Summit Polymers is a leading, global supplier of automotive interior systems including consoles, door panels, and instrument panels. With over 50 years serving the industry, we deliver engineering and product excellence to our customers, on time, in budget, with the latest innovations. JOIN A TEAM WHERE YOU’LL BE CHALLENGED AND VALUED. A career with Summit Polymers means working with smart people in a culture that thrives on challenging, meaningful work. At Summit, we look for growth potential with every hire. We don’t just fill seats, we set people on career paths. We’re always on the lookout for smart people who are committed to continuous improvement, customer service and quality. JOB DESCRIPTION JOB TITLE: Engineer, Manufacturing (Paint) FLSA STATUS: Exempt REPORTS TO: Manager, Engineering (Manufacturing) SUMMARY This is hands-on technical work involving the robotic painting and manufacture of injection molded plastic parts for automotive interior trim. Provide technical support and leadership to manufacturing production teams with a focus on operational excellence each and every day. RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES Under general supervision is responsible for the following major tasks: • Responsible for all paint-related activities associated with new product launches including: • Developing efficient and robust programs using 6 axis paint robots (ABB or Fanuc) to meet customer specs, maximize paint transfer efficiency, and maximize production throughput. • Developing paint processes for 1K and 2K waterborne and solvent borne paint systems using automatic spray gun applicators. • Working with external suppliers to develop paint racks that present parts to the robots in a manner that allows for optimum paint coverage while minimizing cycle time and paint waste. • Evaluating paint rack designs to ensure parts can be loaded and unloaded efficiently while ensuring operators are able to work safely and ergonomically. • Working with paint suppliers to ensure their products allow us to meet our customer’s requirements for dry film thickness, color, and gloss. • Working with packaging suppliers to develop internal WIP packaging that ensures safe, defect-free transportation to subsequent operations. • Writing standardized work instructions that are used to ensure that all operators perform tasks utilizing best practices each and every time the task is performed. • Analyze paint usage and cycle times to ensure that we will be able to meet customer demands while maintaining regulatory emissions compliance. • Continue to monitor and improve the above tasks throughout the production life of the program. • Support production teams with the daily operation of paint spray booths, robot programs, and paint processes. • Troubleshoot process or equipment-related problems and provide solutions in a timely manner. • Lead cross-functional teams in scrap reduction and continuous improvement activities focused on root-cause problem solving using 5-Why methodology. • Document lessons learned and share results of activities with peers company-wide. • Conduct daily process audits to ensure standardized work compliance. • Work with maintenance personnel to develop appropriate PM schedules for paint spray equipment to improve operational reliability. • Put together proposals to procure new equipment for capital investment or cost saving opportunities. • Investigate new opportunities to automate existing operations via PLC programming to improve consistency of results while reducing labor burden. • Other duties as assigned. EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE • Bachelor’s degree in engineering or similar technical discipline OR 5 years of experience in an automotive manufacturing or paint coatings environment may be considered in lieu of a degree. • Proficiency in Microsoft Office software suite – Excel, Word, PowerPoint. • Independent thinking with strong analytical and problem solving skills. • Preferred experienced in • Previous automotive class A painting experience • Programming using 6 axis ABB or Fanuc paint robots • Knowledge of various 1K and 2K paint systems (basecoat/clearcoat experience a plus) • Experience with paint spray processing • Knowledge of 2K mixing equipment (ABB integrated fluid delivery & IPS systems a plus) • Knowledge of lean manufacturing principles • Design and layout of paint spray booths and systems • PLC programming knowledge a plus (Allen Bradley preferred) • Knowledge of various thermal curing methods including IR and convection (UV cure a plus) • Surface preparation techniques including flame treatment and CO2 cleaning Knowledge of paint chemistry and the ability to work with paint suppliers on usage optimization, formulation compatibility, paint performance, and quality problems. SKILLS AND ABILITIES: Possesses the ability to gather and analyze information and make decisions from a limited number of choices. • A minimum score of 50 on the Wonderlic Select Assessment (Traditional Score of 26 on the cognitive portion). TRAVEL REQUIREMENTS This position typically does require less than 5% travel. DISCLAIMER The information contained in this job description is not intended to be an all-inclusive list of the duties and responsibilities of the job, nor are they intended to be an all-inclusive list of the skills and abilities required to do the job. Management may, at its discretion, assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time. Agreement to complete all post-hire required training.
