Production Supervisor (Auto Electrode) Blue 2 (Nights)

LG Energy Solution Michigan, Inc.•Holland, MI

2d•Onsite

About The Position

The Production Supervisor leads day-to-day production activities and supervises hourly production team members to ensure safe, efficient, and high-quality manufacturing operations. The role coordinates staffing, production schedules, equipment utilization, quality requirements, and workflow to meet safety, quality, delivery, productivity, and operational performance goals. The supervisor provides direct leadership, coaching, training, and performance management to Technical Operators and other assigned production personnel. The role collaborates with Production leadership, Quality, Maintenance, Engineering, Safety, Human Resources, and other support functions to resolve operational issues, improve processes, and maintain a positive, respectful, high-performing work environment. Work is primarily in a manufacturing and production environment, including regular time on the production floor. The position is based on-site in Holland, Michigan, on the Blue 2 night schedule: a 12-hour rotating shift from 6:00 p.m. to 6:00 a.m. The role may involve exposure to noise, moving mechanical equipment, manufacturing materials, temperature variations, and other typical industrial conditions. Employees must wear required PPE, comply with safety requirements, and be able to stand and walk for extended periods, as well as bend, reach, climb stairs, and perform other activities needed to access production areas. Assigned shifts may include days, nights, weekends, holidays, and overtime as required by business and production needs.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
3–6+ years of experience in manufacturing, production, complex mechanical assembly, manufacturing equipment, tooling, or a related industrial environment.
1–3+ years of leadership, team lead, supervisory, or other relevant people-leadership experience.
Working knowledge of manufacturing processes, production operations, quality control, and safety requirements.
Experience interpreting production schedules, work instructions, operating procedures, and manufacturing documentation.
Basic proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, including Excel, Word, Outlook, and PowerPoint.
Ability to wear required personal protective equipment and comply with applicable safety requirements.
Ability to stand and walk for extended periods and perform physical activities such as bending, reaching, and climbing stairs to access production areas.
Ability to work assigned shifts, including days, nights, weekends, holidays, and overtime as required by business and production needs.

Nice To Haves

Associate degree, vocational certificate, technical certification, or other post-secondary education in manufacturing, engineering technology, operations, business, or a related field.
Previous supervisory experience in a high-volume or advanced manufacturing environment.
Experience with automated manufacturing equipment, PLC-controlled equipment, tooling, or complex manufacturing assembly equipment.
Working knowledge of Production Part Approval Process (PPAP) requirements.
Knowledge of raw materials, production processes, quality control, cost considerations, and methods for maximizing manufacturing efficiency.
Experience with continuous improvement methodologies, root cause analysis, corrective actions, Lean manufacturing, or similar manufacturing improvement practices.
Experience in automotive, battery, advanced manufacturing, or another highly regulated manufacturing environment.

Responsibilities

Direct and coordinate daily production activities to achieve safety, quality, production, delivery, and operational objectives.
Plan work schedules, assignments, production sequences, and resource allocation based on production requirements.
Review and analyze production schedules, work orders, reports, charts, and other operational data to determine requirements and evaluate performance.
Monitor production performance and key performance indicators, identify gaps, and implement corrective actions.
Monitor processes, materials, products, and equipment for defects, abnormalities, equipment concerns, and other conditions affecting production.
Ensure production complies with standard operating procedures, work instructions, quality requirements, production standards, and applicable safety requirements.
Monitor quality issues, support root cause analysis, and coordinate corrective and preventive actions with relevant departments.
Observe equipment operation, gauges, controls, and process indicators to ensure processes remain within established standards.
Coordinate with supervisors, shifts, and departments to maintain production continuity and effective shift-to-shift communication.
Interpret and communicate production specifications, work instructions, job orders, procedures, and other operational requirements.
Conduct Layered Process Audits thoroughly and on time, and ensure identified gaps are addressed.
Support continuous improvement initiatives focused on safety, quality, cost, productivity, equipment effectiveness, and operational efficiency.
Maintain accurate production, quality, operational, and other required records and documentation.
Participate in shift handoffs, production meetings, safety meetings, and other operational meetings as required.
Maintain work-site cleanliness in accordance with 5S3R standards: Sort, Set in order, Shine, Standardize, Sustain; Right Location, Right Quantity, Right Container.
Perform other duties as assigned.
Lead, supervise, coach, and develop Technical Operators, Senior Technical Operators, and other assigned production team members.
Set clear expectations and hold team members accountable for safety, quality, attendance, productivity, performance, and conduct.
Provide ongoing coaching, feedback, recognition, and development opportunities.
Manage performance evaluations, performance improvement, and corrective action in partnership with Human Resources and Production leadership as appropriate.
Support hiring, onboarding, training, retention, and development of assigned team members.
Ensure new and developing team members receive appropriate training and qualification, including assignment to experienced team members when additional hands-on training is needed.
Identify team and individual training needs and coordinate training and development activities.
Address employee questions, concerns, complaints, conflicts, and workplace issues promptly and appropriately, escalating matters when necessary.
Interpret and consistently apply company policies, procedures, work rules, and performance standards.
Communicate production priorities, department goals, organizational updates, and performance expectations clearly and consistently.
Promote a positive, respectful, inclusive, high-performing work environment that encourages teamwork, accountability, and engagement.
Support retention and succession planning by identifying development opportunities and employees with potential for expanded responsibilities.
Lead by example and reinforce a culture of safety, quality, accountability, teamwork, respect, and continuous improvement.