Equipment Engineer I

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Job description

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!

The Equipment Engineer 1 will support the manufacturing and production plan, ensure the safety of the workplace, optimize equipment & maximize manufacturing Overall Equipment Effectiveness (OEE), and support line capacities through cycle time and downtime reduction activities

Responsibilities:

Utilize data analysis and Plan-Do-Check-Act (PDCA) to lead, support, develop and justify solutions with related groups/departments to solve complex equipment related problems

Monitor and manage equipment to ensure optimal manufacturing performance and function, while minimizing operating expenses and ensuring safety

Review, analyze, and present reports to identify and communicate machine micro stops, breakdowns and yield impacts, and lead the development of countermeasures, striving for continuous improvement

Develop and ensure completion of production work orders for equipment related items by creating or updating PLC Ladder Logic, improving mechanical design, updating vision systems, updating line layouts, etc

Develop capability of self and team through training, mentoring, and sharing of experiences

Establish priorities and make decisions based on data analytics to effectively accomplish business objectives

Test, evaluate, and implement new and innovative technologies to improve overall equipment and process efficiency

Communicate with local and international vendors and purchasing department to facilitate equipment repairs and replacement

Ensure compliance with health, safety, and environmental regulations

Maintain cleanliness at worksite in accordance with 5S3R Standards:

Sort, Set in order, Shine, Standardize, Sustain

Right Location, Right Quantity, Right Container

Perform other duties as assigned

Education/Experience:

Bachelor of Science in Engineering or Engineering Technology or equivalent related experience

0 to 3+ years of experience in manufacturing related job or equivalent relevant experience

Manufacturing co-op experience preferred but not required

Knowledge/Skills:

Battery production related knowledge preferred but not required

Proficient in Microsoft Office suite

CAD Software (AutoCad, Solidworks, Catia, etc.) experience preferred but not required

Positive attitude, open minded, and team player

Strong self-motivation and desire to work in a manufacturing environment

Strong communication and interpersonal skills

Ability to multitask and solve complex problems

Strong technical analysis and troubleshooting skills

Ability to manage projects and schedules

Korean language proficiency a plus

Additional requirements:

Comply with company Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) requirements

Able to work in both office and manufacturing environments

Hands-on support of equipment

Prompt and regular attendance within our onsite operations

Flexibility to work adjusted shifts as necessary

This role requires up to 20% of 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.

• Only those lawfully authorized to work in the designated country associated with the position will be considered.

• Please note that all Position start dates and duration are estimates and may be reduced or lengthened based upon a client's business needs and requirements.

Benefits:

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Rose International is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender (expression or identity), national origin, arrest and conviction records, disability, veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law. Positions located in San Francisco and Los Angeles, California will be administered in accordance with their respective Fair Chance Ordinances.

If you need assistance in completing this application, or during any phase of the application, interview, hiring, or employment process, whether due to a disability or otherwise, please contact our HR Department .

Rose International has an official agreement (ID ), effective June 30, 2008, with the U.S. Department of Homeland Security, U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services, Employment Verification Program (E-Verify). (Posting required by OCGA 13/10-91.).

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