EAP Specialist

Introduction to SK Battery America:

SK Battery America is the global leading battery manufacturer for electric vehicles, We aim to produce the safest, fastest-charging, and longest-lasting batteries to create a cleaner and more sustainable future across the United States.

Since 2019, we have invested a total of $2.6 billion to build EV battery plants in Commerce, Georgia, and created over 3,000 highly-skilled jobs. Building a new chapter in automotive history, we are opening new possibilities and taking great pride in the talented people who drive our growth.

*SK Group is one of South Korea's top three industrial conglomerates.

It has about 107 affiliated companies, ranging from energy, telecommunications, finance, and construction.

This position is part of SKBA's IT Shared service but actually functions as a member of the BlueOval SK IT team

About BlueOval SK:

BlueOval SK is a historic investment between two global companies, Ford Motor Company and SK On, who share the ambitious vision of electrifying the future of mobility. Together, they invested a total of $11.4 billion dollars to form a Joint Venture company called BlueOval SK. By utilizing SK On’s battery technology the company aspires to make the world’s most safe and dependable electric vehicle (EV) batteries for the Ford and Lincoln brand

s.The partnership is building three EV battery plants. One plant is located in Stanton, Tennessee at BlueOval City and twin plants will stand in Glendale, Kentucky at BlueOval SK Battery Par

Role and Responsibilities: (day to day expected job duties)

• EAP Process Design & Implementation: Analyze, design, develop, test, and implement improvements or innovations pertaining to the Equipment Automation Program(EAP) processes and functions, specifically focused on seamless communication between manufacturing tools and upper-level applications like RMS and MES
• System Management: Oversee detailed production planning and operations by leveraging the capabilities of the EAP system. Provide immediate support during system malfunctions at local sites(SOR/SOP). Maintenance and issue monitoring for on-line equipment.
• Process Establishment: Define and manage the address map for equipment communication. Define and guide the establishment of efficient manufacturing system processes within the real ms of process management, quality management, and equipment management, ensuring EAP integration to reduce manual intervention and minimize errors
• Production Activity Monitoring: Utilize EAP systems to track production performance. Alignment and monitoring of data transmission between MES and legacy systems are required
• Training & Support: Lead user training sessions on EAP systems and provide consistent support to team members, fostering and environment of continuous learning and system efficiency
• Troubleshooting & Prevention: Act proactively to address manufacturing site issues, troubleshoot system anomalies, and strategize preventive measures using EAP functionalities
• This position would require 5% to 25% travel annually between partner manufacturing sites in other states(TN,GA)

Minimum Requirements (skills required to do this job; list at least 3 that are quantifiable)

• Bachelor's degree in IT, Computer Science, or a related field
• Must have minimum of 1+ years of hands-on experience in the manufacturing industry, predominantly centered on MES systems.

o Entry: 0 to 2 year hands-on work experience

o Junior: 3 to 6 year hands-on work experience

o Senior: 7+ year hands-on work experience

• Adeptness in designing and implementing EAP systems.
• Extensive experience in Melsec PLC(MELSEC).
• Proven capability in developing host systems.
• Demonstrated proficiency in developing SEMI host systems
• Strong expertise in Java, MSSQL, NET, and Java SpringBoot
• An intrinsic ability to collaborate and contribute within a team setting
• Stellar teamwork, collaboration, and communication skills.
• Familiarity with cloud-based ERP and Groupwarae solutions.
• In-depth knowledge of administrative best practices and process optimization

Preferred Requirements

• IT development expertise,notably in.NET, C#, JAVA, etc, with an emphasis on system development for semiconductor/battery manufacturing industries
• Rich experience in interfacing with production/inspection equipment and adeptness in PLC/HSMS/TIB communication protocols.
• Strong background in automated equipment control and data collection
• Proficiency in designing and implementing automation strategies
• Experience in integrating EAP with MES and RMS systmes.
• Considering detailing secondary skills, certifications, or experience that could augment the role but are not obligatory.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office applications.
• Bilingual in both Korean and English