See More Details >>Foods you love. Brands you trust. And a career that empowers you to grow. At Nestle USA, we're all working towards the same goal - to delight and deliver for our consumers. With a rich portfolio of beloved brands, including DiGiorno, Toll House, and Coffee mate, in 97% of U.S. households, we have a unique opportunity - and responsibility - to be there for every moment in our consumers' lives. Joining Nestle means becoming part of an inclusive workplace that inspires innovation, encourages strategic thinking and creativity, and celebrates your achievements. No matter where you work within the organization, you are empowered to challenge the status quo, embrace risk-taking, and pioneer new ideas. Our supportive and collaborative environment encourages bold ambitions and continuous learning so that everyone can grow and thrive. This position is not eligible for Visa Sponsorship. As a Reliability Engineer, you will support the factory in enabling and delivering asset maintenance in accordance with the Nestle Strategy. You will utilize Total Productive Maintenance (TPM) as a multi-disciplined approach to enhance and improve fixed assets, while managing their life cycle through Asset Management Methodology (AMM). Your goal will be to achieve sustainable, long-term low production costs and high reliability, rather than focusing solely on the immediate correction of daily losses. In this role, you will partner with the factories to foster a culture of "Continuous Improvement and Zero Loss" in maintenance, aligned with the principles of Nestle Continuous Excellence (NCE). You will actively champion Nestle's NCE programs and provide support and coaching within the factory to eliminate losses, manage risks, and implement life cycle asset management (LCAM). Additionally, you will assist in master planning and skill development to transition to and sustain a proactive, planned maintenance program. Responsibilities • Define, propose, and monitor the Maintenance and Reliability plans and objectives in accordance with Engineering Policy, Key Principles, and the M&I Activity as outlines in the Nestle Engineering Excellence (NEE) master document. Validate results achieved in the program. • Monitor plant/equipment trends to ensure best possible operation and reduction of planned/unplanned downtime. • Propose and monitor key performance indicators in accordance with the Best Maintenance Practices. • Lead the factory to reduce technical stoppages in equipment or areas of common occurrence (priority given to areas of highest incidence or impact). Ensure the systematic review of all line, processes, and utilities that are critical to the business and those where failure can have an unacceptable impact on safety, personnel safety, food safety, environment, or compliance with the law. • Develop capability in and be able to coach and guide the use on the floor of Maintenance Continuous Improvement Tools such as BDA, X-Matrix, AMM, SAM, Tags,etc • Insure the implementation of all repairs/modifications resulting from Gap assessments, plant audits, and notifications and loss improvement activities • Master the use of AMM to manage the technical stores, scheduled Work Orders, labor hour allocation, equipment Bill of Material (BOM), system reporting and data analysis, including coaching of users and development of capability. • Ensure that the job planning, material and services planning process is appropriate, accurate and effective. • Ensure that the equipment history, damage code and root cause analysis are completed correctly and analyzed regularly for trends. • Update/Optimize Reliability Engineering tools and guidelines, to minimize unplanned and Planned Downtime, ensure a common approach, administration, and training • Utilize external suppliers, experts, other factories and corporate team to ensure proper technical solutions are defined and implemented to eliminate root causes. • Support implementation and sustainability of TPM-PM Pillar in the factory. • Analyze the factory M&R budget, drive value-added and sustainable improvements with the assistance of the Maintenance Engineer and Factory Engineer, as well as Corporate Engineering. Qualifications (BA/BS) in Engineering (Maintenance & Reliability, Mechanical, Electrical, Process, Chemical or equivalent) strongly preferred or equivalent experience and minimum 5 years of related work experience. Skills • Recognized skills in Engineering and Maintenance. • Knowledge, understanding, and passion for continuous improvement methodologies • Knowledge and understanding of the cost drivers of Maintenance in manufacturing operations • Good working knowledge of CMMS systems (SAP preferred) with the ability to mine and analyze data for trends/reports • Strong Analytical and problem solving skills • Excellent verbal and written communication skills • The ability to interact professionally with a diverse group, including managers, technicians, operators and subject matter experts. • Able to organize, coordinate, and direct users and teams • Strong oral and written communications abilities • Solid analytical and technical skills • Excellent presentation skills • Project Engineering/Management 375662 It is our business imperative to remain a very inclusive workplace. To our veterans and separated service members, you're at the forefront of our minds as we recruit top talent to join Nestle. The skills you've gained while serving our country, such as flexibility, agility, and leadership, are much like the skills that will make you successful in this role. In addition, with our commitment to an inclusive work environment, we recognize the exceptional engagement and innovation displayed by individuals with disabilities. Nestle seeks such skilled and qualified individuals to share our mission where you'll join a cohort of others who have chosen to call Nestle home. The Nestle Companies are equal employment opportunity employers. All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. Prior to the next step in the recruiting process, we welcome you to inform us confidentially if you may require any special accommodations in order to participate fully in our recruitment experience. Contact us at accommodations@nestle.com or please dial 711 and provide this number to the operator: 1-800-321-6467. This position is not eligible for Visa Sponsorship. Review our applicant privacy notice before applying at https://www.nestlejobs.com/privacy. Job Requisition: 375662
