Production Planner

Production management team at LG Energy Solution Michigan manages the entire process of production from raw material to customers.

As a leading role is planning the production for battery business, 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.

Responsibilities:

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

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

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

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  Set up weekly meetings between SCM, Marketing, Purchasing and Production Management Teams

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  Analysis the gap between performance and goals and dig up improvement plan

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  Managing Production Life Cycle (Product order - Development - Mass Production - EOP - A/S - EOL)

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  Production capacity management (Capacity Allocation, facility improve investment, building new line, LOB management, etc)

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  Resource management and planning (Headcount, Investment Budget, Equipment, Engineer allocation)

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  Work closely with production strategy to align production KPIs and company's goals

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  Defining appropriate Inventory stock level and checking the observance of inventory operation policy

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

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

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

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  Promptly address and resolving production issues to minimize delays in production

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

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  Promptly discuss the relevant departments regarding changes to current production schedules

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  Adhere to company standards and production policies to meet company objectives

Qualifications:

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

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  Strong interest in automotive industry and basic understanding of manufacturing process

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  Strong written and oral communication skill

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  Strong leadership and interpersonal skills

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  Ability to work cross-functionally

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

Preferred Qualifications:

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  Master’s degree from an accredited university or MBA

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  2 years of experience in automotive industry

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  Supply chain or manufacturing operation experience

Strong analytical and problem-solving skills

Strong in detail and understanding of multiple metrics

Bilingual in Korean and English highly preferred but not required

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

CPIM or CSCP certificates