Production Shift Coordinator

About Us

At UGN, what truly sets us apart as a great place to work is our culture, which we call The UGN Way. The UGN Way is grounded in our commitment to our values of Respect, Trust, and Communication. We are an agile organization of empowered Team Members working together to create outstanding results. We are proud of the success we achieve by collaborating exceptionally well, caring for one another, and holding ourselves and each other accountable to high standards.

UGN Monroe, located in Ohio, is a 232,500 square foot facility opened in September 2015, specializing in top-tier acoustic insulation, carpet, and underfloor technologies for automotive partners such as Honda, Toyota, and Subaru. With approximately 400 Team Members, the plant expanded in 2018 with a $50 million investment, adding 150,000 square feet to its capacity.

Why Join UGN?

• Be part of a recognized industry leader with a proven track record of success.
• Thrive in a workplace that prioritizes Team Member satisfaction and professional growth.
• Contribute to a culture grounded in values that foster collaboration and innovation.
• Make an impact both professionally and in the community.

Responsibilities

• Confer with management to establish production and quality control standards.
• Operate within the budget and cost controls to obtain data regarding types, quantities, specifications, and delivery of products ordered.
• Plan and coordinate production activities with all plant departments.
• Establish production priorities for products in keeping with effective operations and cost factors.
• Review and analyze all reports to determine causes of nonconformity with product specifications, operating or production problems.
• Develop and implement operating methods and procedures through appropriate channels designed to eliminate operating problems and improve product quality.
• Revise production schedules and priorities as a result of equipment failure or operating problems.
• Work with Process Engineering on equipment modifications to improve production and quality of products.
• Perform as a key member of BAMA, TPS, and TPM activities.
• Oversee Maintenance, Quality, and Materials on the off-shifts as needed.
• Compile, store, and retrieve production data.
• Participate in production when personnel shortages or production challenges occur.
• Overnight travel to customer location may be required to support product-related quality issues.
• Directly supervises team members per shift in the department. Is responsible for the overall direction, coordination, and evaluation of Team Members.
• Monitors daily activities of Maintenance, Quality, and Shipping personnel on the shift.
• Carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organization's policies and applicable laws. Responsibilities include interviewing, hiring, and training of team members; planning, assigning, and directing work; appraising performance; rewarding and disciplining employees; coaching Team Members; addressing complaints and resolving problems.
• Other duties may be assigned.

Requirements

• One year certificate from college or technical school; and two plus years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Previous experience as a Production Supervisor in a manufacturing environment preferred.
• 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 employees of the organization.
• Experience in dealing with problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations.
• Knowledge of Internet software; Inventory software; Manufacturing software; Project Management software; Spreadsheet software, and Oracle ERP.
• Valid driver's license required.

Schedule

This opportunity is for 1st shift (6:30 AM – 3:00 PM).