CL/ Technical Operator

Job Description

Title: Crew Lead Technical Operator

Reports to: Supervisor

Direct Reports: Yes

Location: Lansing, MI

Hourly Rate: $28 plus, depending on experience.

LG Energy Solution Michigan Inc. (LGESMI) develops and manufactures large lithium-ion polymer batteries and packs for electric vehicle (EV) and energy storage applications. Come join the leader in advanced EV batteries!

Summary:

Become an expert on all safety, quality, and production requirements for standardized production. Train and coordinate activities for Tech Ops I, II, III. Monitor and report on various production and quality metrics for multiple lines of production. Maintain a safe, clean, organized, and productive work environment that supports the LG Way. Operate assigned equipment to produce high quality lithium-ion batteries.

Responsibilities:

Organize and coordinate operator work assignments across multiple lines, scheduling around breaks, vacations, changeovers and absenteeism

Assist operators and monitor lines to keep them running smoothly by anticipating supply needs

Ensure work is completed in a safe manner and maintain a safe working environment

Set and reach daily production goals with the Production Supervisor

Ensure production metrics are met across multiple lines (KPI’s, SPQRCE)

Ensure daily/weekly physical inventory count activities are completed by Tech Ops I, II, & III consistently and accurately

Create shift production reports on machine downtime, safety, quality, thrown away material, on-hold processes, and buffer numbers, escalating issues when appropriate

Ensure quality is delivered through continuous monitoring of the line and occasional random checks for product defects

Resolve people conflicts and escalate to the Production Supervisor as appropriate

Ensure operator training is consistently and effectively taking place, gauge operator skills and capabilities, ensure training and line assignments align accordingly, and create and review instruction manuals

Conduct quarterly operator evaluations to track growth and development

Provide a line of communication between the Production Supervisor and the line workers

Inspect materials and machines to identify maintenance needs and create daily maintenance check sheets

Troubleshoot and repair production machines, report all downtime issues, and escalate maintenance issues as appropriate

Maintain records to demonstrate compliance with safety and environmental laws, regulations, or policies

Implement operational and emergency procedures

Initiate or coordinate inventory or cost control programs

Follow LGESMI existing cleaning SOP’s during downtime (e.g. line stop, waiting time, etc.), which includes cleaning your designated machine and/or surrounding work area

Conduct thorough and timely Layered Process Audits in appropriate work areas

Maintain cleanliness at work-site in accordance with 5S3R Standards:

Sort, Set in order, Shine, Standardize, Sustain

Right Location, Right Quantity, Right Container

Perform other duties as assigned

Qualifications:

High School Diploma or GED required

Vocational Certificate or Associates Degree preferred or equivalent, relevant experience

Experience:

1 to 3+ years of experience mentoring and leading people and with automated manufacturing equipment

Skills:

Managerial courage

Planning skills and communication of priorities

Sound judgement and decision making skills

Problem solving and critical thinking skills

Ability to motivate others to achieve results

Ability to lead with compassion and equity

Microsoft Office Suite

Benefits Overview

• 100% employer paid Medical, Dental, and Vision premium for you and your family

• 100% employer-paid disability and life insurance

• Employer supported childcare/babysitting programs

• Generous Paid Time Off / Holidays

• Opportunity to grow in diverse work environment with a global company

• 401k Retirement savings and planning with generous company match

LGESMI is an Equal Opportunity employer that values the diversity of its workforce. EEO

Full-time