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Ultium Cells Production Supervisor in Spring Hill, Tennessee
Ultium Cells Overview:
Ultium Cells is a joint venture lithium-Ion automotive battery cell manufacturing plant between LG Energy Solutions and General Motors. This new construction high-technology plant will have the latest battery cell manufacturing technology. The investment in this new business venture represents a commitment of more than $2.3 Billion. It 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.
The Ultium cell partners include LG Energy Solutions; the world’s largest manufacturer of automotive battery cells in the world and General Motors a global company committed to delivering safer, better and more sustainable ways for people to get around.
Position Description:
A Production Supervisor ensures production and quality goals are achieved through teamwork and clear communication. Train and develop Operators for success in the team’s goals and for future opportunities. Create a positive and highly effective working environment based on mutual respect and a shared goal of being the number one supplier to our customers. Evaluate and update the production schedule, overseeing quality control and ensuring products are produced on time, and projects completed within the deadline. Using Safety and Environment, People, Quality, Responsiveness, and cost to accomplish essential job duties.
Job Responsibilities:
Ensure compliance for plant safety and environmental regulations
Be a deep-skilled operator/subject matter expert of assigned equipment
Ensure equipment is properly maintained to meet high equipment efficiency targets
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:
Bachelor’s degree in engineering, manufacturing or a related field (preferred) OR equivalent combination of education and experience preferred
Proven experience in a manufacturing supervisory role, with a strong understanding of complex production processes and techniques; experience in lithium-ion battery manufacturing a plus
Knowledge of safety regulations and procedures, with a commitment to creating and maintaining a safe working environment
Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment and manage multiple priorities simultaneously
Proficiency in MS Office applications and manufacturing software systems
Ability to work in a collaborative, multicultural, team environment
Strong organizational and leadership abilities
Self-motivated with a results-driven approach
Strong understanding of quality processes
Effective oral and written communication skills
Proven problem-solving skills
Must be able to speak, read and write English
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:
Blue Cross – Blue Shield Health Care
100% Employer paid medical, dental and vision
Competitive Dental and vision insurance
Up to 20 paid holidays a year but no less than 17 paid holidays
Tuition Assistance for continuing education
Vehicle Discount Program on General Motors branded vehicles
Communication Stipend for Personal Cell Phone
Comfortable air-conditioned work environment
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.