Production Supervisor I - Electrode

Title: Production Supervisor I 

Reports to: Electrode Production Manager 

Direct Reports: Yes

Location: Lansing, Michigan

LG Energy Solution Michigan Inc. (LGESMI) develops and manufactures large lithium-ion polymer batteries and modules for electric vehicle (EV) and energy storage applications.   Come join the leader in advanced EV batteries!   www.lgenergymi.com

Summary: 

The Production Supervisor I is responsible for maintaining a safe and productive work environment, following all applicable regulations. Ensure production and quality goals are achieved through teamwork and clear communication. Train and develop operators for success in the above goals and for future opportunities. 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. Establish and maintain a solid working relationship with both internal departments as well as external resources.  

Responsibilities:

• Direct and coordinate the activities of team members engaged in the production or processing of materials, such as Technical Operators and Sr. Technical Operators
• Enforce safety and other applicable rules and regulations
• 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
• Confer with other supervisors to coordinate operations and activates within or between departments
• Plan and establish work schedules, assignments, and production sequences to meet production and quality goals
• Manage hiring, retention, evaluation, and development of hourly employees
• Inspect materials, products, or equipment to detect defects or malfunctions
• Monitor quality issues, identify root causes, and implement corrective actions
• Conduct production planning and ensure key performance indicators are met
• Demonstrate equipment operations and work and safety procedures to new team members, or assign team members to experienced operators for training
• Observe work and monitor gauges, dials, and other indicators to ensure that operators conform to production or processing standards
• Confer with management, peers and others to resolve team member’s problems, complaints, or grievances
• Interpret and apply company policies and procedures, specifications, blueprints and job orders for team members
• Conduct thorough and timely Layered Process Audits in appropriate work areas
• Maintain cleanliness at work-site in accordance with 5S3R Standards:
  • Sort, Set in order, Shine, Standardize, Sustain
  • Right Location, Right Quantity, Right Container
• Perform other duties as assigned

Qualifications:

• High School Diploma or GED required
• Vocational Certificate or associate's degree preferred or equivalent, relevant experience

Experience:

• 3 to 6 years of experience in complex mechanical assembly, tooling, and manufacturing assembly equipment, including PLC equipment  
• 1 to 3 years of leadership experience  
• Working experience with PPAP requirements
• Knowledge of raw materials, production processes, quality control, cost analysis, and other techniques for maximizing the effective manufacture and distribution of goods

Skills:

• Planning and organizational skills
• Timely decision-making
• Composure and effective communication skills
• Problem solving and critical thinking skills
• Creativity and innovation
• Ability to lead with compassion and equity
• MS Office Suite