Process Specialist

About the role

Step into the future of manufacturing excellence at UGN Monroe in Ohio!

Officially opened in September 2015 as a 232,500 square foot facility, this cutting-edge operation is a powerhouse of innovation and quality. With approximately 400 dedicated Team Members, the Monroe plant specializes in delivering top-tier acoustic insulation, carpet, and underfloor technologies to companies such as Honda, Toyota, and Subaru. In 2018, UGN invested $50 million in the facility’s growth, adding and additional 150,000 square feet (65%) to plant capacity. This investment further solidifying UGN Monroe’s reputation as a trusted Tier One partner in the automotive industry.

Responsibilities

• Determine optimum process conditions for new and existing products.
• Initiate process improvements to maximize manufacturing output and reduce costs.
• Develop Standard Operating Procedures (work instructions) for processes and equipment.
• Contribute to the development and implementation of interdepartmental programs.
• Assist in the implementation of process improvement and cost reduction programs.
• Understand all aspects of TPS and use this knowledge to train other team members.
• Investigate problems and formulate solutions.
• Cookordinate activities of contractors and vendors.
• Visit customers, suppliers and vendors as needed for quality defect analysis and solution implementation.
• Perform capacity studies on all plant processes.
• Research best equipment for application along with costs.
• Perform programming changes to robots as required.
• Maintain regular attendance and punctuality.
• Other duties may be assigned.

Requirements

• Associate degree (A.A.) from a two-year college or technical school or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• 2-3+ years of related experience and/or training in a manufacturing environment.
• Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.
• Ability to write routine reports and correspondence.
• Ability to speak effectively before groups of customers or members of the organization.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications--Word, Excel, Access, and Microsoft Outlook.
• Knowledge of Design software; Development software; Internet software; and Project Management software.

Qualifications

We strive to ensure each team member feels valued, respected, and included and is presented with equal opportunities to be successful here at UGN. We are proud to be an equal-opportunity workplace.

Skills

• Manufacturing experience.
• Process improvement skills.
• Teamwork and collaboration.
• Problem-solving abilities.
• Communication skills.
• Technical proficiency with Microsoft Office and Design/Development/Internet/Project Management software.

Benefits

We strive to ensure each team member feels valued, respected, and included and is presented with equal opportunities to be successful here at UGN. We are proud to be an equal-opportunity workplace.

Pay

The pay range for this position is $XX - $YY per hour, depending on experience and qualifications.

Schedule

The schedule for this position is typically Monday through Friday, with occasional overtime as needed.