Production Control Specialist II

Summary The Production Control Specialist II supports the execution, monitoring, and control of manufacturing operations to ensure production plans are achieved efficiently and accurately. This position monitors production performance, work-in-process (WIP), finished goods inventory, work orders, material flow, yield, and key operational metrics across Electrode, Assembly, Formation, and Aging processes. The Production Control Specialist II works closely with Production Planning, Production, Quality, Process Engineering, Materials, and other cross-functional teams to identify production constraints, reconcile inventory and system discrepancies, improve schedule adherence, and support timely decision-making. Responsibilities Monitor daily production execution against established plans and schedules; analyze Plan vs. Actual performance to identify deviations, constraints, and risksCoordinate with Production Planning and manufacturing teams on schedule adjustments resulting from equipment downtime, material shortages, yield fluctuations, or quality issuesIdentify bottlenecks and capacity constraints across Electrode, Assembly, Formation, and Aging processes, and support corrective actions and production recovery activitiesMonitor WIP movement and material flow to identify congestion, shortages, or flow concerns, coordinating resolution with Materials, Production, Quality, and Process EngineeringCreate, monitor, maintain, and close production work orders in SAP or applicable manufacturing systems, verifying transaction accuracy and timelinessReview system transactions for discrepancies affecting production, inventory, yield, or material balances, and coordinate resolution with appropriate departmentsMonitor WIP and finished goods inventory accuracy; lead or coordinate monthly physical inventory and cycle-counting activitiesReconcile inventory discrepancies, perform root cause analysis, and coordinate corrective actions for recurring issuesMaintain accurate production control records and supporting documentationTrack and analyze production yield and key performance indicators (schedule attainment, productivity, inventory accuracy, lead time, on-time delivery) by process and reporting periodIdentify performance trends and recurring production issues through data analysis, partnering with Production, Quality, and Engineering to investigatePrepare, validate, and distribute daily, weekly, and monthly production and inventory reports and dashboards for internal stakeholders and headquartersCollaborate with Production Planning, Production, Quality, Process Engineering, Materials, and Logistics to resolve production and inventory concernsParticipate in and facilitate daily and weekly production meetings to review performance, constraints, priorities, and corrective actionsCommunicate production status, inventory conditions, operational risks, and recovery actions to appropriate stakeholders, including local and global LG and Hyundai teamsIdentify and support opportunities to improve production control processes, reporting, inventory accuracy, material flow, and system utilization, including standardization of procedures and work instructionsMaintain regular and reliable attendance, maintain confidentiality of company and operational information, support 5S3R standards, and perform other duties as assigned Qualifications Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Operations Management, Business Administration, Industrial Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, or a related field preferredEquivalent relevant education and experience may be considered Experience 3+ years of experience in production control, production planning, manufacturing operations, supply chain, inventory management, or a related function preferredExperience in a high-volume manufacturing environment preferredExperience supporting production planning, scheduling, production control, or manufacturing execution preferredExperience with inventory management, WIP control, work orders, or manufacturing transactions preferredExperience using SAP, ERP, MES, or comparable manufacturing systems preferredBattery, automotive, advanced manufacturing, or other high-volume manufacturing experience preferred Sponsorship This position is not eligible for employment-based visa sponsorship, now or in the future. Candidates must possess current, unrestricted authorization to work in the United States. Skills Knowledge of production control, manufacturing operations, scheduling, and material-flow principles; understanding of capacity, lead time, WIP, inventory, yield, and schedule attainmentStrong analytical and problem-solving skills; ability to analyze Plan vs. Actual results and interpret production, inventory, yield, and operational dataWorking knowledge of ERP and manufacturing systems such as SAPProficiency in Microsoft Excel (formulas, lookups, filtering, data analysis, reporting) and other Microsoft Office applicationsStrong attention to detail and commitment to data accuracyStrong organizational and time-management skills, with the ability to manage multiple prioritiesEffective written and verbal communication skills; ability to communicate production information clearly to technical, operational, and leadership stakeholdersAbility to work effectively in a cross-functional and multicultural manufacturing environmentAbility to facilitate meetings and follow corrective actions through completionAbility to work independently while maintaining alignment with Production Planning and manufacturing leadership Physical Requirements Ability to perform extended periods of computer-based workAbility to communicate effectively in person, electronically, and by telephoneAbility to periodically walk through manufacturing and warehouse areas to review production, inventory, or material-flow conditionsAbility to perform the essential functions of the position with or without reasonable accommodation Work Environment Primarily works in an office environment within a manufacturing facilityRegular interaction with manufacturing, warehouse, production, and other operational areas may be requiredMay be exposed to manufacturing equipment, noise, moving machinery, and other conditions normally associated with an industrial manufacturing environmentRequired Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) must be worn when entering designated manufacturing areasMay require flexibility to support production schedules, inventory activities, month-end processes, shutdowns, or urgent production conditions outside normal business hours HLBMA LLC is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer that values the diversity of its workforce.