Coatings Engineer

Martinrea International Inc. is a diversified and global automotive supplier, a diversified and global automotive supplier engaged in developing and manufacturing highly engineered, value-added Lightweight Structures and Propulsion Systems. We employ approximately 16,000 skilled and currently operate in 57 locations in Canada, the United States, Mexico, Brazil, Germany, Slovakia, Spain, China, South Africa, and Japan. Martinrea's vision is making lives better by being the best supplier we can be in the products we make and the services we provide.Our Mission is to make people's lives better by:Delivering outstanding quality products and services to our customers.Providing meaningful opportunity, job satisfaction, and job security for our people.Providing superior long-term investment returns to our stakeholders.Being positive contributors to our communities.Martinrea's success is globally shown through its core sustainable culture. Focused on entrepreneurship, lean manufacturing principles, and the Golden Rule philosophy, Martinrea believes in dignity and respect for its people, communities, customers, and investors. Our strength is in our people, embracing a diverse culture, giving employees opportunities to help grow our footprint and expand product offerings and areas of expertise with discipline, dedication and determinationWe invite you to follow your dreams and explore a challenging and rewarding career at Martinrea.Job SummaryThis position is responsible for managing and improving the coatings process and conducting research and tests to develop new coatings. Required Education & ExperienceUniversity degree in Chemical Engineering and/or 3 - 5 years of experience working in the e-coat/paint facilities Excellent English communication skills (oral and written)Excellent organizational and time management skillsStrong analytical and problem-solving skillsAdvanced MS Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Project, Outlook) knowledgeKnowledge in CAD: 3D Models, Drawings and GD&Ts an assetKnowledge of e-coat and powder coat process is an assetEssential FunctionsConsistently develop, assess and implement continuous improvement projects in relation to current or future project planning.Design, develop, and test new coatings systems and chemical titrationsConduct research into the development or improvement of coatings process Oversee all testing in relation to the e-coat and powder coat lineSupervise e-coat lab technicians Establish and conduct quality control programs, operating procedures and control strategies to ensure consistency and adherence to standards for raw materials, products and waste products or emissionsAssist in paint line qualificationEnsure compliance with all applicable codes, standards and legislation including Environmental Legislation, O. Reg 851 for Industrial Establishments, and the Occupational Health and Safety Act (with emphasis on Section 28)Abide by all Company policies including, but not limited to Health & Safety, Quality & Environmental Systems, HR policies and Martinrea Employee HandbookMust work in accordance with H&S regulations, Company and plant rules, policies and proceduresThis job description is not designed to contain a comprehensive list of duties and responsibilities required for this job. Duties and responsibilities may change at any time with or without noticeMust use or wear PPE and certain clothing as required by the Company Work Environment50% Lab environment, 50% Plant floor (PPE required)Constant communication with employees, peers and managementOvertime as required Health, Safety and Environment:Must work in accordance with health and safety regulations, company rules, plant rules, policies and proceduresMust use or wear equipment, protective devices or certain clothing as required by the company.All employees are prohibited from walking under a suspended hoist, cranes or forklifts.All employees must follow all LOTO proceduresComply with all environmental requirements including our recycling program.Benefits:Working in a great inclusive team environmentMedical, Dental and Extended Health Care insurance coverageGroup Retirement Savings PlanLife insurance coverageAccidental Death and Dismemberment Insurance coverageSafety shoes and prescription safety glasses reimbursementSupplier vehicle discountsTuition reimbursement and career advancement opportunitiesArtificial intelligence may be used during the recruitment process to screen, assess, or select applicants.