See More Details >>**POSITION SUMMARY:** The Factory Electricity and Automation Engineering Manager is responsible for all aspects related to Electricity, Automation, Process Control, Manufacturing Execution Systems (MES) and the Factory Automation System (FAS) infrastructure, applications and resources according to Nestle corporate strategies, standards, specifications and local codes and regulations. This role will work on-site Monday - Friday at the Mount Sterling factory with some weekend on call hours every two months. The function consists in providing professional and technical support and leadership on Manufacturing Execution Systems (MES), Electricity and Automation (E&A) in the factory for operational activities and participation in CAPEX projects; doing so in line with corporate guidelines and regulatory requirements, enforcing that all MES-E&A activities enhance business objectives, product quality and plant operation/performance while ensuring that people health and safety, product safety, and environment are never compromised. This includes the responsibility for: · Project management · Full compliance enforcement · Product and process mastership · Operational support · Training and capability building of E&A team. • *PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES:** · Define, propose and monitor the plans and objectives of the electrical supply and distribution, automation layer, process control and MES in accordance with the Engineering Policy, Key Principles and the E&A–MES activity as outlined in the Nestlé Engineering Excellence (NEE) master document. · Propose and implement work processes, procedures and technical resources relating to the electrical and automation team. · Assess, manage and implement necessary solutions in the areas of roles and responsibilities, compliance, risk management, maintenance and improvements and strategies for Electricity, controls and MES. · Lead and coordinate the electrical team and maintain competencies, motivation and performance to achieve the team’s mission and objectives related to: - Electrical Power Distribution - Process Control System and Process Control Networks - Manufacturing Execution Systems (MES) - Process Instrumentation and Instrument Calibration - Electrical and Automation System Lifecycle - Technical Support to Operations in all areas of the factory - Industrial applications and technical solutions - Electrical Safety - Project Management - CAPEX budget planning and implementation - Control Engineers, Technical Resources and Skilled Trades Development and Training in their assigned areas - Troubleshooting of system and equipment breakdown · Demonstrate and promote the company's core values within the electrical team. • *Qualifications:** Typically has a University Degree (BA/BS) in Engineering (Maintenance & Reliability, Mechanical, Electrical, Process, Chemical or equivalent) strongly preferred or equivalent experience · Minimum 10 years’ experience in the field of electricity and Automation in a manufacturing facility. In-depth knowledge of Electricity, automation, instrumentation, industrial networks, low voltage systems, medium voltage and high voltage installations. · Good knowledge of local electrical codes and standards Good knowledge of Instrumentation and Process Control Systems. In-depth knowledge of automation systems and equipment (HMIs, PLCs, etc.). Knowledge of food processing operations and technology. Knowledge on MES (Manufacturing Execution System). · Knowledge on manufacturing IT, industrial networks and applications Good knowledge of electrical safety Knowledge of food safety, regulatory requirements for food safety, hygienic engineering and Nestlé Quality System. Experience in managing/direct supervision of technical teams. 77087494 It is our business imperative to remain a very inclusive workplace. To our veterans and separated service members, you're at the forefront of our minds as we recruit top talent to join Nestlé. The skills you've gained while serving our country, such as flexibility, agility, and leadership, are much like the skills that will make you successful in this role. In addition, with our commitment to an inclusive work environment, we recognize the exceptional engagement and innovation displayed by individuals with disabilities. Nestlé seeks such skilled and qualified individuals to share our mission where you’ll join a cohort of others who have chosen to call Nestlé home. The Nestlé Companies are equal employment opportunity employers. All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. Prior to the next step in the recruiting process, we welcome you to inform us confidentially if you may require any special accommodations in order to participate fully in our recruitment experience. Contact us at accommodations@nestle.com or please dial 711 and provide this number to the operator: 1-800-321-6467. This position is not eligible for Visa Sponsorship. Review our applicant privacy notice before applying at https://www.nestlejobs.com/privacy. Job Requisition: 374851 • *POSITION SUMMARY:** The Factory Electricity and Automation Engineering Manager