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Paint Maintenance Engineer

Magna International, Inc
  • Nashville, Illinois
    30+ days ago

    Job Description

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    What we offer:

    At Magna, you can expect an engaging and dynamic environment where you can help to develop industry-leading automotive technologies. We invest in our employees, providing them with the support and resources they need to succeed. As a member of our global team, you can expect exciting, varied responsibilities as well as a wide range of development prospects. Because we believe that your career path should be as unique as you are.

    Group Summary:

    The Magna Exteriors portfolio of products includes access systems such as liftgates, exterior trim, modular systems, front-end modules including fascia, active aerodynamic systems and other lightweight structural components for automotive, commercial truck and other industrial markets.

    Recognized globally as an innovator in all aspects of vehicle exteriors, Magna provides everything needed, from materials development and design through manufacturing and assembly, to help automakers create sleek, state-of-the-art vehicles across the world.

    Job Responsibilities:

    • Bachelor's degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Electrical, Industrial, or related field).
    • Minimum of 3 years of technical maintenance experience in manufacturing.
    • At least 2 years of supervisory or leadership experience.
    • Preferred: 5+ years of engineering experience, with specific experience in facilities and equipment procurement or maintenance.
    • Lead and develop the paint maintenance team, fostering a culture of safety, ownership, and continuous improvement.
    • Schedule and coordinate work across maintenance groups to ensure balanced workload and project completion.
    • Perform performance reviews, set goals, and facilitate ongoing training for maintenance staff.
    • Oversee the maintenance, repair, and troubleshooting of all paint equipment, including robots, spray booths, conveyors, and related systems.
    • Develop and implement preventive, predictive, and corrective maintenance strategies to minimize downtime and extend equipment lifespan.
    • Monitor equipment performance data to identify trends and implement improvements.
    • Support facilities projects, including building additions, equipment upgrades, and renovations, ensuring projects meet safety, quality, and operational standards.
    • Determine project requirements for equipment upgrades, facility improvements, and new installations.
    • Prepare specifications, evaluate vendor proposals, and recommend contractors or suppliers.
    • Lead or assist in vendor/contractor selection, oversee installation, and ensure project completion within scope, schedule, and budget.
    • Lead or support installation, upgrade, and capital projects related to paint equipment and plant facilities.
    • Manage work order processes using computerized maintenance management systems (e.g., Maximo).
    • Develop long-term maintenance plans, including scheduling of PMs and major repairs.
    • Lead root cause analysis and participate in continuous improvement initiatives related to equipment reliability and facilities.
    • Manage work order processes using computerized maintenance management systems (e.g., Maximo).
    • Develop long-term maintenance plans, including scheduling of PMs and major repairs.
    • Lead root cause analysis and participate in continuous improvement initiatives related to equipment reliability and facilities.
    • Monitor and control maintenance and project material and labor costs.
    • Identify opportunities for cost savings and process efficiencies.
    • Research and implement new technologies and best practices to improve equipment reliability, safety, and operational efficiency.
    • Lead or participate in root cause analysis and problem-solving teams.
    • Research and implement new technologies and best practices to improve equipment reliability, safety, and operational efficiency.
    • Lead or participate in root cause analysis and problem-solving teams.
    • Strong troubleshooting, problem-solving, and project management skills.
    • Experience with maintenance management systems (e.g., Maximo) or similar.
    • Knowledge of automation, equipment, and facilities systems.
    • Good math, computer, and technical documentation skills.
    • Excellent communication, team-building, and leadership abilities.
    • Ability to foster a safety-first culture and motivate teams.
    • Strong organizational skills with attention to detail.

    Benefits:

    • Pay Range: $95,000-$110,000.
    • Customizable Insurance Plans starting at 30 days.
    • Medical/Dental - Blue Cross Blue Shield. Three different plans.
    • Dental - Delta Dental

    Numbers & Facts

    LocationNashville, Illinois
    IndustryAutomotive and Parts Mfg
    Company Size10,000 employees or more
    Year Founded1957
    Websitehttp://www.magna.com/

    About Company

    We are a leading global automotive supplier with 347 manufacturing facilities and 94 product development, engineering and sales centres in 27 countries. We have over 159,000 employees focused on delivering superior value to our customers through innovative processes and World Class Manufacturing.

    Skills

    • Aerodynamicsunmatched
    • Automationunmatched
    • Automotive Technologyunmatched
    • Best Practicesunmatched
    • Budgetingunmatched
    • Calendar Managementunmatched
    • Capital Projectunmatched
    • Communication Skillsunmatched
    • Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS)unmatched
    • Continuous Improvementunmatched
    • Conveyor Systemsunmatched
    • Detail Orientedunmatched
    • Electricityunmatched
    • Engineeringunmatched
    • Equipment Maintenance/Repairunmatched
    • IBM Maximo Asset Managementunmatched
    • Identify Issuesunmatched
    • Insuranceunmatched
    • Leadershipunmatched
    • Maintenance Servicesunmatched
    • Manufacturingunmatched
    • Manufacturing Assemblyunmatched
    • Mathematicsunmatched
    • Mechanical Engineeringunmatched
    • Operational Strategyunmatched
    • Order Managementunmatched
    • Organizational Skillsunmatched
    • Painting (Facilities and Maintenance)unmatched
    • People Managementunmatched
    • Performance Analysisunmatched
    • Performance Goal Settingunmatched
    • Performance Reviewsunmatched
    • Problem Solving Skillsunmatched
    • Process Costingunmatched
    • Process Managementunmatched
    • Project/Program Managementunmatched
    • Purchasing/Procurementunmatched
    • Reliability Engineeringunmatched
    • Root Cause Analysisunmatched
    • Safety/Work Safetyunmatched
    • Strategic Planningunmatched
    • Team Lead/Managerunmatched
    • Technical Writingunmatched
    • Trend Analysisunmatched
    • User Interface/Experience (UI/UX)unmatched
    • Vendor/Supplier Evaluationunmatched
    • Vendor/Supplier Selectionunmatched

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