Paint Assistant Manager
Core
Lead production operations, quality control, and team development for manufacturing assembly lines.
Role type
Senior manufacturing operations manager
Builds
Consumer electronics assembly lines (Home Appliance, Vehicle, Media Entertainment)
Domain
Manufacturing / Consumer Electronics
Deliverable
production features
Required skills
Manufacturing process management, Six Sigma/Lean, inventory management, KPI analysis, team leadership, safety compliance, problem-solving, production tracking systems
Preferred skills
Metal stamping, injection molding, paint systems, Microsoft Office
Responsibilities
Ensure inventory levels support assembly lines, develop strategies to improve productivity and quality, maintain 5S standards, create continuous improvement culture, analyze operational reports to detect problems, set product standards and test samples, coordinate facility maintenance, forecast labor expenses, lead and develop high-performance teams, conduct employee evaluations, establish safe working environments
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC with management oversight
Full job description
Step into the innovative world of LG Electronics. As a global leader in technology, LG Electronics is dedicated to creating innovative solutions for a better life. Our brand promise, 'Life's Good', embodies our commitment to ensuring a happier life for all. We have a rich history spanning over six decades and a global presence in over 290 locations. Our diverse portfolio includes Home Appliance Solutions, Media Entertainment Solutions, Vehicle Solutions, and Eco Solutions. Our management philosophy, "Jeong-do Management," embodies our commitment to high ethical standards and transparent operations. Grounded in the principles of 'Customer-Value Creation' and 'People-Oriented Management', these values shape our corporate culture, fostering creativity, diversity, and integrity. At LG, we believe in the power of collective wisdom through an inclusive work environment. Join us and become a part of a company that is shaping the future of technology. At LG, we strive to make Life Good for Everyone.
Responsibilities:
Ensure inventory levels are sufficient to support the production of all assembly lines
Identify areas of opportunity and develop strategies to improve productivity, quality and employee engagement
Understand the key performance indicators that support continued business growth
Maintain high levels of 5S in all production departments.
Support the management and direction of all production parts and quality activity to ensure a safe work environment
Responsible for creating and executing a culture of continuous improvement
Assist with developing and implementing production tracking and quality control systems, analyzing production, quality control, maintenance and other operational reports to detect production problems
Set and monitor product standards and examining samples of product part and testing during processing
Coordinate and recommend procedures for facility and equipment maintenance
Aligns Innovation team to forecast and reduces labor expense, forecasts, tracks and escalates as necessary
Lead and develop a high performance team
Lead efforts to increase employee satisfaction and strengthen employee culture
Advocate for people oriented management ensuring equality for employees
Trains and coaches team in the Jeong Do Management Principles
Conducts employee evaluations to ensure each employee has a development plan, is challenged and is motivated to continue their professional growth
Achievement of daily, monthly and annual team targets
Responsible for establishing and promoting a safe working environment and establishes and monitors compliance activities to support the safety program.
Requirements:
7 to 10 years previous management experience in a manufacturing environment
Strong understanding of production of complex equipment and system integration
Strong knowledge of manufacturing methods and process improvements that includes but not limited to manufacturing and Six Sigma lean manufacturing
Technical ability with problem solving, critical thinking and analytical skills
Ability to use strong skills in analyzing, troubleshooting and evaluating problems
Exceptional written and oral communication skills
Experience with metal stamps, injection mold, and paint systems preferred
Intermediate level knowledge of Microsoft office
Strong knowledge of manufacturing including machine capabilities and efficiencies, etc.
Benefits Offered Full-Time Employees:
No-cost employee premiums for you and your eligible dependents for competitive medical, dental, vision and prescription benefits.
Auto enrollment with immediate vesting of competitive company matching contributions in a 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan with several investment options.
Generous Paid Time Off program that includes company holidays and a combined bank of paid sick and vacation time.
Performance based Short-Term Incentives (varies by role).
Access to confidential mental health resources to help you and your loved ones improve your quality of life. Personal fitness goal incentives.
Family orientated benefits such as paid parental leave and support for families raising children with learning, social, behavioral challenges, or developmental disabilities.
Group Rate Life and Disability Insurance.
Benefits Offered Temporary/Contractors:
Eligible for the relevant benefit programs offered through our partner agencies.
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