What are the responsibilities and job description for the Specialist I, Equipment position at LG Energy Solution Michigan, Inc.?
Title: Specialist I, Equipment
Reports to: Equipment Manager
Location: Holland, MI
LG Energy Solution Michigan Inc. (LGESMI) develops and manufactures large lithium-ion polymer batteries and packs for electric vehicle (EV) and energy storage applications. Come join the leader in advanced EV batteries! www.lgenergymi.com
Summary:
This position will provide support to the Production Manager by coordinating inventory assignments and projects related to production and finished goods inventory and help provide a smooth flow of materials throughout the process. This position will lead monthly inventory counts, assist in implementing a cycle counting process, production material flow improvements, and translate customer demands into a production schedule.
Responsibilities:
- Perform physical inventory counts, track and report inventory accuracy, reconcile inventory issues daily and perform monthly inventory closing
- Perform inventory monitoring to ensure product quality
- Perform thorough research and document inventory discrepancies using all available resources to identify root causes and supply possible solutions
- Develop, implement, and monitor all key functions related to inventory transactions and fulfilling work orders to assure that they are accurate and timely
- Track yield production throughout week, month, and year
- Perform thorough research and document inventory discrepancies using all available resources to identify root causes and possible solutions
- Track individual and group KPIs
- Communicate issues with other Inventory Teams at LG (local and worldwide locations)
- Facilitate team meetings (daily and weekly) to discuss production and inventory status
- Send daily, weekly, and monthly progress reports
- Maintain cleanliness at work-site in accordance with 5S3R Standards:
- Sort, Set in order, Shine, Standardize, Sustain
- Right Location, Right Quantity, Right Container
Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain or related field or equivalent, relevant experience
Experience
- 1 to 3 years of related experience
- Manufacturing experience preferred
- Lean/six sigma experience preferred
Skills
- Organization
- Problem Solving
- Time Management
- Communication skills
- Attention to Detail