Production Planner

Electrode Production Supervisor/Planner

Ultium Cells Overview:

Ultium Cells, LLC. is a joint venture Lithium-ion battery cell manufacturing plant between LG Energy Solution, Ltd., and General Motors. This high-technology plant will have the latest in battery cell manufacturing technology. Ultium Cells’ partners include LG Energy Solution, Ltd.; the world’s largest manufacturer of automotive battery cells, and General Motors; a global company committed to delivering safer, better and more sustainable ways for people to get around.

Job Description:

We are looking for an experienced, proactive, and creative individual to join our Electrode Production team as a General Affairs Planner / Production Supervisor. This role spans a wide variety of responsibilities. Your primary role will be to manage the many non-supervisory tasks that need to be performed within the department. However, you may also be responsible to provide coverage for Production Supervisors who are absent. A General Affairs Planner manages consumables and non-consumables ordering and inventories. They perform a variety of trainings such as; Lock Out Tag Out, Hazardous Goods Shipping, PAPR and other Safety related trainings. They participate in Safety Observation Tours, plant Safety Review Board meetings, environmental improvement projects, and Continuous Improvement projects. They may assist with WPO/3R6S activities including planning and auditing these activities. They may also assist with manpower planning tasks, hourly overtime recording, monitoring and balancing, and documentation management. A Production Supervisor ensures production and quality goals are achieved through teamwork and communication. Production Supervisors train and develop their Team Members for success in achieving the team’s goals. They create a positive and highly effective working environment based on mutual respect and a shared goal of being the number one supplier to our customers. They evaluate and manage their production schedule, oversee quality control, ensure their product is produced on time, and complete their projects within the given deadline. The Production Supervisor manages metrics in Safety, Environment, People, Quality, Responsiveness, and Cost to accomplish their essential job duties.

Responsibilities:

• General Affairs Planner:
• Participate in Safety and Environmental improvement initiatives
• Order and manage consumable and non-consumable inventories
• Develop and execute continuous improvement projects
• Manage and audit 3R6S throughout the Electrode department
• Coordinate the creation, improve and maintenance of production documentation
• Support Team Members and coordinate the activities of employees engaged in the production or processing of goods
• Support production teams through the tracking of KPIs.
• Production Supervisor:
• Ensure compliance to plant safety and environmental regulations such as TSCA, and TOSHA
• Be a deep-skilled operator/subject matter expert of assigned processes
• Ensure equipment is properly maintained to meet high equipment efficiency targets
• Support Team Members and coordinate the activities of employees engaged in the production or processing of goods
• Read and analyze charts, work orders, production schedules, and other records and reports to determine production requirements and to evaluate current production estimates and outputs
• Collaborate with other leaders to coordinate operations and activities within or between departments
• Plan and establish work schedules, assignments, and production sequences to meet production goals
• Support and train Team Members to inspect materials, products, and equipment to detect defects, non-conformities and malfunctions
• Train Team Members using documentation such as Task Instruction Sheets and demonstrating equipment operations, safety procedures and quality expectations
• Support and facilitate team-based problem solving
• Observe key performance indicators of work area; monitor gauges, dials, equipment performance and other indicators to ensure that operators conform to production or processing standards
• Confer with leadership and team to resolve work force concerns and encourage employee engagement
• Promote and enforce compliance to company policies and procedures
• Measure and maintain accurate attendance and training records
• Additional duties as assigned

Qualifications and Competencies:

• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, Operations Management, Engineering or a related field is highly preferred.
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to gather and interpret data to inform decision-making.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to articulate complex ideas and concepts clearly and persuasively.
• Creative thinking and problem-solving abilities.
• Adaptability and willingness to embrace change in a dynamic and fast-paced environment.
• Proficient in using MS Office applications and manufacturing software systems.
• Bi-lingual English/Korean is a plus.

Total Rewards Information:

We offer market-competitive compensation including base pay and incentive compensation opportunities based on the achievement of Company goals. We offer employees paid time off to refresh and recharge. Our total rewards program is designed to enrich your life at work and includes the following benefits:

• 100% employer paid medical, dental and vision
• Generous paid holidays
• Tuition Assistance for continuing education
• Vehicle discount program on General Motors branded vehicles
• Communication stipend for personal cell phone

Ultium Cells LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer:

We extend equal employment opportunities to qualified applicants and employees on an equal basis regardless of an individual's age, race, color, sex, religion, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy status, marital status, military or veteran status, genetic disposition or any other reason protected by law. Ultium Cells will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the United States. This is not a position for which Visa-sponsorship will be provided. Individuals who need sponsorship for work authorization, now or in the future, are not eligible for hire for this role. Employee may be exposed to or working with hazardous materials and/or hazardous waste. Upon hire, employee will receive initial Environmental training over RCRA, SWPPP, SPCC, and emergency escalation. Annual refresher training will be completed every year after to fulfill the requirements of 40 CFR. Other training to be provided as required.

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