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Job Title: Production Control Engineer I
Department: TP)Production Management Team
Shift: Core business hours are Monday-Friday, 8am-5pm
Direct Report: Production Control Unit Manager
Type: Exempt; Full-time

We are looking for a reliable Production Engineer to learn, understand, and perform advanced or specialized engineering duties in the Production Management Team: analyzing production capacity, line balance, production scheduling, and monthly production closing. Complete and implement KPI's for the department. Also, perform internal audits to ensure our facility meets requirements. Supporting Metrics: Increased operation rate/ Stabilized line balance/ Reduced operator & machine issues/ Improved overall production environment/ Prompt troubleshooting/ Sophisticated production schedule/ Flawless production closing

You should be a good problem solver with creative approach to your tasks, deeply concerned about quality and efficiency and well-versed in the latest technology trends and best practices.

• Work with a "Safety Always" mindset through supporting and promoting continuous improvement of safety and health in the workplace
• Perform all duties with a "Quality First" mindset through improvement of work processes and procedures to eliminate and prevent defects
• Develop and maintain a "big picture" focus and understanding of the complete tire manufacturing process within the first 3-months of employment
• Establish good rapport and build working relationships and networks with peers, technicians and other employees to develop a strong network/ support base
• Remain current with professional practices and maintain a high awareness of new products and procedures in the industry. Monitor trade publications and actively participate in professional organizations
• Communicate information timely and clearly
• Assist higher-level engineers by developing improvement ideas and perform other activities as required
• Establish a working pattern where all work activities and plans are "audit ready"
• Develop a flexible personal work schedule as TP is a 24/7 operation to ensure necessary work is completed to meet required deadlines through taking ownership in your area of responsibility
• Perform routine duties requiring application and knowledge of basic engineering principles
• Prepare simple and routine plans, calculations and cost estimates by following standard engineering practices and procedures
• Interpret engineering specifications and solve routine problems by applying defined procedures with proven precedent
• Systematically identify causes of problems and identify possible solutions in a Plan - Do - Check - Analysis methodology
• Drive cooperation between operators and schedulers to support equipment up-time objectives
• Develop an understanding of the manufacturing system and use it when making production schedules and performing production closing
• Analyze production capacity and bottleneck improvement
• Analyze and improve line balance, operation rates, and productivity in all areas
• Troubleshoot issues with production in a timely manner
• Create daily and weekly production schedules by understanding overall operation of the plant, customer demands, inventory levels, and production constraints
• Support the implementation of more efficient processes by focusing on opportunities for improvement
• Participate in Value Stream Mapping activities to identify NVA and eliminate redundancy and waste
• Perform other duties as assigned by management

Education:

• (Required) bachelor's degree, field of science or learning major
• (Preferred) computer sciences/industrial engineering major or advanced degree in a related field

Experience:

• (Required) 0+ years of proven engineering experience in the manufacturing industry

Language:

• (Required) good command of written and spoken English

Skills and Knowledge:

• Administration and Management - Knowledge of business and management principles involved in strategic planning, resource allocation, human resources modeling, leadership technique, production methods, and coordination of people and resources
• Engineering and Technology - Demonstrated know-how related to practical application of engineering science and technology. This includes applying principles, techniques, procedures, and equipment to the design and production of various goods and services
• Production and Processing - Knowledge of raw materials, production processes, quality control, costs, and other techniques for maximizing the effective manufacture and distribution of goods
• Mechanical - Functional knowledge of machines and tools, including their designs, uses, repair, and maintenance. Applied understanding of predictive, preventive and proactive maintenance methodologies
• Critical Thinking - Using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions or approaches to problems
• Reading Comprehension - Understanding written sentences and paragraphs in work related documents
• Active Listening - Giving full attention to what other people are saying, taking time to understand the points being made, asking questions as appropriate, and not interrupting at inappropriate times
• Monitoring - Monitoring/Assessing performance of yourself, other individuals, or organizations to make improvements or take corrective action

Physical Demands:

• Must be able to frequently move about the manufacturing plant campus, general office environments, production areas, and occasionally ascend/descend stairs
• Must be able to remain in a stationary position 50% of the time
• Must be able to operate a computer and other office productivity machinery
• Must be able to position self to file documents including the top and bottom drawers of file cabinets
• Must be able to occasionally move office equipment and supplies weighing up to 50 pounds

Benefits:

• 401(k), 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance, health insurance, vision insurance, life insurance
• Paid Time Off
• Paid Holidays

Hankook Tire is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

DISCLAIMER: The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by individuals assigned to this position. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified.