Manufacturing Support Specialist

StarPlus Energy; Kokomo (IN); On-site; USD 68,000 - 89,000; Full time

Job summary

STARPLUS ENERGY LLC, a joint venture between Samsung and Stellantis, is seeking a Manufacturing Support Specialist in Kokomo, Indiana. The role collaborates with Safety, Quality, Process Engineering, Planning, and Manufacturing to consolidate CAPEX and OPEX needs and ensure timely budgets and orders.

You will review production plans, optimize staffing, and maintain accurate stock and WIP records while promoting a safe, efficient, and compliant work environment with strong KPI communication and

Qualifications

• High School Diploma and legal work eligibility in the United States.
• 3+ years of experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Fluency in Korean and English.
• Familiarity with visual KPI dashboard tools and automation.
• Experience leading cross-functional teams.
• Ability to analyze data to drive continuous improvement.

Responsibilities

• Act as the department's supply chain coordinator; review and analyze production plans to maintain proper inventory.
• Assist Production Managers with workforce optimization and scheduling, including maintenance of records of material stock and work in progress.
• Ensure a secure and safe work environment by supporting management on PPE, training, JSRA’s, and supply management.
• Represent the department in meetings, presenting KPI data and communicating updates back to the department.
• Detail-oriented self-starter with a continuous improvement mindset and the ability to work at a quick pace.
• Duties may be modified at any time to meet business needs.

Skills

Korean language

English language

Cross-functional teamwork

Data analysis

Education

High School Diploma

Tools

KPI dashboard tools

Automation

Job description

STARPLUS ENERGY LLC is an electrifying joint venture between Samsung and Stellantis. With a focus on innovation and excellence, we deliver cutting‑edge solutions that empower the automotive industry as we transition towards an electric future. As a member of our team, you will play a vital role in fostering our company’s positive, diverse, and collaborative culture by helping us build and maintain a safe and effective One Team, One Mission organization. Join our vision of becoming the world’s leading provider of energy solutions for e-mobility.

Position Summary:

The Manufacturing Support Specialist will report directly to the Department’s Production Manager and is expected to work with Safety, Quality, Process Engineering, Planning, and Manufacturing to identify and consolidate all kinds of CAPEX and OPEX needs in the production process. The Specialist will also be responsible for regularly verifying the budget and placing orders for optimal quantities in a timely manner.

• Act as the department’s supply chain coordinator; review and analyze production plans to maintain proper inventory
• Assist Production Managers with workforce optimization and scheduling, including maintenance of accurate records of material stock and work in progress
• Ensure a secure and safe work environment by supporting Management on various tasks such as PPE management, training, JSRA’s, and supply management
• Exhibit excellent interpersonal abilities, effectively engaging with individuals at various organization levels
• Departmental representative for meetings, presenting on various KPI’s and communicating relevant information back to the department
• Detail-orientated self‑starter with a continuous improvement mindset and the ability to work at a quick pace
• Duties may be modified at any time to meet business needs

Requirements

Basic:

• High School Diploma
• Must be eligible to work in the United States
• While travel is unlikely, the ideal candidate will be able to travel, with reasonable prior notice as required (domestic and/or international)
• Ability to work overtime, weekends, or holidays as required

Preferred:

• Higher Education Degree in Engineering or other related field
• 3+ years of experience in a manufacturing environment, preferably Automotive
• Professional-level fluency in spoken and written Korean and English
• Familiarity with visual KPI dashboard tools and automation
• Experience in leading cross-functional teams
• Ability to analyze data to drive continuous improvement projects

Working Conditions:

• Ability to work around the potential exposure to dust and chemicals
• Ability to lift up to 30 pounds
• Ability to sit, walk and stand for extended periods of time, with or without reasonable accommodation
• Ability to operate basic office equipment
• Ability to work in front of a computer for extended periods of time, with or without reasonable accommodation
• Ability to wear appropriate PPE as deemed essential for the job function.

STARPLUS ENERGY, LLC promotes an equal employment opportunity workplace which includes reasonable accommodations of other qualified disabled applications and employees. Please see your Human Resources Director should you have any questions about these job duties.

Compensation

$68000-$89000/year

Additional Compensation Information

Salary within the posted range is commensurate with experience and qualifications.

Our benefits include medical, dental, vision, and life insurance, short and long-term disability, PTO, 401K with company match.