What are the responsibilities and job description for the Production Planner position at LG Energy Solution Michigan, Inc.?
Title: Planner I, Production
Reports to: Production Management Manager
Location: Holland, MI
LG Energy Solution Michigan Inc. (LGESMI) develops and manufactures large lithium ion polymer batteries and packs for Energy Storage System (ESS). Come join the leader in advanced ESS batteries! www.lgenergymi.com
Summary
The Production Planner is responsible for accurately processing purchasing and cost data related to subcontracted production activities.
The position also manages the classification and accounting of tolling, rework, and claim costs, while collaborating with cross-functional teams to analyze cost variances and ensure data integrity.
In addition, the role requires strong communication skills to coordinate schedules and resolve closing issues with external vendors, including claim reconciliation and root cause follow-up.
Responsibilities:
Ensured production goals were met by coordinating with outsourced packers
Capability to collect purchasing data (based on Pack & LINK) from Outsourced packer and perform IT system (ERP, SingleX, etc.) input and validation for monthly closing
Experience in accurate journal entry processing, preventing missed purchases, and performing accounting tasks in line with cut-off standards
Experience in classifying and processing various production – related external costs such as tolling fees, rework costs, and claim expenses in IT systems
Understanding of cost attribution based on root cause analysis and allocation by item or process
Ability to review cost accuracy by comparing Pack & LINK delivery quantities and contracted unit prices
Experience working cross-functionally to analyze and adjust cost variances when discrepancies arise
Experience in coordinating month-end closing schedules with subcontractors and proactively addressing omissions or data errors
Ability to identify root cause of claims and handle post-issue reconciliation and resolution in collaboration with vendors
Recommend viable solutions to reduce production costs as well as improve production processes
and product quality
Leadership scheduling and support
Perform other duties as assigned
Qualifications:
Bachelor’s degree required, or equivalent, relevant experience
Experience:
1 to 3 years of experience in manufacturing, preferably in the ESS industry
Skills:
Strong written and oral communication skills
Leadership and interpersonal skills
High attention to detail and understanding of multiple metrics
Analytical and problem solving skills
Ability to work cross-functionally
Fluency in Korean is preferred
MS Office suite
Salary.com Estimation for Production Planner in Holland, MI
$80,048 to $96,599
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