Production Planner

Production Planner - Formation

Full Time

Warren, OH, US

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

The Production Management team at Ultium Cells manages the entire process of production from raw material to customers. As a leading role is planning the production for battery business, the Production Planner is the most important role in running the day to day manufacturing operations, managing inventory level, and maximize company's profitability. The Production Planner is responsible for the accuracy and timeliness of the production process. Additionally, planner plays the closest role in company's production performance as well as a main communicator who guides shop floor, operators, and engineers to create the best case scenario for overall manufacturing processes.

Department: Formation

Job Responsibilities

• Set the production goals and monitor production performance day to day basis

• Monitor each team's productivity and provide guidance on production metrics

• Synchronize information flow between multiple IT systems (GMES, GDW, GSCM, DP, DW, FP, MRP, WMS, etc.)

• Set up weekly meetings between production and engineering teams

• Manage Production Life Cycle (Product Order - Development - Mass Production - EOP - A/S - EOL)

• Production capacity management (capacity allocation, facility improve investment, forecast planned downtime and outages)

• Define appropriate inventory stock level and check the observance of inventory operation policy

• Monitor material supply flow and identify any shortages or bottlenecks in usage (from raw material, semi product, final product)

• Master data creation/maintenance (BOM/BOD/Routing/Lead Time/Tact Time, etc.)

• Collaborate and monitor closely with quality control, operators, and engineers on production performance

• Create preventive maintenance schedule and align with production and maintenance teams, and OEMs.

• Promptly address and resolving production issues to minimize delays in production

• Recommend viable solutions to reduce production costs as well as improve production processes and product quality

• Promptly discuss the relevant departments regarding changes to current production schedules

• Adhere to company standards and production policies to meet company objectives

Required Qualifications and Competencies

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited university in Supply Chain Management, Business, Engineering (Industrial Engineering, Mechanical, Electronic, Chemical, Material, etc.)

• Strong interest in automotive industry and basic understanding of manufacturing process

• Strong written and oral communication skill

• Strong leadership and interpersonal skills

• Ability to work cross-functionally

• Strong computer skills required, including ERP, Excel, PowerPoint, and Manufacturing Legacy System

Preferred Qualifications and Competencies

• Master's degree from an accredited university or MBA

• 3-5 years of experience in automotive industry

• Supply chain or manufacturing operation experience

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills

• Strong in detail and understanding of multiple metrics

• High attention to detail and willingness to engage in manual work if needed, such as inventory verification

• CPIM or CSCP certificates

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

• 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.