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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\nThis is a full-time, exempt position intended for recent graduates and early-career engineers. 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This includes applying principles, techniques, procedures, and equipment to the design and production of various goods and services \nProduction and Processing - Knowledge of raw materials, production processes, quality control, costs, and other techniques for maximizing the effective manufacture and distribution of goods \nMechanical - Functional knowledge of machines and tools, including their designs, uses, repair, and maintenance. Applied understanding of predictive, preventive and proactive maintenance methodologies \nCritical Thinking - Using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions or approaches to problems \nReading Comprehension - Understanding written sentences and paragraphs in work related documents \nActive 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 \nMonitoring - Monitoring/Assessing performance of yourself, other individuals, or organizations to make improvements or take corrective action \nPhysical Demands:\nMust be able to frequently move about the manufacturing plant campus, general office environments, production areas, and occasionally ascend/descend stairs\nMust be able to remain in a stationary position 50% of the time\nMust be able to operate a computer and other office productivity machinery\nMust be able to position self to file documents including the top and bottom drawers of file cabinets\nMust be able to occasionally move office equipment and supplies weighing up to 50 pounds\nBenefits:\n401(k), 401(k) matching\nDental insurance, health insurance, vision insurance, life insurance\nPaid Time Off\nPaid Holidays\nHankook Tire is an equal opportunity employer. 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