Process Engineer

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.

• 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
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• Make an impact, both professionally and in the community.

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
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In 2018, UGN invested $50 million in the facility’s growth, adding 150,000 square feet (65%) to plant capacity. This investment further solidifies UGN Monroe’s reputation as a trusted Tier One partner in the automotive industry.

Ready to take the next step?and discover your place in the UGN team.

The Process Engineer plans the utilization of facilities, equipment, materials, and personnel to improve the efficiency of operations while maintaining Company-established safety standards. This position is located at our plant in Monroe, OH
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• Support manufacturing operations when needed.
• Study functional statements, organization charts, and project information to determine functions and responsibilities of team members and work units to identify areas of duplication.
• Establish work measurement programs and analyze work samples to develop standards for labor utilization.
• Develop standardized work instructions as required.
• Analyze workforce utilization, facility layout, and operational data such as production costs, process flow charts, and production schedules to determine efficient utilization of team members and equipment.
• Recommend methods for improving team member efficiency and reducing waste of materials and utilities such as restructuring job duties, reorganizing workflow, relocating workstations and equipment, and purchasing equipment.
• Confer with management and engineering to implement plans and recommendations.
• May directly supervise Process Specialists, if any, in the Process Engineering Department.
• Maintain regular attendance and punctuality.
• Other duties may be assigned.

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering required or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• 3+ years of related experience within process engineering.
• 3+ years of automotive manufacturing experience.
• Knowledge and experience with lean manufacturing principles such as Kaizen, 5S, Six Sigma, and TPS (Toyota Production System).
• Ability to work effectively with cross-functional teams and manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Should be a self-starter with a sense of urgency.
• Should be detail-oriented with plant floor layout experience.
• Must have mechanical aptitude; an innovator who thinks outside the box.
• The ability to lead brainstorming activities, problem-solving, and root cause analysis.
• Ability to design machinery components on/for existing equipment.
• Working knowledge of hydraulic systems…