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!