Quality Technician

Ugn; Monroe (OH); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

UGN Monroe in Ohio is seeking a Quality Technician to ensure product quality on the production floor through inspection, testing, and adherence to customer specs.

You will perform first-off inspections, disposition nonconforming materials, support process changes, and collaborate with teams to maintain safe, efficient operations in a 232,500 square foot automotive-focused facility serving Honda, Toyota, and Subaru.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED (or equivalent)
• 6+ months of related experience or training
• Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals
• Ability to write routine reports and correspondence
• Strong communication skills to speak effectively before groups of customers, team members, and suppliers
• Ability to calculate figures and amounts such as discounts, interest, commissions, proportions, percentages, area, circumference, and volume. Ability to apply concepts of basic algebra and geometry, as necessary
• Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form. Ability to deal with problems involving several variables in standardized situations
• Forklift License, as needed for moving parts

Responsibilities

• Assist in Production Team member training for Quality acceptance criteria
• Inspection and/or Testing required to evaluate the quality of raw materials per specification as required
• Understand and assist with the implementation of process, part, and/or Standard Work changes
• Understand and evaluate parts/materials per Customer specified requirements
• Monitor Production quality per Customer acceptance criteria
• Complete 1 st off & prescribed frequency part inspection/verification of parts
• Inspect, evaluate, and disposition Customer returns
• Sort parts/materials per Customer specifications, as required
• Provide training details to production leadership to evaluate the capabilities or training needs of Team Members
• Receiving inspection of raw materials from suppliers, as specified
• Communicate to Quality, Manufacturing, and Support groups for out-of-specification conditions on parts or materials
• Internal auditing
• Sign off Production Team Members for Quality Alerts, Changes to documentation, etc.
• Training effectiveness audits of Production Team Members
• Participate in Operational / Mechanical Troubleshooting, as necessary
• Capability Studies, as requested
• Perform laboratory evaluations, as required
• Gather, support, and submit samples for testing, as required
• Cross-training for the Manufacturing department knowledge
• Travel to locations for part inspection
• Other duties/requests, as needed

Skills

Communication

Reading & interpreting

Writing reports

MS Office

Forklift license

Education

High School diploma or GED

Tools

Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook)

Job description

Join UGN: A Thriving Team, A Rewarding Career

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 arecognized industry leaderwith a proven track record of success.


• Thrive in a workplace that prioritizesTeam Member satisfactionand professional growth.


• Contribute to a culture grounded in values thatfoster collaboration and innovation.


• Make an impact both professionally and in the community.

At UGN, you’re not just joining a company – you’re joining a team that’s committed to excellence, empowerment, and making every Team Member feel valued.Explore the UGN Way today, and let’s create the future together.

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

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.

Quality Technician role performs all necessary quality functions within the department and production floor: inspection, testing, receiving materials, disposition of nonconforming materials and products, capability studies, result data entry, and team member training.

What you will do for UGN:

• Assist in Production Team member training for Quality acceptance criteria


• Inspection and/or Testing required to evaluate the quality of raw materials per specification as required


• Understand and assist with the implementation of process, part, and/or Standard Work changes


• Understand and evaluate parts/materials per Customer specified requirements


• Monitor Production quality per Customer acceptance criteria


• Complete 1 st off & prescribed frequency part inspection/verification of parts


• Inspect, evaluate, and disposition Customer returns


• Sort parts/materials per Customer specifications, as required


• Provide training details to production leadership to evaluate the capabilities or training needs of Team Members


• Receiving inspection of raw materials from suppliers, as specified


• Communicate to Quality, Manufacturing, and Support groups for out-of-specification conditions on parts or materials


• Internal auditing


• Sign off Production Team Members for Quality Alerts, Changes to documentation, etc.


• Training effectiveness audits of Production Team Members


• Participate in Operational / Mechanical Troubleshooting, as necessary


• Capability Studies, as requested


• Perform laboratory evaluations, as required


• Gather, support, and submit samples for testing, as required


• Cross-training for the Manufacturing department knowledge


• Travel to locations for part inspection


• Other duties/requests, as needed

What you will bring to UGN:

• High School diploma or general equivalency diploma (GED); or equivalent combination of education and experience.


• 6+ months of related experience or training.


• Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.


• Ability to write routine reports and correspondence.


• Strong communication skills to speak effectively before groups of customers, team members, and suppliers.


• Ability to calculate figures and amounts such as discounts, interest, commissions, proportions, percentages, area, circumference, and volume. Ability to apply concepts of basic algebra and geometry, as necessary.


• Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form. Ability to deal with problems involving several variables in standardized situations.


• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications – Word, Excel, Outlook and internet software.


• Forklift License, as needed for moving parts.

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 www.dhs.gov/E-Verify . E-Verify is a registered trademark of the U.S. Department of Homeland Security.

Equal Opportunity Employer

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