Collaborate with the Battery R&D, coaching and developing direct reports across a broad range of engineering and technical disciplines
Experience with budgeting, forecasting and financial planning for a large technical team
Define and oversee Factory Acceptance Test and Site Acceptance Test of manufacturing equipment
Oversee installation and ensure ramp-up of Battery manufacturing equipment
Optimize product flow and line efficiency by designing or improving tools, jigs, stations, work methods and ergonomics using the 5S methodology
Characterize baseline performance and capability of each system and drive actions to maintain or improve performance as measured by product quality and tool availability
Identify and drive continuous improvement and cost reduction programs
Drive process control and process development, specifically in the areas of quality and equipment capability
Work independently and with vendors to understand root cause of failures, propose design or component changes, and implement and validate equipment modifications
Generate machine documentation for operations and maintenance
Oversee technician/operator training on the equipment
Establish machine maintenance schedule and spares list
Drive other projects as needed by management or as business needs change
What You’ll Bring
BS Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or similar. Alternatively, the equivalent in experience and evidence of exceptional ability
Minimum 10 years prior experience in manufacturing and automation design.
Understanding of automation systems, mechanical engineering, robotics, PLCs, data collection systems
Excellent interpersonal skills to effectively achieve results with multiple vendors and internal and external customers
Strong hands-on experience with high-volume and pilot manufacturing
Working knowledge of data analysis, statistics, SPC
Able to maintain organization and focus in a highly dynamic environment
Excellent communicator, both in presentations and written reports
Proven ability to work well with production personnel of all levels
Able to travel 30% of the time, both domestically and internationally