Production Supervisor - Formation

Ultium Cells; Warren (OH); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

100% Employer paid Medical, Dental, &

Tuition Assistance for continuing教育

Vehicle Discount Program on General-Mо

Communication Stipend for PersonalCell

Job summary

Ultium Cells is seeking a skilled engineer to join the technical team responsible for continuous improvement, troubleshooting, and optimizing manufacturing processes in a highly automated battery cell production environment.

The role emphasizes collaboration with internal/external stakeholders, on-call support, and ensuring safety and quality across production lines. A strong background in mechanical assembly and leadership is required.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3-5 years experience in complex mechanical assembly, tooling and manufacturing equipment.
• 1-3 years industrial or manufacturing leadership / supervision experience preferred.
• Bachelor’s degree or equal combination of education and experience in mechanical/industrial/manufacturing/electrical engineering or computer science.
• Strong understanding of quality processes and implementation methods.

Responsibilities

• Ensure compliance for plant safety and environmental regulations.
• Support Team Members and coordinate the activities of employees engaged in the production or processing of goods.
• Read and analyze charts, work orders, production schedules, and other records and reports to determine production requirements and evaluate current production estimates and outputs.
• Collaborate with other leaders to coordinate operations within or between departments.
• Plan and establish work schedules, assignments, and production sequences to meet production goals.
• Support and train team to Inspect materials, products, or equipment to detect defects or malfunctions.
• Support employee training through demonstrating equipment operations, safety procedures and quality expectations.
• Support and facilitate team-based problem solving.
• Observe KPIs and monitor gauges and equipment performance to ensure standards are met.
• Confer with leadership to resolve workforce concerns and improve engagement.
• Interpret specifications, drawings, job orders and procedures for workers.

Skills

Mechanical assembly

Team leadership

Quality processes

Communication

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical/Industrial/Manufacturing/Electrical Engineering or Computer Science

Tools

Machine controls

Industrial equipment

Automation systems

Job description

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11 days ago Requisition ID: 1741

Full Time

Ultium Cells, LLC. is a joint venture Lithium-ion automotive battery cell manufacturing plant between LG Energy
Solution, Ltd., and General Motors. This high-technology plant is a new construction that will have the
latest in battery cell manufacturing technology. This $2.3 billion investment will be among the largest
battery cell manufacturing plants in the world. Ultium Cells will produce battery cells for General Motors’
North American electric vehicle applications.

Ultium Cells’ partners include LG Energy
Solution, Ltd.; the world’s largest manufacturer of automotive battery cells, and General Motors; a global company committed to delivering safer, better and more sustainable ways for people to get around.

Position Description:

This position will be part of a technical team responsible for engineering work that includes continuous
improvement, investigating and troubleshooting equipment/manufacturing/facility problems, analyzing
production results, implementing and improving manufacturing methods and processes, and ensuring high
yield and productivity in a highly automated manufacturing environment. His/her functions will also include
interaction with internal and external customers and external vendors to solve urgent and complex
problems by identifying and evaluating alternatives to provide support of all in-plant production as
required. Position requires some on-call support.

Job Responsibilities:

• Ensure compliance for plant safety and environmental regulations


• Support Team Members and coordinate the activities of employees engaged in the production or processing of goods


• 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


• Collaborate with other leaders to coordinate operations and activities within or between departments


• Plan and establish work schedules, assignments, and production sequences to meet production goals


• Support and train team to Inspect materials, products, or equipment to detect defects or malfunctions


• Support employee training through demonstrating equipment operations, safety procedures and quality expectations


• Support and facilitate team-based problem solving


• Observe key performance indicators of work area; monitor gauges, dials, and equipment performance other indicators to ensure that operators conform to production or processing standards


• Confer with leadership and team to resolve work force concerns and to employee engagement


• Interpret specifications, part and assembly drawings, job orders, and company policies and procedures for workers


• Additional duties as assigned

Qualifications and Competencies:

• Minimum 3-5 years experience in complex mechanical assembly, tooling, and manufacturing equipment, including a basic understanding of machine controls preferred


• 1-3 Years Industrial or Manufacturing Leadership - Supervision Experience preferred


• Bachelors Degree in Mechanical, Industrial, Manufacturing, Electrical Engineering or Computer Science four-year college or university or one to two years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience preferred


• Strong understanding of quality processes and implementation methods


• Knowledge of electricity, electrical products, raw materials, production processes, automated equipment, manufacturing cost reduction, and other techniques for maximizing the manufacturing efficiency and distribution of goods. (Especially, experience in manufacturing lithium-ion batteries is preferred.)


• Minimum +3 years’ Industrial experience- supervisory experience required


• Effective oral and written communication skills


• Ability to work in a collaborative team environment

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


• 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.