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ESAM ELSAFTY

Macomb,MI

Summary

Proactive Automation Engineering possessing in- depth knowledge of Paint automotive Robot programming.

More than 15 years’ experience in the automation field.

I also offer great knowledge of painting process, including mix Room responsibilities, power wash & Ovens. I maintain physical condition appropriate to the Performance of assigned duties and responsibilities. I consider myself an excellent problem solver, adaptable to a variety of situations and confident in my ability to make quick decisions under pressure. Lean manufacturing mindset & I am very adept at utilizing continuous improvements from the six sigma model and kaizen. I am a very firm believer that every process can be optimized for the greater benefit of both the environment and the company's bottom line. Most people would tell you that my best quality is my dedication. I spend the extra time to ensure that the job is done right the first time and am sure to follow up for validation. I am confident that I would not only do a good job if given the opportunity to work with you, but truly excel at it!


Overview

21
21
years of professional experience
2000
2000
years of post-secondary education
5
5
Certifications
2
2
Languages

Work History

Sr. Paint Automation Engineer

LUCID Motors
01.2024 - Current
  • Successfully coordinated and launched Phase 2 modifications in Lucid AMP1 paint, 5 new paint zones during a 4-week shutdown with complete color harmony and quality validation
  • Lead in ATS process for equipment buyoff in paint booth
  • Worked for Automation supplier with commissioning, buy off equipment, Launching and Production support
  • Assisted and lead automation for gravity model paint application development
  • Assisted with the new paintshop in KSA such as SOW, RFQ, reviewing bids from vendors

SR. Paint Process Engineer

FANUC Robotics North America
01.2013 - 01.2024
  • Design and implement robot processes and spray application parameter for installation in the end-user facility
  • Install, launch, and optimize the programs at customer site
  • Develop robot programs offline using PaintPRO
  • Perform process system verification testing at modular build
  • Use offline simulation tools for system design or advanced robot programming
  • Perform spray testing in the laboratory to determine the optimal application settings
  • Provide Project and customer troubleshooting and support to existing installations
  • Perform process engineering analysis and feasibility studies of paint automation equipment required for the release of customer quotation
  • Provide advanced process engineering support for difficult applications and field troubleshooting for identified process and application equipment problems
  • Optimize the integration of application equipment, specifically bell atomizers and fluid delivery equipment for project (e.g
  • Optimize color change, ensure proper setting per system verification manual, etc)
  • Ensure equipment is installed and configured optimally during modular builds and fields
  • Provide Training to customer’s engineers and customers on application equipment and process
  • Provide project support to verify and ensure that application equipment is performing as expected
  • Provide recommendations for application equipment improvements to enhance performance and reduce cost for updates to system verifications manuals and troubleshooting methods
  • Ability to record and interpret paint quality data such film builds, defects, and color/quality
  • Perform customer demonstration or system validation
  • Provide technical expertise and assurance to customer during sales appointments with sales
  • Coordinate with other project team members during system installation
  • Provide feedback and suggestions for product design improvements
  • Provide progress updates as required to managements

Robot Programmer/ Lead Paint Technician

Continental Structural Plastics (C.S.P)
01.2010 - 01.2013
  • Programmed new product lines such as Corvette, Ford Raptor, and Ford Navigator, Frisker Karma and more
  • (Fanuc P-145)
  • Improving conveyor speed from 13 Ft
  • /minute to 17 Ft
  • /minute
  • New carrier configuration implemented from 2 or 4 parts per a carrier to 4 or 8 parts per a carrier, achieving 200% increase
  • Directing and programming robot process configurations for continuous improvement
  • Inspection and maintenance of equipment for maximum efficiency
  • Quality assurance and documentation
  • Troubleshooting and crisis management
  • Make sure paint line downtime is minimal while producing high quality products

ABB Robot Technician

Erler Industries
01.2009 - 01.2010
  • Painting Appliances exterior parts
  • ABB program adjustments to improve painting quality
  • PM and maintain 2K Units
  • Mix paint
  • Check viscosity, and paint temperature before the start of the shift
  • Make sure paint line downtime is minimal while producing high quality products

