Paint Technical Manager | Automotive Plastic Components

Paint Technical Manager | Automotive Plastic Components

📍 Santa Catarina, Nuevo León

We are looking for a Paint Technical Manager to join our team in the automotive industry.

The ideal candidate will have strong technical expertise in automotive paint processes and maintenance , with the ability to lead process optimization, solve complex technical problems, improve quality and productivity, and develop high-performing technical teams

What will you do?

- Lead the technical strategy and continuous improvement of automotive paint processes and maintenance.

- Ensure process stability and optimization of critical painting parameters.

- Lead root cause analysis and technical problem-solving related to paint defects and process variation.

- Develop and implement actions focused on reducing scrap, rework and process variability.

- Drive improvements in productivity, quality, efficiency and operating costs.

- Provide technical leadership for paint booths, application systems, curing ovens, automation and associated equipment .

- Work closely with Production, Quality, Maintenance and Engineering to ensure process performance.

- Participate in new product launches, process validations and implementation of new technologies.

- Support PFMEA, Control Plan and other automotive quality requirements.

- Lead technical improvement projects and promote a strong continuous improvement culture.

- Develop the technical capabilities of engineers and technicians within the paint operation.

- Provide technical support for audits and customer requirements related to the paint process.

What are we looking for?

- Bachelor's degree in Chemical, Mechanical, Mechatronics, Industrial, Materials Engineering or related field.
- 5+ years of experience in automotive paint processes and maintenance .
- Strong knowledge of paint booths, application systems, curing processes and paint process parameters .
- Experience in troubleshooting and permanent resolution of paint quality defects.
- Experience leading technical teams and/or multidisciplinary projects.

Knowledge of:

- PFMEA & Control Plan

- IATF 16949

- Root Cause Analysis

- 8D / 5 Why's / Ishikawa

- Continuous Improvement

- Automotive manufacturing processes
- Experience with paint processes and maintenance for plastic automotive components is highly desirable.
- Intermediate to advanced English preferred.

If you have solid experience in automotive painting and are passionate about maintenance , process optimization, technology and continuous improvement , we would like to hear from you.

Apply and take the next step in your career within the automotive industry!