Manufacturing Engineer

At the interface of design, engineering and supply logistics, REHAU Automotive and SRG Global combine to form RESRG - a leading global supplier of coated exterior systems and components. With a combined track record of over 160 years across four continents and 22 production sites, RESRG's 10,000 skilled team members manufacture the latest exterior systems and components for the world's leading automotive manufacturers.

RESRG Automotive is seeking you to join our team as a Manufacturing Engineer in our Newbern, TN!

Your Job

The Manufacturing Engineer plays a pivotal role in driving performance and continuous improvement across the paint line. This position is responsible for collecting, analyzing, and leveraging data to identify root causes, reduce defects, and enhance operational efficiency. The ideal candidate brings advanced problem-solving expertise—such as Six Sigma Black Belt, Red X, or other structured methodologies—to support the Paint Manager and cross-functional teams.

What you Will do in Your Role

• Track and report paint line Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) with precision and consistency.
• Prepare and present daily performance reports for morning staff meetings.
• Conduct detailed scrap analysis focused on the top 5 defects, including trend identification and root cause investigation.
• Lead PDCA (Plan-Do-Check-Act) cycles targeting KPI improvements; assign ownership and enforce deadlines.
• Apply advanced problem-solving tools (e.g., Six Sigma, Red X, DMAIC, 8D) to resolve chronic issues and drive sustainable improvements.
• Oversee production labeling processes and training to ensure inventory accuracy.
• Identify and resolve gaps or inconsistencies in data entry and reporting.
• Monitor and analyze paint line downtime, providing actionable insights and corrective actions.
• Collaborate with the Defect Analyst to mitigate risks and improve quality outcomes.
• Design and implement automated, real-time data collection systems for the paint line.
• Communicate findings across departments to support data-driven decision-making.

Who You Are (Basic Qualifications)

What Will Put You Ahead

About the Company

We are a fast-growing B2B company with a strong internal culture that values respect for others, diversity, serving a greater purpose, and passionate creativity. We have a dynamic and growing global footprint. A diverse and team-focused workforce. Create the next generation of innovation. Career paths that enable professional growth and development. Strongly committed to serving our community and environment. A safe, fun workplace focused on health and wellness. A competitive compensation and benefits package.

Our Benefits

Our goal is for each employee, and their families, to live fulfilling and healthy lives. We provide essential resources and support to build and maintain physical, financial, and emotional strength - focusing on overall wellbeing so you can focus on what matters most. Our benefits plan includes - medical, dental, vision, flexible spending and health savings accounts, life insurance, ADD, disability, retirement, paid vacation / time off, educational assistance, paid parental leave and adoption assistance. Specific eligibility criteria is set by the applicable Summary Plan Description, policy or guideline and benefits may vary by geographic region. If you have questions on what benefits apply to you, please speak to your recruiter.

Equal Opportunities

Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability and protected veteran status. Except where prohibited by state law, some offers of employment are conditioned upon successfully passing a drug test. This employer uses E-Verify.