Quality Planning Engineer

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

Job Summary:

A Quality Planning Engineer is responsible for quality monitoring duties, producing reports to be shared internally with Ultium Leadership as well as communicate with LG and GM partners. This position will work to coordinate and create a Quality Management system that incorporates both LG and GM standards and manage the roll out to other departments. Tasks will include various assignments related to Quality Monitoring, Strategic Planning, Asset Management and Quality Systems.

Responsibilities may include:

• Asset management including calibration process set up and ongoing monitoring
• IATF certification preparation and QMS development
• Manage Fast Response and NCR tracking, as well as supporting root cause analysis.
• Manage daily process goals and achievement rate (Yield, Quality), and establishment/monitoring of department KPIs.
• Manage the quality issues, root cause finding, corrective actions implementation and prevention of reoccurrence.
• Update department team charts, help with manpower rearrangement.
• Ensure to maintain and improve the communications and escalation in operation group.
• Manage the 7Waste and continuous improvement activities on the floor and in the office.
• Manage the 5’S auditing, improvement action, 5’S training.
• Track department costs
• Perform internal audits and coordinate/participate with external audits
• Help manage document control
• Understand team leader direction and follow it properly.

Qualifications:

• Bilingual (English, Korean) not required but a plus
• Disciplined: Driven by objectives/KPI’s; consistent; and high personal ownership to upholding accountability to established standards and practices.
• B.A. in Engineering, Business Administration or relative management experiences (minimum 4 years)
• 3+ years of experience in complex mechanical assembly, tooling, and manufacturing in a highly automated facility.
• 3+ years leading/managing multiple processes
• Ability to maintain accountability and discipline, and achieve results, in a dynamic, growing environment.
• Able to work flexible hours as needed to support 24/7 operated floor.
• Conducts self and business in professional manner
• Analytical mindset with the ability to analyze data and derive actionable insights.
• Ability to think strategically and to lead change
• Strong problem-solving and decision-making abilities.
• Ability to work under pressure and handle escalations effectively.
• Communication and relationship skills that foster long-term customer satisfaction
• Strong computer skills
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to work in a team environment to drive success
• Ability to drive effective problem-solving efforts and support the team to implement solutions
• Knowledge of appropriate measures of performance and applicable standards
• Preparation of meaningful reports on work performed and conclusions
• Ability to obtain, understand and apply relevant information
• Ability to use technology for furthering functional competencies

Values:

• Customer focus
• Collaboration
• Passion
• Sustainability
• Self-Motivation
• Ownership

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
• Tuition Assistance for continuing education
• Vehicle Discount Program on General Motors branded vehicles
• Communication Stipend for Personal Cell Phone
• Comfortable air-conditioned work environment
• Up to 20 paid holidays a year but no less than 17 paid holidays

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.