Production Engineering Manager - Notch and Dry

Ultium Cells LLC•Spring Hill, TN

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About The Position

This position will manage the technical team responsible for engineering work that includes continuous improvement, investigating and troubleshooting equipment/manufacturing/facility problems, analyzing production results, implementing and improving manufacturing methods and processes, and ensuring high yield and productivity in a highly automated manufacturing environment. Position requires some on-call support.

Requirements

Bachelor's Degree required, Engineering or Engineering Technology required
5-8 years of management or supervision experience highly desirable
5-8 years of Battery Cell Production experience highly desirable
Driven by objectives/KPI’s; consistent; and high personal ownership to upholding accountability to established standards and practices
Ability to use Logical thinking and decision making by focusing on identifying root cause objectively using data, analyzing production results, and following proven problem-solving methods
Knowledge of Mechanical/technical curiosity and mindset
Commitment and desire to learn our complex battery manufacturing processes with the goal of becoming a go-to resource for technical problem-solving discussions
Effective communication and presentation skills
MS Office tool-based report writing and oral communication skills
Ability to work well with individuals and teams across the company to achieve team goals and targets
Good computer, Troubleshooting, Problem-solving, Critical thinking skills
Ability to work well in a team environment a requirement

Responsibilities

Own daily production results (Production target, Yield, POR, Loss) and drive recovery plans when targets are missed.
Manage manpower allocation and operational readiness to support production plans.
Ensure standard work compliance and discipline on the production floor.
Drive proactive defect prevention activities through SPC, control plans, and process audits.
Lead root cause analysis (5Why, Fishbone, A3) for quality excursions and implement permanent corrective actions.
Prevent recurrence of quality issues by updating SOPs, training operators, and strengthening controls.
Communicate production risks, constraints, and recovery plans clearly to internal stakeholders and customers.
Arrange technical support (working with OEM/ machine makers) to operational team for NND production.
Coordinate closely with Process, Quality, Equipment, Facilities, Supply Chain, OEM and Planning teams to maintain production stability.
Report every NND production related items to TL and Director of Electrode with data analysis.
Cooperate with other global LG Energy Solution battery manufacturing sites to share knowledge or Electrode/Cell Assembly Process.
Actively involved in solving issues with previous and post process of NND process and lead the engineering & operational team to approach solving problems.
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
Practical knowledge and willingness to further develop in the area of mechanics / electrics / pneumatics and controls
Implements strategies to improve equipment uptime and availability
Additional duties as assigned