Process Engineer

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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.

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.

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 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.

UGN Monroe: where innovation, service, and success drive us forward.

Ready to take the next step? Apply now 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 .


What you will do for UGN:

• 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.

What you will bring to UGN:

• Bachelor's degree preferred or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• 3+ years of related experience within process engineering.
• 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 and components.
• To perform this job successfully, an individual should have knowledge of database software, design software, development software, Internet software, manufacturing software, project management software, and spreadsheet software (Microsoft Office, AutoCAD, Minitab, Oracle ERP system).
• This is a hands-on position that will require work on occasional weekends and holidays as projects are implemented.

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. UGN participates in E-Verify. For more information, go to E-Verify is a registered trademark of the U.S. Department of Homeland Security.


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