at Rivian Automotive, LLC in Normal, Illinois, United States
Job Description
Rivian is on a mission to keep the world adventurous forever. This goes for the emissions-free Electric Adventure Vehicles we build, and the curious, courageous souls we seek to attract.
As a company, we constantly challenge what's possible, never simply accepting what has always been done. We reframe old problems, seek new solutions and operate comfortably in areas that are unknown. Our backgrounds are diverse, but our team shares a love of the outdoors and a desire to protect it for future generations.
ROLE SUMMARY
This position is responsible for the development of a clean and sustainable Paint Shop environment that maximizes daily production yields with the highest level of paint quality. Candidates for this position must possess a minimum of 3 years of experience in a similar role in an Automotive Assembly Plant or Tier-1 Paint Shop environment. The opening is located at our Normal, IL facility and reports directly to the Sr. Quality Manager in Paint.
RESPONSIBILITIES
Inspect and collect defect data on production units at all stages affecting paint production operations which includes but not limited to Body-In-White / Metal Finish, Pretreatment /ED-Coat, ED Sanding, Sealer, Prime, Prime Sand, Topcoat and Finesse /Inspection processes
Generate clear and detailed reports that identify defect types, locations, quantity, DPU, etc.
Root cause the source of defects through detailed laboratory analysis and other analytical means
Lead the Paint Shop - Defect Reduction Team meetings with all process owners to implement countermeasures to mitigate defects
Conduct and lead all necessary line trials necessary to eliminate defects
Develop countermeasures and assist in all training operations to reduce defects
Develop and maintain the Paint Defect Library which includes collecting and organizing defect samples as well as
Training of team members in the proper identification of defects
Actively involved in overseeing the 3rd party Cleaning Contractor performance and identifying potential improvements in their operations
Able to interpret JES (Job Element Sheets) and Work Instruction Sheets
QUALIFICATIONS
Bachelor's degree in engineering or related preferred
Intermediate to expert-level proficiency with MS Office Suite
3+ years of experience in an automotive OEM assembly or tier-1 paint shop environment
Knowledge of various types of defects and how to analyze those to drive process improvement
Knowledge of problem-solving methodologies such as PDCA, 5 Why's, RCA, etc.
Ability to stand for 8-12 hours per day.
Required to walk; climb or balance; and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl.
Ability to lift and carry at least 25 pounds.
Ability to perform all duties in a working environment that may contain dust, high noise levels, hot and cold weather.
Equal Opportunity
Rivian is an equal opportunity employer and complies with all applicable federal, state, and local fair employment practices laws. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information or characteristics, physical or mental disability, marital/domestic partner status, age, military/veteran status, medical condition, or any other characteristic protected by law.
Rivian is committed to ensuring that our hiring process is accessible for persons with disabilities. If you have a disability or limitation, such as those covered by the Americans with Disabilities Act, that requires accommodations to assist you in the search and application process, please email us at .
Candidate Data Privacy
Rivian may collect, use and disclose your personal information or personal data (within the meaning of the applicable data protection laws) when you apply for employment and/or participate in our recruitment processes ("Candidate Personal Data"). This data includes contact, demographic, communications, educational, professional, employment, social media/website,... For full info follow application link.
Equal Opportnity
Rivian is an equal opportunity employer and complies with all applicable federal, state, and local fair employment practices laws. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information or characteristics, physical or mental disability, marital/domestic partner status, age, military/veteran status, medical condition, or any other characteristic protected by law.
Rivian is committed to ensuring that our hiring process is accessible for persons with disabilities. If you have a disability or limitation, such as those covered by the Americans with Disabilities Act, that requires accommodations to assist you in the search and application process, please email us at accessibility@rivian.com.
