Planning Specialist I

HLBMA LLC•Ellabell, GA

4d•Onsite

About The Position

The Energy Engineering team provides and maintains the utility systems and infrastructure that enable safe, reliable, and efficient battery manufacturing operations, including utility system maintenance, utility construction and hook-ups, energy management, infrastructure expansion, and continuous improvement. The Planning Specialist I supports planning and coordination across these activities. This role develops and maintains schedules, tracks maintenance and project activities, coordinates contractor access and work activities, supports budget planning and expenditure processes, and prepares reports and analyses for team leadership. The position also monitors and analyzes energy and utility consumption using the site's utility management systems and AI-based analytics tools to forecast future consumption, identify inefficiencies, and support initiatives that reduce energy usage and operating costs. The Planning Specialist I works closely with engineers, maintenance teams, production, construction teams, contractors, vendors, and global headquarters. This is an entry-level position offering broad exposure to manufacturing operations, industrial utility systems, project planning, budget management, contractor coordination, and data-driven energy optimization, with development opportunity into more advanced planning responsibilities.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Project Management, Supply Chain, Engineering, or a related field required
Minimum 1 year of experience in planning, operations, supply chain, business management, finance, or a related field required
Relevant internship, co-op, or undergraduate research experience in planning, operations, engineering, or a related field may be considered in lieu of full-time experience
Demonstrated reliable work history and consistent attendance in prior employment
Ability to manage multiple schedules, priorities, projects, and stakeholders while maintaining accurate and timely information
Ability to organize complex information, analyze data, identify trends and risks, and provide actionable information to support decision making
Proficiency with Microsoft Office, particularly Excel for data analysis and PowerPoint for reporting
Ability to communicate clearly with engineers, maintenance personnel, production teams, contractors, and vendors
Ability to work collaboratively across departments
Strong attention to detail and accuracy in documentation and data entry
Korean and English bilingual proficiency required, including the ability to review Korean-language technical and project documentation and communicate directly with Korean-speaking contractors, stakeholders, and headquarters personnel
Ability to work flexible hours as needed to support manufacturing operations and business needs
Ability to sit and work at a computer for extended periods while writing reports, analyzing data, preparing documentation, or supporting engineering activities
Ability to use hands and fingers to operate a computer, keyboard, and office equipment
Ability to occasionally stand, walk, and move within office and operational areas
Ability to occasionally lift, carry, and move typical office materials, supplies, equipment, and packages, with or without reasonable accommodation
Must be able to properly utilize required personal protective equipment (PPE), including hard hat, safety glasses, steel-toed shoes, and hearing protection, when entering production, utility, or construction areas

Nice To Haves

Experience working in a manufacturing or industrial environment preferred
Exposure to ERP systems (SAP or similar) preferred
Experience supporting budget tracking, invoice reconciliation, or expenditure processes preferred
Experience preparing reports or presentations for leadership audiences preferred

Responsibilities

Support short-term and long-term planning for utility and facility activities supporting manufacturing operations
Develop and maintain schedules and track maintenance and project activities
Collect, organize, and analyze utility, maintenance, and project data to support planning and decision making
Support planning and administration of the team's annual budget, including developing budget plans, coordinating pre-approval for planned expenditures, tracking budget utilization, and processing and reconciling invoices
Assist with forecasting utility requirements based on production plans, capacity changes, projects, and future business needs
Monitor and analyze energy and utility consumption data using the site's utility management system and AI-based analytics tools
Identify trends, abnormal consumption, and opportunities to improve energy and utility efficiency
Prepare regular reports, dashboards, presentations, meeting minutes, and planning updates in Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint for team leadership and headquarters
Maintain planning databases, spreadsheets, documentation, and tracking tools to ensure information is accurate and up to date
Coordinate visitor and vehicle registration for contractors, vendors, and other external personnel supporting Energy Engineering activities, ensuring required access information and documentation are completed in accordance with site requirements
Coordinate contractor access and work activities in support of maintenance and construction schedules
Assist with coordination of planned outages, shutdowns, construction activities, and other work that may affect plant operations
Support continuous improvement of planning processes, reporting methods, and team workflows
Maintain regular and reliable on-site attendance
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