Manufacturing Support Specialist

starplusenergycx; Kokomo (IN); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

STARPLUS ENERGY LLC in Kokomo, Indiana, seeks a Manufacturing Support Specialist to partner with Safety, Quality, and Planning to optimize production budgets and material flow. You will verify budgets, place orders, and coordinate across departments to ensure timely, cost-effective operations.

The role emphasizes cross-functional collaboration, data-driven decision making, and adherence to safety and productivity KPIs in a dynamic automotive energy environment.

Qualifications

• 3+ years in a manufacturing environment, preferably Automotive.
• Professional-level fluency in Korean and English.
• Ability to travel domestically and internationally.
• Experience leading cross-functional teams.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate supply chain with production plans to maintain inventory.
• Assist with scheduling and workforce optimization.
• Support PPE management, training, and safety compliance.
• Present KPI updates at department meetings.
• Drive continuous improvement through data-driven projects.

Skills

Supply chain coordination

Workforce optimization

KPI analysis

Cross-functional teamwork

Continuous improvement

Data analysis

Education

High School Diploma

Engineering degree

Tools

KPI dashboards

Automation

Job description

Company Overview:

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.

Roles & 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 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

Basic:

• Minimum Age: 18-year-old
• 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.