Sterling Heights, MI 48312
20 Direct Reports
250 Indirect Reports
Position Summary:
The Assembly Plant Paint Director leads all operations within the paint department, applying Stellantis Production Way principles to meet production and cost objectives. This role fosters a culture of continuous improvement across safety, quality, cost, and delivery metrics.
Working closely with senior plant leadership, the Paint Director drives workforce engagement to enhance overall efficiency and product quality. The position oversees a large, multi-shift unionized operation, managing both hourly and salaried personnel—including teams in Maintenance, Quality, and Engineering.
Key responsibilities include ensuring high-quality paint application processes, maintaining compliance with safety and environmental regulations, and achieving production targets.
Key Responsibilities:
- Lead and manage the paint department team, including supervisors, and operators.
- Foster a culture of safety, quality, and teamwork.
- Provide training and development opportunities for staff to enhance skills and performance.
- Oversee daily operations of the paint department, ensuring production schedules are met.
- Monitor and optimize paint application processes to achieve high-quality finishes.
- Implement and maintain lean manufacturing principles to improve efficiency and reduce waste.
- Ensure all painted components meet quality standards and customer specifications.
- Conduct root cause analysis and implement corrective actions for quality issues.
- Coach and Mentor
- Lean Process Improvement
- Budgeting
Requirements:
- Bachelor's degree in engineering, manufacturing, or a related field
- 10+ years of experience in paint operations within a manufacturing or assembly plant.
- Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to interface with various levels of employees within all areas of the Plant from hourly represented employees to Senior Leadership as required.
- Ability to build effective business relationships with plant leadership and customers.
- In-depth knowledge of paint application processes, equipment, and materials.
- Familiarity with safety and environmental regulations related to paint operations.
- Hands on the floor leader
- Strong Maintenance background
- Automotive Union Experience Required