? Santa Catarina, Actual 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!

📌 Paint Technical Manager | Automotive Plastic Components (Santa Catarina)
🏢 IAC Group
📍 Santa Catarina