Facility Process Technician

Meridian Automotive Systems
01.2008 - 01.2009
  • Program, Operate, Maintain, PM P-250 FANUC robots
  • Respond to request to work overtime when conditions warrant and directed by management
  • Perform assigned weekend and holiday standby duties to respond to emergencies as scheduled by management
  • PM and maintain 2K Units
  • Mix paint
  • Check viscosity, and paint temperature before the start of the shift
  • Inspect work sites to take dimensions, layout work, and estimates materials required
  • Helped facility to launch Jeep hard top and Honda bed floor products

Paint line team leader

Magna Composites LLC.
01.2008 - 07.2008
  • Helped Facility to start new product lines (Honda Bed floor and Corvette Roof)
  • Leaded and trained a team of painter, Loaders, Un-loaders, and Inspectors
  • PM and maintain 2K Units
  • Mix paint
  • Check viscosity, and paint temperature before the start of the shift
  • Respond to request to work overtime when conditions warrant and directed by management
  • Communicate with managers about issues and suggested solution to the issues

Shift Lead Robot Technician

Meridian Automotive Systems
01.2004 - 01.2008
  • Program, maintain and operate P-145 Fanuc robots
  • Lead paint group (Painters, Paint Mixer, Assistant Technician, Inspectors)
  • Trained new associates to perform the job requirements
  • Match paint colors and textures
  • Make sure paint line downtime is minimal while producing high quality products
  • Communicate with managers about issues and suggested solution to the issues
  • Helped facility to launch Jeep hard top and Honda products
  • Helped facility to gain customers quality and delivery awards
  • Cleaned work area and maintained paint shop and tools
  • Performed other duties as assigned
  • Did painting

Education

Bachelor's degree - Psychology

Tanta University

High school diploma - undefined

Elsadat high school

Certification

Fanuc PaintPro, 2014

Summaryofqualifications

14, Robot programming and program adjustments for FANUC Robots, Understanding of painting process components, Ability to communicate and assimilate information, Operating assigned equipment, Decision-making under pressure, Leading and training staff, Selecting and applying paint products, Performing facilities audits, Planning work schedules and assigning duties, Excellent computer skills, Problem-solving and adaptability, Lean manufacturing and continuous improvement, Saved company close to 15% on wasted material in three months, equating to nearly $180,000 annually, Reliable, Hardworking, Dedicated, Detail-oriented

Qualifications Summary

  • Excellent knowledge of maintenance on robot systems, conveyors & their various components
  • Complete knowledge of 1K and 2K, waterborne, solventborne, prime, monocot and base/clear paint systems
  • Experience with paint vendors such as PPG, Red Spot, Rohm & Haas/Nippon, BASF and others
  • Solid knowledge of paint testing, including chemistry and paint kitchen knowledge
  • Currently taking Fanuc training for IR Vision, Sealer, Welding and material handling robots
  • Secondary tooling design including paint fixtures for both current and upcoming product
  • Root Cause Analysis Team Leader
  • Identifying new process methods that improve production yield and cut excess scrap
  • Complete knowledge of quality specifications and rejection criteria as it pertains to painted exterior parts
  • Thorough knowledge of documentation for TS-16949 Quality Procedures
  • Programming Fanuc Robots

Timeline

Sr. Paint Automation Engineer

LUCID Motors
01.2024 - Current

SR. Paint Process Engineer

FANUC Robotics North America
01.2013 - 01.2024

Robot Programmer/ Lead Paint Technician

Continental Structural Plastics (C.S.P)
01.2010 - 01.2013

ABB Robot Technician

Erler Industries
01.2009 - 01.2010

Facility Process Technician

Meridian Automotive Systems
01.2008 - 01.2009

Paint line team leader

Magna Composites LLC.
01.2008 - 07.2008

Shift Lead Robot Technician

Meridian Automotive Systems
01.2004 - 01.2008

High school diploma - undefined

Elsadat high school
Fanuc PaintPro, 2014
Fanuc Material handling, 2014
Fanuc Advanced TPP, 2014
Fanuc Paint Operation, 2014
3DX CATIA, 2024

Bachelor's degree - Psychology

Tanta University
ESAM ELSAFTY