CL / Technical Operator

Job Description

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! www.lgenergymi.com

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

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Benefits Overview

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