Production Engineer (General)

LG Energy Solution Michigan, Inc.; Holland (MI); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision covered

401(k) with company match

Paid time off

Job summary

LG Energy Solution Michigan, Inc. is seeking a Production Engineer I to support safe, efficient manufacturing in Holland, MI. The role focuses on monitoring performance, troubleshooting equipment and processes, and driving continuous improvement across yield, OEE, and quality.

You will collaborate with Production, Quality, Equipment, Maintenance and Safety teams to implement corrective actions, develop SOPs, and train staff while ensuring compliance with health and safety standards.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering or related field.
• 0–3 years manufacturing or process engineering experience.
• Ability to analyze manufacturing problems and drive corrective actions.
• Proficiency with Excel, PowerPoint, Word, and Outlook.

Responsibilities

• Support daily production operations to align with production and shipment plans.
• Troubleshoot equipment and processes with cross-functional teams to improve performance.
• Monitor yield, OEE, output, and quality metrics.
• Identify root causes of abnormalities and support corrective actions.
• Review NCRs and coordinate corrective actions with teams.
• Develop and maintain SOPs, work instructions, and related docs.
• Train production staff on new or revised processes.
• Monitor progress and report risks or delays to stakeholders.
• Support inventory management and classify conforming/non-conforming stock.
• Participate in audits and support corrective actions from findings.

Skills

Manufacturing problem analysis

Cross-functional collaboration

MS Excel

Data analysis

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering

Tools

MS Office

Job description

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Full Time Holland, MI, US

4 days ago Requisition ID: 5166

Report To: Manager, Production

Location: Holland, MI
Work Arrangement: On-site
Employment Type: Full-Time
Employment Classification: Exempt
Schedule: Standard Business Hours; additional hours or production support may be required based on operational needs.

Benefits: LG Energy Solution offers a competitive total rewards package, including 100% employer-paid medical, dental, and vision coverage for eligible employees, paid time off, a 401(k) with company match, and additional voluntary benefits. Benefit eligibility and plan details are subject to the applicable benefit plans.

LG Energy Solution Michigan, Inc. is a global leader in advanced lithium-ion battery technology, delivering innovative battery solutions for electric vehicles (EVs) and Energy Storage Systems (ESS). With expanding operations across the United States, we are committed to innovation, quality, safety, and sustainability while powering the future of clean energy. Join our team and help shape the next generation of advanced battery technology.

Position Summary

The Production Engineer I supports safe, efficient, and reliable manufacturing operations by monitoring production performance, troubleshooting equipment and process issues, and implementing continuous improvement initiatives. This position works closely with Production, Quality, Equipment, and other cross-functional teams to improve yield, Overall Equipment Effectiveness (OEE), productivity, quality, and process stability while supporting production and shipment requirements.

• Support daily production operations to ensure alignment with production and shipment plans.
• Partner with engineers, technicians, operators, and other production personnel to troubleshoot equipment and process issues and improve production performance.
• Monitor and analyze production performance indicators, including yield, OEE, output, quality, and other operational metrics.
• Identify production abnormalities, determine root causes, and support implementation of corrective and preventive actions.
• Review non-conformance reports (NCRs), analyze quality issues, and coordinate corrective actions with appropriate teams.
• Develop, revise, and maintain Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), work instructions, and other production documentation.
• Train production team members on new or revised processes, procedures, and operational requirements.
• Monitor production progress against established plans and communicate risks, delays, abnormalities, or other issues to appropriate stakeholders.
• Support inventory management activities, including classification and tracking of conforming, non-conforming, and pending inventory.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives focused on productivity, quality, cost, yield, process stability, and operational efficiency.
• Participate in internal, customer, and other applicable audits and support corrective actions resulting from audit findings.
• Collaborate cross-functionally with Production, Quality, Equipment, Maintenance, Safety, and other departments to resolve manufacturing issues.
• Ensure compliance with applicable company policies and health, safety, environmental, and fire prevention requirements.
• Maintain accurate production records, reports, analyses, and other required documentation.
• Maintain cleanliness at the worksite in accordance with 5S3R Standards:
  • Sort, Set in Order, Shine, Standardize, Sustain
  • Right Location, Right Quantity, Right Container
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering or a related technical field, or an equivalent combination of education and relevant experience.
• 0–3 years of manufacturing, production engineering, process engineering, or related experience.
• Ability to analyze manufacturing problems and support development and implementation of corrective actions.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, including Excel, PowerPoint, Word, and Outlook.
• Ability to work effectively in a manufacturing environment and collaborate with cross-functional teams.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in high-volume manufacturing, automotive, battery, or other advanced manufacturing environments.
• Experience supporting manufacturing equipment, production processes, or process optimization.
• Knowledge of lithium-ion battery manufacturing processes.
• Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, or other continuous improvement methodologies.
• Experience with root cause analysis, corrective action, and problem-solving methodologies.
• Experience with production performance metrics such as yield, OEE, cycle time, scrap, and throughput.
• Experience developing SOPs, work instructions, or other manufacturing documentation.
• Manufacturing and process troubleshooting
• Root cause analysis and problem solving
• Production performance and data analysis
• Quality and process control
• Project and process management
• Strong analytical and critical-thinking skills
• Strong attention to detail
• Effective written and verbal communication
• Cross-functional collaboration and teamwork
• Ability to prioritize and manage multiple assignments
• Results-oriented with a focus on continuous improvement
• Ability to work independently with appropriate direction
• Technical aptitude and willingness to learn new manufacturing technologies

Work Environment & Physical Requirements

• Work is performed in both office and manufacturing production environments.
• Regular presence on the manufacturing floor is required to support production operations, troubleshooting, process improvements, and other operational activities.
• Must comply with all required personal protective equipment (PPE), safety, environmental, and facility requirements while working in production areas.
• May be required to stand or walk for extended periods while supporting manufacturing operations.
• May occasionally be required to work outside standard business hours to support production issues, operational needs, or project activities.

Equal Opportunity Employer

LG Energy Solution is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, ancestry, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, military or veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

LG Energy Solution provides reasonable accommodations to qualified applicants and employees with disabilities as required by applicable law.

Job Description Disclaimer

This job description is intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by employees in this position. It is not intended to be a comprehensive list of all responsibilities, duties, or qualifications. Responsibilities may change based on business needs.