Manager, Production

Title: Manager, Production Reports to: Director, Plant Operations Direct Reports: Yes Location: Lansing Michigan LG Energy Solution Michigan Inc. (LGESMI) develops and manufactures large lithium-ion polymer batteries and modules for electric vehicle (EV) and energy storage applications. Come join the leader in advanced EV batteries! www.lgenergymi.com{target="_blank" rel="noopener"} Summary: A Production Manager leads and guides floor operation members to produce accurate, targeted volumes for internal and external customers while meeting standards of safety, quality, and cost. You will maintain accountability, discipline, and positive morale in a dynamic, growing environment. Responsibilities: - Manage production and rework processes - Maintain a safe and environmentally compliant working area - Conduct daily morning meetings, review production and yield goals, quality data, inventory, and company news with team and upper management - Monitor and plan daily staffing status and prepare a short-staff backup plan, communicating with off-shift teams as needed - Manage incident reports, safety alerts, and safety training for new employees and visitors - Lead VIP tours of the department - Schedule and present at monthly department meetings - Manage hiring, retention, evaluation, promotion, and termination of hourly employees - Coach and develop the careers of SPVs, crew leaders, and operators - Conduct monthly 1-on-1 interviews with direct reports - Maintain good morale and a positive working environment - Ensure documentation with the state is updated through the internal document control system - Monitor spec sheets and quality samples - Manage quality issues, root causes, and corrective actions - Ensure KPIs are up to date and communicated - Conduct production planning - Submit electronic approvals (EAs) for invoices, parts orders, and organizational changes - 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 - Right Location, Right Quantity, Right Container - Perform other duties as assigned Qualifications: - Bachelor's degree required, MBA or MS preferred, or equivalent, relevant experience Experience: - 7 to 10+ years of experience in complex mechanical assembly, tooling, and manufacturing in a highly automated setting - 3 to 6+ years of experience leading and managing multiple processes - Experience with large production lines and floor management - Experience implementing 5S principles preferred - Supervisor experience in LGESMI preferred Skills: - Comfort around higher management - Ability to deal with ambiguity and make sound decisions - Effective workflow and process management - Planning skills and effective communication of priorities - Delegation and directing teams to meet goals - Ability to work flexible hours as needed to support entire production team