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Title: Sr. Supervisor, Production

Reports to: Manager, Production

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:

The Senior Production Supervisor ensures a safe, productive environment while overseeing operations to meet production and quality goals through teamwork. They train and develop operators for success in current and future endeavors, fostering a highly effective working environment rooted in mutual respect and a shared goal of customer satisfaction. Additionally, they establish and maintain solid working relationships with internal departments and external resources.

Responsibilities:

+ Manage staffing, conduct daily meetings, and communicate with upper management on production status

+ Coach and mentor supervisors, crew leaders, and lead operators

+ Lead and coordinate the activities of production teams to meet production goals and quality standards

+ Enforce safety regulations to maintain a safe working environment

+ Analyze production requirements and coordinate operations between departments to optimize workflow

+ Plan work schedules, assignments, and production sequences to meet production goals

+ Inspect materials, products, or equipment to ensure quality standards are met

+ Train and mentor team members, resolving problems and fostering a positive work environment

+ Conduct incident reporting, safety training, and maintain regulatory documentation

+ Lead VIP tours of the department and present at monthly meetings

+ Manage hiring, retention, evaluation, and development of hourly employees

+ Monitor quality issues, identify root causes, and implement corrective actions

+ Conduct production planning and ensure key performance indicators are met

+ Handle electronic approvals for invoices, parts orders, and organizational changes

+ 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:

+ Bachelor’s Degree in Operations, Management or related field or equivalent, relevant experience

Experience:

+ 4-7+ years of experience in complex mechanical assembly, tooling, and manufacturing assembly equipment, including PLC equipment or equivalent relevant experience required

+ 3 to 6+ years of leadership experience

+ Working experience with PPAP (production part approval process) 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