Production Engineer

Job Description:

Our Company:

Axalta has remained at the forefront of the coatings industry by continually investing in innovative solutions. We engineer technologies that protect customers’ products – whether they are battling heat, light, corrosion, abrasion, moisture, or chemicals – and add dimension and beauty with colorful finishes. We have a vast and ever-evolving portfolio of brands primed to play an important part in everything from modernizing infrastructure around the world to enabling the next generation of electric and autonomous vehicles.

Axalta operates its business in three businesses: Refinish, Industrial, Light Vehicle and Commercial Vehicle, across North America, EMEA, Latin America and Asia-Pacific. Our diverse global footprint allows us to deliver solutions in over 140+ countries and coat 30 million vehicles per year. We have recently set an exciting 2040 carbon neutrality goal, in addition to 10 other sustainability initiatives, and we take pride in collaborating with our customers to optimize their businesses and achieve their goals.

Position Summary:

As a Production Engineer at our Fort Madison Site, you will play a pivotal role in ensuring the safe and efficient operation of our manufacturing equipment to meet the resin production demand. Reporting to the Engineering Manager, you will collaborate closely with operations and leadership to support daily production needs while fostering a robust safety culture within the facility.

What You'll Do:

• Provide daily support to troubleshoot production problems and implement timely solutions.
• Prepare and deliver production summary reports, identifying and implementing improvement opportunities to enhance operational efficiency.
• Utilize root cause problem-solving techniques to identify and address operational challenges, driving ongoing improvement in safety, quality, and efficiency.
• Spearhead continuous improvement activities across all departments, fostering a culture of innovation and excellence.
• Provide life cycle support for various processes and equipment, ensuring optimal performance and longevity.
• Support Process Hazard Analysis (PHA) and other Process Safety Management (PSM) reviews to maintain regulatory compliance.
• Collaborate in the creation of work instructions, maintain critical spare parts inventory, and support production Key Performance Indicators (KPIs).
• Lead and manage projects across various manufacturing operations, ensuring adherence to established deadlines and coordinating with purchasing, vendors, and contractors for seamless execution.
• Perform other duties as assigned, contributing to the overall success and effectiveness of the engineering team.
  
  
  

What We're Looking For:

• Bachelor's degree in chemical, mechanical, or industrial engineering, or a minimum of seven years of relevant experience in a manufacturing support role.
• Strong background in safety, with demonstrated experience in a chemical processing environment.
• Knowledge of industrial pumps, valves, agitators, scrubbers, heat exchangers, condensers, filtration, fluid transfer, and other process related equipment.
• Fundamental understanding of Process Safety Management in a High Hazard Process.
• Proficiency in interpreting mechanical and electrical drawings or schematics.
• Ability to approach problems from an operational perspective and deliver solutions that enhance safety, quality, and efficiency.
• Proficient in root cause problem-solving techniques and continuous improvement methodologies.
• Excellent communication, organizational, and analytical skills, with the ability to prioritize and plan effectively to meet deadlines.
• Ability to work independently or in a team while maintaining a respectful manner in a diverse work environment.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office
  
  
  

Axalta is a leading global company focused solely on coatings and providing customers with innovative, colorful, beautiful, and sustainable solutions. From light OEM vehicles, automotive refinish and commercial vehicles to electric motors, buildings and pipelines, our coatings are designed to prevent corrosion, increase productivity, and enable the materials we coat to last longer. With more than 150 years of experience in the coatings industry, the 12,000 people of Axalta continue to find ways to serve our more than 120,000 customers in 130 countries better every day with the finest coatings, application systems and technology. For more information visit axaltacoatingsystems.com and follow us @axalta on twitter.

Our Company:

Axalta has remained at the forefront of the coatings industry by continually investing in innovative solutions. We engineer technologies that protect customers’ products – whether they are battling heat, light, corrosion, abrasion, moisture, or chemicals – and add dimension and beauty with colorful finishes. We have a vast and ever-evolving portfolio of brands primed to play an important part in everything from modernizing infrastructure around the world to enabling the next generation of electric and autonomous vehicles.

Axalta operates its business in two segments: Performance Coatings and Mobility Coatings, which serve four end markets, including Refinish, Industrial, Light Vehicle and Commercial Vehicle, across North America, EMEA, Latin America and Asia-Pacific. Our diverse global footprint allows us to deliver solutions in over 140+ countries and coat 30 million vehicles per year. We’ve recently set an exciting 2040 carbon neutrality goal, in addition to 10 other sustainability initiatives, and we take pride in working with our customers to optimize their businesses and achieve their goals.