Manager, Equipment

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Full Time Part Leader Holland, MI, US

Title: Manager, Equipment

Department: Cell

Team: Cell Equip Tech

Report To: Sr. Manager, Equipment

Work Arrangement: On-site

Employment Type: Full-Time

Employment Classification: Exempt

Schedule: Monday – Friday 8am- 5pm | Schedule may vary based on business needs. Additional compensation opportunities may be available.

Benefits: LG Energy Solution offers a competitive total rewards package, including 100% employer-paid medical, dental, and vision coverage for eligible employees
, paid time off, a 401(k) with company match, and additional voluntary benefits. Benefit eligibility and plan details are subject to the applicable benefit plans.

LG Energy Solution Michigan, Inc. is a global leader in advanced lithium-ion battery technology, delivering innovative battery solutions for electric vehicles (EVs) and Energy Storage Systems (ESS). With expanding operations across the United States, we are committed to innovation, quality, safety, and sustainability while powering the future of clean energy. Join our team and help shape the next generation of advanced battery technology.

Position Summary:

The Manager, Equipment is responsible for leading equipment engineering and maintenance activities within an assigned manufacturing area to ensure safe, reliable, and efficient operation of production equipment and systems. This position oversees equipment reliability, preventive maintenance, troubleshooting, equipment improvements, technical projects, and continuous improvement to minimize downtime and support production objectives.

The Manager, Equipment leads Equipment Engineers, Technicians, and other assigned team members and partners with Production, Maintenance, Quality, Safety, Engineering, vendors, and global teams to resolve complex equipment issues, improve equipment performance, and support safe and reliable manufacturing operations.

• Manage equipment engineering and maintenance activities to support safe, reliable, and efficient manufacturing operations.
• Oversee preventive and predictive maintenance programs for assigned production equipment and ensure maintenance activities are completed effectively and on schedule.
• Monitor equipment performance, reliability, and downtime to identify recurring issues, operational risks, and improvement opportunities.
• Lead the resolution of complex equipment failures and technical issues to minimize unplanned downtime and production disruption.
• Analyze equipment performance and maintenance data to identify root causes and implement sustainable corrective and preventive actions.
• Lead equipment improvement, modification, reliability, and optimization projects to improve safety, quality, productivity, maintainability, and equipment performance.
• Establish and monitor equipment performance indicators and use data to prioritize maintenance and improvement activities.
• Provide technical oversight and support for critical equipment engineering, troubleshooting, and maintenance activities.
• Coordinate equipment activities with Production, Maintenance, Quality, Safety, Engineering, and other departments to support operational priorities.
• Support equipment installation, commissioning, modification, validation, and production readiness activities as required.
• Manage vendor and contractor relationships, including technical coordination, service quality, cost, scheduling, and performance.
• Communicate with global headquarters and other technical teams regarding equipment projects, technical issues, continuous improvement, problem-solving, and planning.
• Ensure equipment documentation, maintenance records, technical specifications, and other required records are accurate and maintained in accordance with applicable quality and document-control requirements.
• Ensure equipment activities comply with applicable safety requirements, including electrical safety, Lockout/Tagout (LOTO), and Company safety programs.
• Support internal, customer, regulatory, and other applicable audits related to equipment, maintenance, safety, and documentation.
• Conduct required Layered Process Audits (LPAs) and ensure identified gaps are appropriately addressed.
• Support department budgeting, equipment investment planning, purchasing, and resource planning as required.
• Maintain cleanliness at work-site in accordance with 5S3R Standards:
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