The LGES – HONDA Joint Venture, located in Jeffersonville, Ohio,  is bringing the power!  A transformation is happening within the auto industry, and we are leading the way.  We develop and manufacture large lithium-ion polymer batteries and packs of the highest quality for electric vehicle (EV) and energy storage applications.  

Established in 2023, The LGES – HONDA Joint Venture is passionate about developing and maintaining a culture where our associates and customers understand their value and worth.  We are making a positive impact and we want you to be a part of it! 

www.lgeshonda.com

Summary:

The Production Support Manager is a highly experienced individual who will lead the facilities Production Support team. The role will lead, mentor, and develop the team through daily workload assignments, training, project management, and budget development. Responsibilities include maintaining the Solvent Recovery Process (SRP), Central Electrolyte Storage System (CESS), Environmental Equipment (EE), and the Hot Oil Boiler (HOB) systems to meet Production / Process area needs. The responsibilities for this role include developing schedules, reports, & presentations to department and company leadership.

Responsibilities:

• Ensure the safe operations of all equipment assigned and that all safety policies are followed and enforced.
• Manage the contract for the services group which operates and maintains the SRP, CESS, EE, and HOB systems.
• Manage the activities of the personnel assigned to support the equipment and processes of associated systems.
• Maintain excellent communication with Production Support, Production Groups, Environmental Health and Safety (EHS), Emergency Response Teams (ERT), Facilities Engineering, Facilities Operations, and the leadership groups at LH Battery.
• Develop Standard Operating Procedures (SOP) and streamline current activities to ensure safe and efficient operations.
• Ensure the safe unloading, loading, and storage of bulk NMP solvent and Electrolyte materials.
• Assist in developing/ maintaining the annual budget and manage spending activities for assigned areas.
• Ensure that all activities and events are documented in the appropriate software and tracking programs are utilized.
• Work with Facilities Operations and Engineering to develop, acquire, store, and track spare parts for associated equipment.
• Utilize PDCA and other continuous improvement tools in daily activities.
• Ensure incident reports and root cause analysis is utilized for short comings in the process.
• Ensure that all equipment and work spaces are clean and organized.

Education/Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree pertinent to responsibilities or related relevant experience
• 7-8+ years of experience in manufacturing environment, with leadership experience. -preferably in a chemical operation

Knowledge/skills:

• Experience with chemical handling, transfer, storage, and sampling in an industrial environment.
• Knowledge of project flow, budgeting, cost reporting, and process tracking.
• Experience with Continuous Improvement methodologies including PDCA and root cause analysis.
• Positive attitude, open minded, and a collaborative team player.
• Ability to coach/mentor/develop team members.
• Effective oral and written communication, and presentation skills.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suites
• Demonstrated critical thinking, problem solving, attention to detail, decision making and troubleshooting abilities.
• Ability to read and understand technical drawings and specifications
• Must be comfortable with heights.
• Effective communication of ideas to gain consensus from individuals or teams. 
• Ability to multitask and balance multiple projects simultaneously.
• Korean or Japanese language proficiency a plus.

 Additional requirements:

• Ability to work in all environments: office, shop, and/or outside in all weather extremes
• Flexibility to work adjusted hours as necessary
• This role could require up to 10% of travel (domestic or international)

Are you ready to join us in our journey toward a better world? Start your future with us, where we are building tomorrow, together. Welcome to The LGES - HONDA Joint Venture!

What differentiates the LGES – HONDA Joint Venture and makes us an employer of choice?

Total Rewards:•    Competitive base salary

•    Paid time off, including vacation & paid holidays

•    Ability to earn compensatory time off

•    Industry leading benefit plans (Medical, Dental, Vision, Rx)

•    Shift premium (when assigned)

•    401K plan with company match

•    Relocation assistance (if eligible)

 Career Growth:•    Advancement opportunities

•    Education reimbursement for continued learning

•    Training and Development programs

 Additional Offerings:•    On-Site cafeteria

•    On-Site recreational area

•    On-Site wellness area

•    Clean, climate-controlled environment

LGES-Honda Joint Venture, L-H Battery Company, is an equal opportunity employer and considers qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected factor.