Conti Improvement Engineer

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:

As a continuous improvement engineer, the candidate will be responsible to bring a measurable improvement to multiple departmental benchmark targets, focusing on Safety, People, Quality, Responsiveness, Cost, and Environment (SPQRCE).  Candidate must be a self-motivated individual willing to take the initiative to continuously improve operations.  He/she must possess the ability to deal with complex problems and be willing to work flexible hours/shift as projects require.

Job Responsibilities:

• Lead continuous improvement projects to provide technical solutions to technical problems
• Identify, scope, and justify automation and digital-enablement opportunities.
• Lead structured problem solving (PDCA, DMAIC, A3, 8D, 5-Why, Ishikawa) to eliminate waste and drive root-cause resolution.
• Maintain communication with partners outside of the work group including safety, quality, production, and maintenance
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure smooth project execution.  Providing technical direction to and oversight of strategic suppliers
• Maintain and meet project budgets/forecasts and drive cost reduction initiatives.
• Develop CI roadmaps and tracking to ensure prioritization, benefit validation, and long-term sustainment
• Ensure improvements are standardized, replicated across similar processes, and reflected in PFMEAs, control plans, and standardized work
• Participate in incident investigations and corrective/preventive actions
• Support KPI governance (SPQRCE metrics, OEE, scrap, downtime) and ensure accurate data visibility for decision-making
• Drive 6S, visual controls, and workplace organization improvements
• Stay abreast of industry trends and emerging technologies in manufacturing engineering.

Job Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering
• Experience with processing equipment, throughput, and comprehensive understanding of manufacturing processes, enabling effective design and production.
• In-depth knowledge of lean manufacturing principles and continuous improvement methodologies, fostering operational efficiency and waste reduction.
• A strong understanding of safety regulations and procedures, ensuring a safe working environment for all team members.
• Proficient with the Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Teams) 
• Ability to manage and prioritize multiple projects, effective project planning in terms of resources, strategies, cost, and time, with ability to meet project timelines 
• High level of analytical ability where problems are complex 
• Appropriate interpersonal styles and communication methods to work effectively with business partners to meet mutual goals required 
• Establishes a course of action to accomplish completion of the job and/or project 
• Coordinates input from internal/external customers to better understand customer needs and/or perceptions 
•  Actively identifies new areas for learning and takes advantage of learning opportunities

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience with data analysis and statistical process control (SPC), enabling informed decision-making and process optimization.
• Experience in a high-volume manufacturing environment, demonstrating the ability to thrive in fast-paced settings.  Experience with reliability and maintainability of processing equipment, standalone availability, and throughput.
• Battery manufacturing experience

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 Holiday Schedule
• 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.