is responsible for all aspects related to Electricity, Automation, Process Control, Manufacturing Execution Systems (MES) and the Factory Automation System (FAS) infrastructure, applications and resources according to Nestle corporate strategies, standards, specifications and local codes and regulations. This role will work on-site Monday - Friday at the Mount Sterling factory with some weekend on call hours every two months. The function consists in providing professional and technical support and leadership on Manufacturing Execution Systems (MES), Electricity and Automation (E&A) in the factory for operational activities and participation in CAPEX projects; doing so in line with corporate guidelines and regulatory requirements, enforcing that all MES-E&A activities enhance business objectives, product quality and plant operation/performance while ensuring that people health and safety, product safety, and environment are never compromised. This includes the responsibility for: · Project management · Full compliance enforcement · Product and process mastership · Operational support · Training and capability building of E&A team. • *PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES:** · Define, propose and monitor the plans and objectives of the electrical supply and distribution, automation layer, process control and MES in accordance with the Engineering Policy, Key Principles and the E&A–MES activity as outlined in the Nestlé Engineering Excellence (NEE) master document. · Propose and implement work processes, procedures and technical resources relating to the electrical and automation team. · Assess, manage and implement necessary solutions in the areas of roles and responsibilities, compliance, risk management, maintenance and improvements and strategies for Electricity, controls and MES. · Lead and coordinate the electrical team and maintain competencies, motivation and performance to achieve the team’s mission and objectives related to: - Electrical Power Distribution - Process Control System and Process Control Networks - Manufacturing Execution Systems (MES) - Process Instrumentation and Instrument Calibration - Electrical and Automation System Lifecycle - Technical Support to Operations in all areas of the factory - Industrial applications and technical solutions - Electrical Safety - Project Management - CAPEX budget planning and implementation - Control Engineers, Technical Resources and Skilled Trades Development and Training in their assigned areas - Troubleshooting of system and equipment breakdown · Demonstrate and promote the company's core values within the electrical team. • *Qualifications:** Typically has a University Degree (BA/BS) in Engineering (Maintenance & Reliability, Mechanical, Electrical, Process, Chemical or equivalent) strongly preferred or equivalent experience · Minimum 10 years’ experience in the field of electricity and Automation in a manufacturing facility. In-depth knowledge of Electricity, automation, instrumentation, industrial networks, low voltage systems, medium voltage and high voltage installations. · Good knowledge of local electrical codes and standards Good knowledge of Instrumentation and Process Control Systems. In-depth knowledge of automation systems and equipment (HMIs, PLCs, etc.). Knowledge of food processing operations and technology. Knowledge on MES (Manufacturing Execution System). · Knowledge on manufacturing IT, industrial networks and applications Good knowledge of electrical safety Knowledge of food safety, regulatory requirements for food safety, hygienic engineering and Nestlé Quality System. Experience in managing/direct supervision of technical teams. 77087494 It is our business imperative to remain a very inclusive workplace. To our veterans and separated service members, you're at the forefront of our minds as we recruit top talent to join Nestlé. The skills you've gained while serving our country, such as flexibility, agility, and leadership, are much like the skills that will make you successful in this role. In addition, with our commitment to an inclusive work environment, we recognize the exceptional engagement and innovation displayed by individuals with disabilities. Nestlé seeks such skilled and qualified individuals to share our mission where you’ll join a cohort of others who have chosen to call Nestlé home. The Nestlé Companies are equal employment opportunity employers. All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. Prior to the next step in the recruiting process, we welcome you to inform us confidentially if you may require any special accommodations in order to participate fully in our recruitment experience. Contact us at accommodations@nestle.com or please dial 711 and provide this number to the operator: 1-800-321-6467. This position is not eligible for Visa Sponsorship. Review our applicant privacy notice before applying at https://www.nestlejobs.com/privacy. Job Requisition: 374851
See More Details >>Embarking on a career in the mechanical trade in Mount Sterling, KY, often begins with an apprenticeship, blending practical experience with theoretical knowledge, allowing individuals to earn while they learn. Apprenticeships typically last three to four years, demanding extensive training under seasoned professionals. According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, there are 12,000 mechanical engineers nationwide, with an average weekly wage of $232 in Mount Sterling, KY. The job outlook for mechanical engineers is projected to grow by 11% from 2023 to 2033, much faster than the average for all occupations. Trade schools, unions, and platforms like HireLevel offer apprenticeship opportunities, leading to a career with strong earning potential—often exceeding $87,000 annually for experienced professionals.
