Production Sr. Supervisor - Night Shift

Job Description

Job Description

Title: Sr. Supervisor, Production

Reports to: Manager, Production

Location: Holland, MI

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!

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