L-H Battery Company

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 Material and Warehouse Supervisor will be responsible for overseeing and managing the day-to-day operations of the warehouse, including receiving, storing, and shipping products or materials for achievement of production and quality goals, while ensuring efficient coordination amongst the staff. Monitoring and enforcing compliance with company policies and safety regulations to warrant the safety of all warehouse employees. Usage of engagement practices with direct reports such as clear and effective communication along with career development.

Responsibilities:

• Manage the daily material management operations within the plant through the supervision of 30 associates.
• Achievement of operational KPIs, e.g., safety, quality, delivery, and waste
• Manage staffing for receiving area to meet ongoing production requirements and proactively escalate staffing shortages/surpluses
• Assess skill sets, current and future development needs of direct reports, and take steps to mentor and develop appropriately
• Manage development, training, and implementation of standardized work
• Support and train team to inspect materials, products, or equipment to detect defects or malfunctions
• Conduct timely and complete performance evaluations of direct associates, as well as those reporting under your indirect supervision
• Plan and establish work schedules, assignments, and production sequences to meet production goals
• Read and analyze charts, work orders, production schedules, and other records and reports to determine production requirements, and to evaluate current production estimates and outputs
• Coordinate communication / documentation between shifts
• Lead general problem-solving activities with intent to solve the problem and countermeasure
• Execute routine inspection of the production area to review status of safety and quality compliance
• Act as Subject Matter Expert (SME) of assigned equipment and operational assignments
• Ensure compliance for plant safety and environmental regulations
• Ensure equipment is properly maintained to meet high equipment efficiency targets
• Coordinate any repairs with maintenance
• Perform other duties as assigned

Education/Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in business, management, engineering or equivalent related experience
• 6+ years of experience in a supervisory or leadership position
• Experience working with receiving and shipping operations
• Experience with, and willing to be certified on, forklift equipment
• Experience with leading direct reports
• Project management experience

Knowledge/Skills:

• Proficient with Microsoft Office and related software
• Ability to work cross functionally and collaborate with other departments
• Strong communications and interpersonal skills

Additional requirements:

• Comply with company and area Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) requirements
• Strong interest and ability to assist in developmental growth of direct reports
• Adhere to general, and position-specific, dress code requirements
• Able to work effectively in both office and production environments
• Prompt and regular attendance within our onsite operations
• Flexibility to work adjusted shifts, as necessary
• This role requires up to 10% travel (domestic and/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.