Specialist II, Production Planning

Job Description

Job Description

We awaken the world with energy.

LG Energy Solution is the global leader in lithium-ion battery technology for electric vehicles and energy storage solutions.  Located in Queen Creek, Arizona, LG Energy Solution Arizona, Inc. is LG Group's first cylindrical battery manufacturer in North America, leading the widespread distribution of electric vehicles with the most advanced battery technology in the world.

Join us as we inspire our talent with growth, challenge, action and collaboration to Empower Every Possibility!

Job Summary: 

At LG Energy Solution Arizona, Inc., the Specialist II, Production Planning will play a key role in supporting production planning and scheduling activities within a high-volume manufacturing environment to align customer demand, production capacity, and inventory targets. This role develops and adjusts production plans based on real-time conditions, inventory levels, and operational requirements to maintain schedule adherence and minimize disruptions. Working closely with production and cross-functional teams, the specialist analyzes performance, identifies potential risks, and supports improvements to planning processes to ensure efficient production flow and on-time delivery.

Responsibilities:

• Monitor production progress, inventory levels, and capacity constraints to identify risks and support schedule adjustments.
• Analyze production and inventory data to support decision-making and planning accuracy.
• Coordinate with production, supply chain, and engineering teams to ensure alignment of schedules, materials, and operational priorities.
• Support resolution of production and scheduling issues by identifying root causes and coordinating with internal teams.
• Maintain accuracy of production planning data, inventory records, and system inputs within planning systems.
• Track and report on production performance metrics, including schedule adherence and inventory levels.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives to enhance planning processes and operational efficiency.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Operations Management, Business, or a related field.
• 3+ years of experience in production planning, supply chain, or manufacturing operations within a high-volume production environment.
• Experience in production scheduling, inventory management, and capacity planning.
• Experience analyzing production and inventory data to support operational decisions.
• Experience working in a cross-functional manufacturing environment.
• Experience using systems for planning and inventory tracking.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced production environment.
• Ability to work flexible hours as needed to support production operations.

Skills:

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Knowledge of production planning, scheduling, and inventory management principles.
• Proficiency in ERP/MRP systems and Microsoft Excel.
• Strong organizational and time management skills.
• Effective communication and cross-functional coordination skills.
• Ability to analyze data and support decision making.
• Ability to adapt to changing priorities in a production environment.
• Ability to work flexible hours as needed to support operational demands.

Why should you work here?

1. Growth - You are a self-driven individual who seeks and captures the opportunities for growth we offer by acquiring and solving tasks.

2. Challenge - You reach beyond expectations and strive for innovative methods beyond the traditional.

3. Action - You are driven, take initiative, can execute decisions with agility and fulfill tasks to completion. 

4. Collaboration - You are enthusiastic about teamwork while respecting the different backgrounds and experience of colleagues.

EEO Statement

LG Energy Solution Arizona, Inc. is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer.

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