Unipres USA
Area MGR - Assembly
Skills
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Important information
Contract type:
Permanent
Salary:
$47,000 – $71,502 / year
Location:
Smyrna, TN, USA
Work mode:
Onsite
Published on:
10 October 2026
What they need
Job Requirements:
High school diploma or GED
Minimum 2 years Assembly experience required, 1 year Assembly Leader experience or 3 years manufacturing experience
Good people/communication skills required
Demonstrate ability to operate all machines in assigned area and ability to adjust automation
Must have satisfactory attendance and safety record
Competency in MS Office
Physical Demands:
C= Continuous (over 2/3 of the workday) F = Frequent (1/3 to 2/3 of the workday) O = Occasional (less than 1/3 of the workday) N = Never
C = Sitting, Working around others, Use of keyboard and computer
F = Working alone, Working with others
O = Lifting 25-50 pounds, Carrying 25-50 pounds
Job Description:
Provides support to Assembly Department by insuring the assembly equipment operates at maximum
capacity. Supports the Kaizen department and provides absentee coverage.
Primary responsibilities: Safety, Quality, Cost and Productivity.
SAFETY
Observe and follow UNIPRES rules and regulations
Maintain satisfactory work area through implementation of 5S
Effectively eliminate safety concerns identified by assembly and plant personnel
Communicate with supervisor all safety items requiring assistance
Investigate accidents, identify root cause and provide countermeasures to prevent reoccurrence
Implement safety countermeasures without assistance
QUALITY
Assist Leader with daily machine and quality inspections requirements
Ensure parts produced meet UNIPRES quality standards
Perform rework or repair as required
Monitor and control Red Box procedure, analyze problems as they arise; report excessive scrap or rework to Department Manager
COST
- Develop cost reduction activities for scope of position within individual department
PRODUCTIVITY
Check equipment start-up and monitor or assist in tip maintenance or equipment problems
Provide technicians with correct working supplies
Assist in monthly line audits
Be proactive in line Kaizen activities for productivity improvement, process NG reduction, scrap reduction.
Recommend and take an active role in improving production methods, technician and equipment performance, product quality and increase total department efficiency utilizing the Kaizen approach
Identify issues with start-up times and administer countermeasures
Plan and coordinate equipment downtime control with lead, supervisor or support personnel where locator pins, sensors, weld gun condition, part fit, nut welders and nut feeders are concerned
GENERAL
Maintain employee's Time and Attendance as outlined by the HR Department
Establish work hour requirements for completion of job assignments
Supervise and coordinate all activities of Assembly Technicians and Leads
Communicate effectively with support personnel about work-related problems and business needs
Communicate effectively with supervisors, management, vendors, suppliers and customers
Practice fair and consistent treatment to all subordinates in all situations
Must be able to work overtime as required
Other duties as assigned by management
Must be an example in attendance, quality and accountability; must demonstrate ability and willingness to perform a wide variety of duties with often changing priorities
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