What are the responsibilities and job description for the MES Specialist position at SK battery America, Inc.?
About SK Battery America (SKBA)
As the flagship entity of SK On and a leader in the electric vehicle (EV) battery manufacturing sector, SKBA is at the forefront of advancing high nickel technology. With an impressive revenue of $2 billion and dedicated team of over 3,000 employees, we provide high-energy density battery cells to top automotive brands like Ford, Volkswagen, and Hyundai Motors. SKBA's North American expansion is marked by strategic joint partnerships with industry giants such as Ford and Hyundai, underscoring our commitment to the evolving EV landscape.
Role and Responsibilities
- MES Process Design & Implementation: Analyze, design, develop, test and implement improvements or innovations pertaining to the Manufacturing Execution System (MES) processes and functions, specifically focused on Electrode, Assembly, Formation, and Module based standard information.
- Production System Management: Oversee the detailed production planning and operations, leveraging the capabilities of the MES system. Operate local sites (SOR/SOP) and provide immediate support during system malfunctions.
- Manufacturing Process Establishment: Define and guide the establishment of efficient manufacturing system processes within the realms of process management, quality management, and equipment management.
- Production Activity Monitoring: Harness MES systems to track production performance, ensuring the alignment of activities with established standards and benchmarks
- Training & Support: Spearhead user training sessions on MES systems and offer consistent support to team members, fostering an environment of continuous learning and system efficiency.
- Troubleshooting & Prevention: Act proactively to address manufacturing site issues, troubleshoot system anomalies, and strategize preventative measures.
Skill and Qualifications:
- 5 years experience in a MES system development or operation
- 3 number of project experience about MES System development
- Bachelor's degree in IT, Computer Science, Business Administration, or a related discipline.
- Must have minimum of 1 years of hands-on experience in the manufacturing industry, predominantly centered on MES systems..
- Adeptness in designing and implementing MES systems (EV battery, Automobile or any kinds of manufacturing industry)
- Mastery in database management, specifically in Oracle/SQL Server environments
- Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office applications.
- An intrinsic ability to collaborate and contribute within a team setting.
- Stellar teamwork, collaboration, and communication skills.
- Familiarity with cloud-based ERP and Groupware solutions.
- In-depth knowledge of administrative best practices and process optimization.
- IT development expertise, notably in .NET, C#, JAVA, etc., with an emphasis on system development for semiconductor/battery manufacturing industries (Preferred)
- Korean bilingual is a plus.
- Rich experience in interfacing with production/inspection equipment and adeptness in PLC/HSMS/TIB communications protocols (Preferred).
- Comprehensive understanding of administrative processes and their intricate integration points within an ERP (Preferred)
- An analytical and problem-solving mindset focused on enhancing administrative efficiency and ERP Integration (Preferred)
