Manpower Specialist

Date Posted : 10 / 10 / 2025

Hiring Organization : Rose International

Position Number : 489878

Industry : Automotive

Job Title : Manpower Specialist

Job Location : Jeffersonville, OH, USA, 43128

Work Model : Onsite

Shift : Normal Business Hours

Employment Type : Permanent

FT / PT : Full-Time

Must Have Skills / Attributes : Employee Relations, Human Resources

Experience Desired : Workforce planning, scheduling, or HR within a manufacturing environment (3+ yrs)

Required Minimum Education : Bachelor’s Degree

• C2C is not available

Job Description

The LGES – HONDA Joint Venture, located in Jeffersonville, Ohio, is bringing the power! A transformation is happening within the auto industry, and we are leading the way. We develop and manufacture large lithium-ion polymer batteries and packs of the highest quality for electric vehicle (EV) and energy storage applications.

Established in 2023, The LGES – HONDA Joint Venture is passionate about developing and maintaining a culture where our associates and customers understand their value and worth. We are making a positive impact, and we want you to be a part of it!

www.lgeshonda.com

Summary :

The Manpower Specialist 2 plays a crucial role in ensuring optimal staffing levels across the production operations. This position is responsible for workforce planning, resource allocation and coordination to meet production demands efficiently. The specialist will strategically manage human resources by collaborating with business divisions to forecast labor needs, manage shift coverage, and support associate onboarding and retention strategies.

Responsibilities :

Analyze production schedules and collaborate with business divisions to forecast labor requirements.

Develop strategies to ensure appropriate allocation of resources, considering factors such as project timelines, shift schedules and associate turnover

Create contingency plans in response to changes in business conditions

Address staffing adjustments, training needs and talent acquisition strategies

Collect and analyze workforce data, including trends, turnover rates and productivity metrics to inform decision-making and maintain an agile workforce

Regularly report to leadership, including C-Suite, regarding staffing levels and strategies for optimization

Assist leadership in justifying and gaining approval for additional manpower and securing budget for necessary manpower resources

Track and report KPIs related to staffing efficiency, labor forecast, instability and turnover to drive continuous improvement

Partner with recruiting to ensure consistent understanding of manpower situation

Perform routine tasks as required to support the HR function?

Education / Experience :

Bachelor’s degree in business, Human Resources, Operations Management, or related field

3+ years of professional of experience in workforce planning, scheduling, or HR within a manufacturing environment

Knowledge / Skills :

Ability to analyze production schedules and predict labor needs accurately.

Familiarity with shift structures, production timelines, and operational workflows.

Skilled in interpreting workforce data (e.g., turnover, productivity) to support decision-making.

Capable of developing staffing strategies and contingency plans based on changing business conditions.

Strong interpersonal skills to work effectively with leadership, recruiting, and operations teams.

Ability to address staffing gaps, training needs, and resource challenges proactively.

Experience supporting manpower-related budget requests and resource approvals.

Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office, specifically Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint

Thorough understanding of laws, regulations, and guidelines related to HR

Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related software

Prompt and regular attendance within our onsite operations

Flexibility to work adjusted shifts as necessary

Additional Requirements :

This role requires up to 10% of travel (domestic)

Are you ready to join us in our journey toward a better world? Start your future with us, where we are building tomorrow, together. Welcome to The LGES - HONDA Joint Venture!

What differentiates the LGES – HONDA Joint Venture and makes us an employer of choice?

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Additional Offerings :

LGES-Honda Joint Venture, L-H Battery Company, is an equal opportunity employer and considers qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected factor.

Benefits :

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