Job Details

Coatings Specialist – Corporate Coordinator

Company: Virginia Transformer Corporation

Location: Roanoke, VA

Department: Manufacturing / Engineering / Quality

Position Summary

The Coatings Specialist – Corporate Coordinator is responsible for developing, standardizing, and optimizing coating and surface treatment processes across VTC manufacturing operations. This role serves as the subject matter expert for industrial coatings, ensuring compliance with industry standards, improving durability and performance of transformer components, and driving continuous improvement across multiple facilities.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop, standardize, and implement coating processes across manufacturing sites, including liquid painting and electrostatic coating
• Ensure compliance with NACE/AMPP, SSPC, and ISO coating standards
• Define and optimize surface preparation methods, coating application techniques, and curing processes
• Evaluate and control process variables affecting coating performance and product quality
• Lead troubleshooting and resolution of coating defects using root cause analysis methodologies
• Oversee and support coating inspections and testing, including WFT/DFT measurements, adhesion testing, curing validation, and color verification
• Collaborate with engineering, production, and quality teams to improve coating performance and manufacturability
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives using Lean Manufacturing, Kaizen, APQP, and FMEA tools
• Develop and maintain technical procedures, specifications, and work instructions
• Conduct process audits and ensure compliance with quality management systems
• Support new product introduction (NPI) with coating process development, validation, and implementation
• Train and mentor production personnel on coating processes, standards, and best practices

Qualifications

Required

• Bachelor's degree in Chemical, Materials, Industrial Engineering, or related field
• Minimum 3+ years of experience in manufacturing, process engineering, or quality engineering
• Strong knowledge of industrial coating processes, including liquid painting, electrostatic application, and substrate preparation
• Experience with process development and standardization
• Knowledge of NACE/AMPP, SSPC, and ISO coating standards
• Proven ability to apply root cause analysis tools
• Bilingual: English (B2/C1) and conversational Spanish
• Strong communication and cross-functional collaboration skills

Preferred

• Knowledge of coating materials such as epoxy resins, polyurethanes, phosphates, and varnishes
• Experience with coating inspection and testing methods (WFT, DFT, adhesion, curing, colorimetry)
• Familiarity with quality management systems and process auditing
• Experience with metrology, calibration, and validation of coating equipment
• Background in training, instruction, or technical development
• Experience in transformer manufacturing or heavy industrial environments

Core Competencies

• Leadership: Influences cross-functional teams without direct authority
• Strategic Thinking: Understands integration between design, production, and customer requirements
• Problem Solving: Strong analytical and structured troubleshooting skills
• Communication: Effectively trains and empowers shop floor personnel
• Adaptability: Thrives in dynamic manufacturing environments and change initiatives
• Autonomy: Self-directed with strong prioritization and execution

Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive salary based on experience
• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) with company match
• Paid time off and holidays
• Career development and advancement opportunities

Why Join Virginia Transformer Corporation

• Work with a leading manufacturer supporting critical power infrastructure
• Opportunity to influence processes across multiple facilities
• Exposure to advanced industrial coating technologies
• Collaborative, growth-oriented culture