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John Deere John Deere · Industrial · Ankeny, IA +1 · Factory Engineering (CA)

This role is for a Paint Manufacturing Engineer at John Deere, focusing on supporting and improving current paint production processes (E-coat, liquid, powder). Responsibilities include troubleshooting, leading improvement projects, establishing production documentation, and working with suppliers. The role requires 1+ years of experience in manufacturing/paint processes and problem-solving, with a Bachelor's degree in Engineering preferred. Experience with industrial paint systems and paint robotics is a plus.

What you'd actually do

  1. Provide support and troubleshooting for current production throughout the paint process including E-coat, liquid paint, and powder paint applications.
  2. Support/Lead projects to drive improvement in the areas of Safety, Quality, Delivery, and Efficiency.
  3. Establish and document production routings, hang methods, tooling strategies, layouts, and work instructions.
  4. Work with internal and external suppliers and customers to meet factory goals.

Skills

Required

  • 1 year or less of experience in manufacturing and/or paint processes
  • 1 year or less of experience with problem solving and working in a team environment
  • 1 year or less of experience with computer aided design, engineering tools, or databases
  • Strong communication skills both written and verbal
  • Good organizational skills, ability to prioritize and manage multiple projects

Nice to have

  • Experience with industrial paint systems
  • Experience with paint robotics
  • Experience with SAP, PhizX, JDAAT, CI 200, CREO
  • Paint/Materials engineering experience