental agencies to ensure regulatory compliance. Authorized to place purchase requisitions, as needed, for the daily operation of the paint and e-coat processes within budget.

• Optimize powder coating and E-costing processes to ensure the highest quality standards, efficiency, and cost-effectiveness.
• Use scientific methodologies to troubleshoot, analyze, and resolve process-related issues, ensuring the identification of root causes and the implementation of corrective actions.
• Conduct process experiments and analyze results to improve performance and eliminate defects in coating application.
• Perform process validation and optimization, ensuring compliance with industry standards and customer specifications.
• Analyze process data and use statistical tools (e.g., SPC, DOE) to monitor and improve process consistency.
• Design and implement process controls to reduce variability and improve product consistency.
• Provide technical support and training to production teams on best practices, new technologies, and process improvements.
• Evaluate and ensure process variables (including painters) are optimized
• Ensure all powder coating processes meet safety, environmental, and regulatory standards.
• Continuously seek opportunities to innovate, reduce costs, and improve overall process efficiency.
• Establish standard processes and quality expectations for manufacturing powder-coated parts.
• Research advancements in coating technology to stay at the forefront of industry innovations.
• Ensure government requirements and regulations are followed.
• Other ad hoc duties as assigned

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Experience in the areas of mechanized powder coating and E-coating processes
• Able to troubleshoot and improve powder coating and paint processes
• Project management experience associated with setting up production powder coatings and paint processes.
• Excellent organization, coordination, and communication skills.
• Strong Leadership and interpersonal skills
• Effective written and verbal communication skills.
• Knowledge of or experience with NADCAP
• Experience working with ISO requirements.

Education and Experience

• B.S. degree in Engineering - Chemical, Material, or Surface Engineering, preferred. Five years' minimum experience with Powder Coating and E-Coating of metal parts. Project management experience associated with setting up a paint/coating manufacturing line, desired.

Latitude Corp. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, national origin, disability, genetic information, marital status, veteran status, or any other legally protected status.