Nippon Paint Automotive Americas Inc. (NPAA) offers employees a generous earned bonus structure including monthly hourly attendance bonuses, merit increases and a mid-year/annual bonus incentive plan. Employees receive eleven paid holidays per year, earn paid time off, can enroll in comprehensive health and welfare plans and a 401K plan with an exceptional company match. We provide employee recognition programs, tuition reimbursement and much more. When you join our team, you are part of our NPAA family. We hold several events throughout the year for our employees to show our appreciation for their hard work and dedication. Come join a great team!Essential DutiesProcess/equipment troubleshooting (including process control systems), utilization of SPC to improve batch quality, and assistance with cost reduction, process reliability and quality improvement programs.Expectation is that a successful applicant will develop skill sets and work on small scale capital projects.The main responsibility for this individual will be coordinating/facilitating several efficiency initiatives within the department and following through on them to the point of realized benefits.Confers with vendors to determine product specifications and arrange for purchase of equipment, materials, or parts, and evaluates products according to specifications and quality standards.Works with in-house maintenance and outside contractors to facilitate repairs & improvements.Analyzes and plans space requirements, and workflow, and designs layout of equipment and workspace for maximum efficiency.RequiredB.S. in Chemical Engineering, or related Engineering FieldAbility to work effectively on multiple projectsResults-orientedStrong interpersonal skills as a team playerStrong technical and communication (oral and written) skillsGood problem solving skillsDeveloping leadership skills.Must have proven success in project management and have the ability to implement business process improvements affecting multiple departments.Strong communication and interpersonal skillsAbility to communicate clearly and concisely both in oral and written form using a variety of communication techniques and tools to ensure appropriate flow of information.Ability to effectively present information and respond to inquiries, and/or complaintsDisplays courtesy, tact and respect when dealing with others.Maintains appropriate confidentialityAbility to meet strict deadlinesAbility to manage multiple projects simultaneously to successful completionAbility to work independently with minimal supervisionPromotes a harassment‑free environmentEstablishes and maintains effective working relationships; demonstrates a commitment to teamworkMaintains a strong attention to detailHighly developed computer skills in Excel, Word and other office programsManufacturing industry experience preferredAbility to identify and define problems, collect and analyze data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions.Ability to work in a fast‑paced and dynamic environmentAbility to work off shift hours in order to meet the needs of the business.#J-18808-Ljbffr