Process Engineering Technician - Powder Coat Paint Line at Premier Marine – US, Minnesota

At Premier Marine, we believe that people come first, and as a valued Process Engineering Technician, you will play a crucial role in our family-owned business. Guided by our core values of Integrity, Excellence, Attitude, and Collaboration, you’ll join a dedicated team where your contributions matter. Here, you’ll work on building the world’s best pontoons in a supportive environment that focuses on your personal and professional development. We're committed to ensuring you thrive, so together, we can leave a wake that changes lives on and off the water.

Job Summary

The Manufacturing Engineering Technician will support Premier Marine’s Paint Line and Maintenance Operations by ensuring reliable operation, improvement, and documentation of manufacturing processes. Production improvements include process documentation, line balancing, material flow delivery, part presentation, workstation layout, 5S, elimination of errors, problem solving, and equipment reliability. Significant collaboration with cross functional teams including engineering, materials, quality, production, and training to resolve productivity, quality, and flow issues.

Management Responsibilities

The Manufacturing Technician is not a supervisory role.

Essential Job Functions

Paint Line Support

• Assist in monitoring, troubleshooting, and improving paint line operations, including conveyors, ovens, spray equipment, and chemical systems.
• Collect and analyze process data (temperature, cure times, coating thickness, flow rates, etc.) to identify trends and improvement opportunities.
• Support quality checks and ensure paint process parameters remain within specifications.
• Partner with engineers to test and validate process changes or equipment upgrades.

Facilities & Maintenance Support

• Assist with preventative and corrective maintenance activities for facility systems (compressed air, HVAC, water treatment, electrical distribution, etc.).
• Document and track facility and equipment downtime, root causes, and corrective actions.
• Provide technical support during equipment installations, moves, or modifications.
• Maintain accurate drawings, schematics, and records for assigned systems.

Continuous Improvement

• Participate in problem-solving activities (5-Whys, fishbone, root cause analysis).
• Recommend and help implement improvements to reduce waste, improve energy efficiency, and extend equipment life.
• Support lean manufacturing and 5S initiatives on the paint line and in facility areas.

Safety & Compliance

• Ensure compliance with environmental, health, and safety standards, especially related to paint and chemical handling.
• Participate in audits, inspections, and corrective action planning.
• Support training of operators and maintenance staff on process changes and equipment best practices.

Required Skills/Abilities

• Position requires a self-motivated individual who can perform multiple tasks and is able to balance many demands at once.
• Be a performance, results-driven individual focused on teamwork with the ability to create/sustain a strong, positive, vibrant culture.
• Strong organizational, communication, and leadership skills.
• Excellent verbal and written skills required.
• Proficiency with PC's (MS Office) and CAD software.
• Excellent mechanical and electrical aptitude.
• Understanding of Statistical Process Control.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Data acquisition equipment experience.

Education and Experience Requirements

• High school diploma or GED required
• 2-year technical degree preferred
• 3 - 5 years manufacturing experience required

Physical Requirements

The physical demands needed are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job (sitting, standing, walking the manufacturing floor, typing and the ability to lift 15-20 pounds). Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this role.

Premier Marine offers a comprehensive total rewards package designed to support employees’ health, well-being, and growth. Benefits include medical, dental, and vision coverage; life and disability insurance; 401(k) retirement savings; paid time off; paid holidays; volunteer PTO; and access to an Employee Assistance Program. Additional programs such as a referral bonus, leadership development opportunities, and participation in the Employee Boat Club are also available.

*The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified. All personnel may be required to perform duties outside of their normal responsibilities from time to time, as needed. This document does not create an employment contract, implied or otherwise, other than an "at-will" employment relationship. Premier Marine, LLC retains the discretion to add duties or change the duties of this position at any time.