Process Improvement Specialist

Position Summary: The Specialist position will utilize their skills to evaluate, develop and improve the manufacturing processes and methods in the Sub, Main, and Test department while also focusing on Safety, Quality, and Production requirements.
Essential Functions (include but are not limited to): Corporate: Adheres to the Hyundai Transys Georgia Powertrain (HTGP) policies and procedures Learns, demonstrates and upholds HTGP Core Values Complies with all HTGP Certification standards; Management System (IATF 16949), Environmental ISO 14001 and Health and Safety ISO 45001 policies and procedures Treats all HTGP team members with respect and professional courtesy Always strives to maintain a positive work environment Performs additional assignments / duties as required by management EHS: Adheres to all safety policies and procedures Complies with all safety policies and 5S clean philosophy to maintain a safe, clean working environment Consistently meets company safety goals Technical: Analyzes and resolves work problems, and assists employees in solving daily production problems Coordinates and leads project activities assigned by management.
Understands and analyzes equipment data Support as needed in counter measures for inline, customer and market quality problems Develop, analyze and continuously improve performance of assigned area in safety, quality, production, cost, and human factors.
Evaluates manufacturing processes by designing and conducting research programs; applying knowledge of product design, fabrication, assembly, tooling, and materials; conferring with equipment vendors; soliciting observations from operators.
Improves manufacturing efficiency by analyzing and planning work flow, space requirements, and equipment layout Creates and implements countermeasures for equipment & quality issues Works with equipment suppliers & contractors to install or improve equipment or processes Creates & implements capital projects Leads and reports on all projects to ensure competition of projects such as improvements, corrective actions, capital investments, counter measures, new products.
Must be hands on when problem solving and supporting equipment issues Prepares reports and presentations, improvements, corrective actions, quality issues etc.
as required.
Additional duties / projects as assigned Leadership: Enforces clean philosophy (5S) to maintain a clean working environment and all other HTGP policies and procedures Contributes to team efforts by accomplishing KPI goals Builds and sustains positive team relations and effectively handles team relation issues Builds and sustains positive relationships with support organizations Communicates effectively to management and team members Education High School/GED 4 Year Degree or comparable background of work related experience Bilingual (Korean) Reporting Reports to: Assembly Manager Competency Requirements SUPERVISORY COMPETENCY Effectively demonstrates leadership/management competencies; communicates critical issues to manager in a timely manner; meets deadlines; manages and resolves conflicts in a positive manner; creates a positive work environment; coaches and mentors Team Members; facilitates Team Member learning; clearly defines development expectations; measures results/outcomes; understands importance of labor relations; manages Team Member/ unit performance; determines objectives/strategies; controls budget/resource utilization; meets unit/department goals; effectively uses process/project management principles; demonstrates and applies policy and procedures to achieve area business results; develops and implements countermeasures to eliminate root cause and prevent problem recurrence; provides data as needed.
CORE COMPETENCIES Communication: Works to insure respectful, timely, accurate and appropriate communication across all levels of the organization.
Initiative: Identifies problems and takes action in light of this identification to address current or future problems.
Proactively does things and does not simply think about future actions.
Engagement: Engages team members in developing goals, executing plans and delivering results (output).
Motivates team members through clear and consistent communication.
Models adaptability.
Uses collaboration and influence skills to achieve successful outcomes.
Leads by Example: Sets a good example for subordinates to follow.
Does not ask subordinates to do anything he/she is not willing to do.
Customer Service Orientation: Focuses efforts on discovering and meeting the customer’s needs.
Develops trust in all relationships internally and externally.
Work Habits: Efficiently organizes and executes assignments.
Demonstrates self-discipline and reliability.
Analytical Skills / Problem Solving: Understands situations, problems, or issues by breaking them down into smaller pieces, or tracing the implications of a situation in a step by step way.
Systematically organizes the parts of problems.
Makes systematic comparisons of data or aspects, prioritizing, planning, and developing countermeasures.
Flexibility / Adaptability: Adapts and works effectively in a variety of situations and with various individuals or groups.
Seeks and appreciates opposing perspectives on issues.
Adapts approach as the requirements of the situation change.
Changes or easily accepts change in organization or job requirements.
Works Safely: Strives for an accident-free workplace.
Keeps safety at the “heart” of everything done.
Treats safety as a personal responsibility and sees oneself as being responsible for the safety of others.
Team Work: Contributes meaningfully to work group efforts by offering new ideas for improvement.
Demonstrates a cooperative manner in dealing with supervisors and other team members.
Does his/her part toward group efforts.
Mutual Respect and Support: Works cooperatively with others.
Welcomes and takes advantage of opposing ideas and opinions.
Is always respectful to others.
TECHNICAL COMPETENCY* Displays knowledge & skills necessary to perform assigned duties; understands Processes, procedures, standards, methods and technologies related to assignments; demonstrates functional/technical literacy; participates in measuring outcomes of work; keeps current on new developments in field of expertise: effectively uses available technology (automation, software, etc.
) *Applies companywide but are specifically defined per position essential functions.
Physical Demands and Work Environment Physical demands also at times may include safely handling multiple, continuous parts flow in and out of manufacturing operations work areas which requires pushing and pulling of carts.
Work environment is climate controlled in most areas.
Physical Task Demand Remark Physical Task Demand Remark Stand / Walk Frequent (34 - 66%) Forceful Grip Rare (1-5%) Sit Frequent (34 – 66%) Fine Manipulation Frequent (34-67%) Bend/Stoop/Squat Rare (1 - 5%) Lift Rare (1 – 5 reps) 15 lb max Forward Reach Occasional (6-33%) Carry Rare (1 – 5 reps) 15 lb max Overhead Reach Rare (1 - 5%) Push / Pull Rare (1 – 5 reps) 15 lb max Position Requirements and Qualifications 4 years or more job related experience preferred.
Assembly experience is required.
Software Skills Required MS-Excel MS-PowerPoint MS-Word MS-Outlook SAP (preferred) VAATZ (preferred) Working Knowledge of AUTOCAD Department Specific software not otherwise mentioned Other Information Must be available to move or work on other shifts as needed.
Position may require domestic or international travel.
Flexibility in working hours to include nights, weekends and holidays as required.
Tier-1 Automotive experience is preferred Transmission Assembly is preferred Cross Cultural experience is preferred OT required as needed.
Qualifications Must be at least 18 years of age.
Must be eligible to work in the United States and possess the basic ability to read, write and communicate in English.
Must satisfactorily complete HTGP hiring process requirements, which includes phone interview, in-person interview, medical and functional assessment, drug screen and background check.
Candidates must be able to work some overtime hours and occasional weekend days.
Candidates must be capable of working on their feet for long periods, demonstrating hand dexterity and tolerating repetitious work patterns.
This role description is a guideline and does not create contractual rights between the Company and any of its employees.
The Company does not enter into any type of employment contract, implied or written, with its employees regarding job security.
This Organization Participates in E-Verify.
We maintain a drug free workplace and perform pre-employment substance abuse testing.