Coatings Specialist - Chemistry / Chemical
BS-level Process Engineering roles on Crosslinked list a median of $116k (774 that show pay). This posting does not list pay.
Monitor, troubleshoot and optimize paint and powder coating processes at an automotive Tier 1 supplier.
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Worth knowing
Why it is interesting. Hands-on coatings process work covering paint chemistry, color matching and electrostatic application at production scale.
Might not be for you. Production-floor process quality focus, with little open-ended R&D or formulation work.
Adjacent materials role:Optimize paint and powder coating processes; paint chemistry, solvent ratios, electrostatic application, color matching
- Seniority
- Entry level
- Work
- On-site
- Type
- Full-time
- Degree
- BS
- Experience
- 1–5 yrs
- Industry
- Automotive
- Role
- Process Engineering
Role details
Process Quality & Optimization Specialist – Paint / Powder Coatings
Full-Time | Competitive Salary + Bonus
We’re looking for a Chemistry or Chemical Engineering professional (1–5 years experience) who wants to put their technical background to work solving real production challenges in a Tier 1 automotive environment.
This is a hands-on role focused on process quality and optimization for paint and powder coating operations. You’ll work closely with production and quality teams to keep processes stable, reduce variation, and deliver consistent, high-quality parts.
What you’ll do
- Monitor and optimize paint and powder coating processes to maintain quality and efficiency
- Troubleshoot process issues and implement improvements
- Support process control and data-driven decision making on the floor
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure parts meet customer and quality standards
What we’re looking for
- Bachelor’s degree in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, or a related field
- 1–5 years of experience in a manufacturing or process quality role
- Background or exposure to paint, powder coatings, or surface finishing processes preferred
Nice to have
- Experience with paint color matching
- Understanding of paint chemistry, including how temperature affects thinner/solvent ratios and application
- Familiarity with electrostatic application processes
Why this role fits
Stable, full-time opportunity with a confidential automotive Tier 1 supplier in Indiana. You’ll gain valuable process quality and optimization experience with clear potential for career growth. Competitive salary plus bonus, in a practical manufacturing environment that values technical problem-solving. This opportunity is well-suited for candidates with experience in chemical engineering, paint chemistry, powder coating processes, process optimization, electrostatic applications, color matching, in the Indianapolis area.
Interested?
Send your resume and a short note highlighting any paint, powder coating, or process quality experience.
FPC
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FORTUNE PERSONNEL CONSULTANTS (Orlando Office)
🌐 www.fpcor.com
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