Manufacturing Innovation Engineer

At StarPlus Energy, a joint venture between Samsung/Stellantis, join us in establishing the first plant of its kind in Indiana. As a member of our team, you will play an important role in our company's positive culture by helping us build and maintain an effective organization as the automotive industry moves toward an electric future.

The manufacturing innovation position will report directly to the Manufacturing Innovation Director and be primarily responsible for Key Process Indicator (KPI) development and reporting mechanisms for the battery manufacturing operations working closely with key internal stakeholders in Safety, Quality, Operations, Engineering, Maintenance and Human Resources.

Roles And Responsibilities

• Develop KPI reporting process and system
• Implement standard dashboard for tracking and monitoring key KPI metrics
• Implement continuous improvement tracking program
• Work individually with department managers on key performance metrics
• Champion the Samsung SDI Manufacturing Execution System (MES) and become a subject matter expert and mentor to other StarPlus Energy leaders
• Work with the Operations team to drive improvement initiatives within manufacturing
• Complete additional assignments from the Manufacturing Innovation Director
• Bachelor's degree in engineering, technology or management equivalent
• 2 years' experience in a manufacturing environment
• Experience in performance metrics related to manufacturing
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Excellent knowledge of the Microsoft Windows suite
• Proven capability working within cross-functional teams
• Skilled in handling multiple projects simultaneously
• Proven self-starter and motivator
  
  

Preferred Qualifications

• Manufacturing experience working within automotive or Tier 1 supply
• Understanding of KPI utilization within a TPS operating system or equivalent
• Familiarity with IOT or Big Data systems
• Battery manufacturing experience
• Experience with inspections systems including vision, laser, CT, Xray, etc.
• Experience in highly automated equipment
  
  

LOCATIONKokomo, INREQ NUMBER24-096SALARY75,000Salary within the posted range is commensurate with experience and qualifications.BENEFITSOur benefits include medical, dental, vision, and life insurance, short and long-term disability, PTO, 401K with company match, and tuition reimbursement.