Logistics Supervisor

Ultium Cells LLC; Warren (OH); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical/Dental/Vision coverage

Paid holidays

Tuition assistance

Vehicle discount program

Communication stipend

Job summary

Ultium Cells LLC in Warren, OH, seeks a Formation Logistics Supervisor to lead the Production Control & Logistics team, ensuring safe operations and timely material release.

You will manage inventory, coordinate with engineering for finished goods, and guarantee shipments meet customer requirements while adhering to regulations and internal IT systems. Strong leadership and cross-functional communication are essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Supply Chain Management, or Engineering or equivalent experience.
• Strong interest in automotive industry and manufacturing processes.
• Proficiency with ERP, Excel, PowerPoint, and Manufacturing Legacy System.
• Highly analytical problem-solving abilities with multiple metrics.
• Detail-oriented with strong written and oral communication skills.
• Demonstrated leadership and ability to work cross-functionally.
• Willingness to perform manual verification when needed (inventory).

Responsibilities

• Supervise Formation Production Control & Logistics team members; ensure safe, efficient operations.
• Adhere to DOT and Dangerous Goods shipping regulations.
• Prepare shipping paperwork for finished goods.
• Maintain shipping document retention.
• Evaluate inventories to ensure material availability for shipment targets using GMES, WMS, QMS, ERP, CIM, FA, and MS Office.
• Synchronize information flow between IT systems and analyze gaps.
• Lead cross-functional plant meetings to mitigate bottlenecks.
• Read production schedules and reports to determine material requirements.
• Collaborate with Quality and Production teams to release materials.
• Train staff to inspect materials and detect defects.
• Plan work schedules to meet production goals.
• Monitor storage capacity for finished goods and staging areas.
• Resolve capacity/tech issues with IT and racking systems.
• Follow FIFO for aging inventory; manage inventory sorting projects.
• Maintain finished goods inventory areas.

Skills

Leadership

Cross-functional collaboration

Analytical thinking

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Inventory management

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Business/ Supply Chain/ Engineering

Tools

ERP

Excel

PowerPoint

Manufacturing Legacy System

Job description

PCL Logistics Supervisor

Full Time

Warren, OH, US

Ultium Cells Overview

Ultium Cells is a joint venture lithium-ion automotive battery cell manufacturing plant between LG Energy Solutions and General Motors. This new construction high-technology plant will have the latest battery cell manufacturing technology. The investment in this new business venture represents a commitment of more than $2.3 Billion. It will be among the largest battery cell manufacturing plants in the world. Ultium Cells will produce battery cells for General Motors North America electric vehicle applications.

The Ultium Cell partners include LG Energy Solutions; the world’s largest manufacturer of automotive battery cells in the world, and General Motors; a global company committed to delivery safer, better and more sustainable ways for people to get around.

Position Description

The Formation Production Control and Logistics team at Ultium Cells manages the entire process of production from work-in-process to finished goods. The Formation Logistics Supervisor role is an integral part of delivering final process cells to Material Logistics team for the final shipment to the customer. This position is responsible for supervising and providing guidance for staff, overseeing daily and monthly inventory assessments, monitoring finished goods availability and collaborating with engineering to perform sorting activities of finished goods cells. Additionally, the Formation Logistics Supervisor will play a key role in ensuring timely release of material to meet company targets by working cross-functionally with multiple departments.

Job Responsibilities

• Supervise Formation Production Control & Logistics team members; creating safe and effective work environment
• Adhere to DOT and Dangerous Goods shipping regulations
• Prepare shipping paperwork for finished goods to meet customer requirements
• Maintain shipping document retention of shipping papers
• Evaluate finished goods inventories to ensure material availability for shipment targets; using multiple IT systems (GMES, WMS, QMS, ERP, CIM, FA, Microsoft suite)
• Synchronize information flow between multiple IT systems, analyzing gaps
• Host cross-functional plant meetings to gain insight and mitigate supply bottlenecks
• 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
• Work closely with Quality and Formation Production teams to complete all necessary inspections in a timely manner, in order to release material for shipment
• Support and train team to inspect materials, products, or equipment to detect defects or malfunctions
• Plan and establish work schedules and assignments to meet production goals
• Monitor storage capacity (floor and racking system) for continuous flow of Finished Goods and End-of-Line production
• Promptly collaborate with Material Logistics and IT teams to remedy capacity and/or technical issues with racking system
• Adhere to FIFO best-practices for inventory aging purposes
• Oversee and complete daily and monthly inventory evaluations
• Manage finished goods inventory sorting projects, working closely with engineering
• Ensure timely removal of scrap material within the department
• Manage proper level of trays within conveyor system, including any introduction of new tray type and removal of old
• Responsible for maintaining Formation finished goods inventory area

Required Qualifications And Competencies

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited university in Business, Supply Chain Management, or Engineering (Industrial, Mechanical, Electronic, Chemical, Material Engineering, etc.) or equivalent work experience
• Strong interest in automotive industry and basic understanding of manufacturing process
• Strong computer skills required; including ERP, Excel, PowerPoint, and Manufacturing Legacy System
• Highly analytical problem-solving abilities; accounting for multiple metrics at once
• Detail-oriented
• Strong written and oral communication skills
• Strong leadership and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work cross-functionally
• Willingness to engage in manual work when necessary, such as inventory verification

Preferred Qualifications And Competencies

• Master’s degree from an accredited university
• 3-5 years of experience in automotive industry
• 3-5 years of supervisory experience
• 3-5 years of supply chain or manufacturing operation experience
• CPIM or CSCP certificates

Total Rewards Information

We offer market-competitive compensation including base pay and incentive compensation opportunities based on the achievement of Company goals. We offer employees paid time off to refresh and recharge. Our total rewards program is designed to enrich your life at work and includes the following benefits:

• 100% Employer paid Medical, Dental, and Vision
• Generous paid holidays
• Tuition Assistance for continuing education
• Vehicle Discount Program on General Motors branded vehicles
• Communication Stipend for Personal Cell Phone

Ultium Cells LLC Is An Equal Opportunity Employer

We extend equal employment opportunities to qualified applicants and employees on an equal basis regardless of an individual's age, race, color, sex, religion, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy status, marital status, military or veteran status, genetic disposition or any other reason protected by law.

Ultium Cells will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the United States. This is not a position for which Visa-sponsorship will be provided. Individuals who need sponsorship for work authorization, now or in the future, are not eligible for hire for this role.

Employee may be exposed to or working with hazardous materials and/or hazardous waste. Upon hire, employee will receive initial Environmental training over RCRA, SWPPP, SPCC, and emergency escalation. Annual refresher training will be completed every year after to fulfill the requirements of 40 CFR. Other training to be provided as required .