Production Specialist (Electrode)_Hourly

HSBMA•Kingston, GA

About The Position

The Production Specialist is an administrative and operational anchor within the manufacturing division, working a fixed day shift. The role focuses on continuous improvement in yield and overall equipment effectiveness (OEE), manufacturing execution systems, and safeguarding asset and material flows. It connects the production floor with purchasing and external auditors to support operational compliance, inventory control, and manufacturing documentation. The position analyzes production and ERP data, manages production systems and inventory records, supports procurement activities, prepares management reports and presentations, and helps ensure readiness for customer visits, external audits, and regulatory inspections. The role also monitors MRO inventory and spending, collaborates with local and cross-functional teams, communicates with suppliers, and identifies opportunities to improve processes and reduce costs. Other duties may be assigned based on production needs.

Requirements

At least 3 years of experience in production planning, manufacturing operations, or industrial engineering in highly automated environments.
Ability to work a fixed day shift during regular business hours.
Proficiency navigating and configuring MES, FA, or ERP systems.
Strong analytical skills and ability to interpret manufacturing KPIs and data trends.
Experience with document control systems and compliance management.
Legally authorized to work in the United States without current or future sponsorship from HSBMA.
Ability to safely perform the essential job functions and maintain regular, punctual attendance.
May occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.
Must be able to regularly stand, walk, sit, talk, or hear; occasionally reach with hands and arms, stoop, kneel, bend, or crawl.
Must wear company-provided uniforms in the office and company-provided uniform and PPE at the production site, including safety shoes, helmet, safety glasses, and a portable gas measuring device.

Nice To Haves

Deep understanding of or prior experience in battery cell manufacturing processes, such as Electrode, Assembly, or Formation.
Proven ability to coordinate effectively with procurement, quality assurance, and engineering teams.
Direct experience participating in or preparing for external or ISO quality audits.
Proficiency in English and Korean, or another local language, for global and technical reporting.

Responsibilities

Analyze production data to identify bottlenecks and waste, and implement improvements to increase yield and equipment uptime (OEE).
Oversee and maintain on-site production systems, including Factory Automation (FA) tools, Manufacturing Execution Systems (MES), and related data-tracking infrastructure.
Work with Procurement/Purchasing to optimize safety stock and material lead times and to track raw material receipts and shipments.
Prepare for and support external visits, customer audits, and regulatory inspections; ensure production records and facility standards are compliant.
Prepare reports and presentations for management, SKBA and SK On Headquarters, and teams including Logistics, Production, Quality, and Technology.
Organize, understand, and compare production material and system data as needed.
Analyze and report ERP data to SKBA teams to support meaningful conclusions and improvement.
Monitor MRO inventory, maintain adequate stock, and prevent shortages or excess.
Conduct regular inventory checks and assist with audits to ensure inventory accuracy.
Update and maintain inventory records and systems.
Collaborate with local teams on inventory needs.
Communicate with suppliers to confirm orders and delivery schedules and resolve issues.
Assist with processing purchase requests and track their status to support timely delivery.
Track MRO procurement expenses and help monitor overall spending.
Report on inventory usage and identify cost-saving opportunities.
Provide feedback on inventory management and procurement processes to identify areas for improvement.
Perform other duties as assigned based on production needs.