Manager, Manufacturing (New Projects)

 

About Envision AESC US LLC

Envision AESC is a world-leading battery technology company headquartered in Japan and committed to research, development, design, manufacture and sales of high-power batteries for EVs and energy storage batteries. Envision AESC has 4,000 employees and 10 production plants in Japan, the U.S., the U.K., China and France. For the past 12 years, Envision AESC has produced high-performance, extended range batteries for more than 650,000 electric vehicles in 44 countries, achieving a record of “zero critical battery malfunction.” In June 2021, Envision AESC was again named on the “Global Tier 1 Battery Companies” list by Benchmark, a leading U.K.-based lithium-ion battery supply chain research organization.

 

Envision AESC invests heavily in next-generation technology to drive innovation and works with its strategic partners to continually push the boundaries of performance, safety and efficiency. Its teams work with strategic partners to continuously improve the company’s global leadership in product development, quality, and sustainable processes. Find out more at envision-aesc.com/us

 

We are currently seeking candidates to fill a Manager, Manufacturing position to be based in our new plant in Bowling Green, KY; while this plant is under construction, the roles and responsibilities will be carried out in both Smyrna, TN facility and a satellite office in Bowling Green, Kentucky. 

 

Benefits

• Working in a great team environment
• Highly automated, clean, safe, and temperature-controlled production environment
• Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance 
• HSA and Flexible Spending Accounts
• 401K with company match plus annual retirement contribution
• Life Insurance (Company paid and additional voluntary life available)
• Paid Vacation and 14 Paid Holidays
• Short term and long-term disability coverage (Company Paid).
• Tuition reimbursement

 

Job Summary

 

Job Title: Manager, Manufacturing

  

The manufacturing manager will initially join the core project team responsible for the new Bowling Green plant launch particularly in development, revision, and execution of a hiring plan for manufacturing team members as well as other key operations team members. This role will also be responsible for developing necessary training plans and recruitment strategies with the representatives of the local and the State government. After the production launch, the main function of the position will be transitioned to managing real-time operations supporting lithium-ion battery production by leading a team of Manufacturing Supervisors, Manufacturing Technicians and other team members in a manner that facilitates the use of company resources. This role also ensures equipment uptime improvements while achieving Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) with an emphasis on improving Safety and OEE while reducing equipment downtime and achieving critical cost reductions/increases to profitability. Working with plant leadership, develops, reviews, and tracks manufacturing budgets and supporting Envision AESC Production Way. Evaluates manufacturing policies and procedures. Provides project support of equipment installation, debugging and program launches.   

  

Job Functions  

  

The following job function statements describe the general nature and level of work being performed. They are not construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified. The job function statements reflect expectations of the fully trained, proficient incumbent who meets all performance criteria.    

 

• Understands the overall project schedule and develop a detail hiring plan for Manufacturing team members as well as other key Operations team members in conjunction with the core project team.
• Makes necessary revisions to the hiring plan to align with the overall project schedule.
• Draft and update job descriptions and postings according to the hiring plan, organizes interviews, interview candidates, and participates in hiring decisions.
• Create a master training plan, training requirements and an evaluation system in accordance with the Envision AESC Production Way.
• Reviews overall progress of the training activity and its effective and make necessary adjustments to ensure the success.
• Works with the local and the State government officials to develop necessary training requirements and programs.
• Oversees daily activities of the team to maximize real-time utilization of resources; interfaces with Management to achieve smooth coordination to the project schedule and maximization of schedule adherence.  
• Lead and participate production equipment buyoff and training activities.
• Manages pilot production and reporting KPIs.
• Monitors and tracks equipment uptime.  Investigates and implements ways to improve overall equipment uptime. Plans corrective action on downtime issues. Enacts contingency plans as needed when troubleshooting is required or to escalate issues.  
• Ensures that Supervisors coordinate technicians’ schedules and manage schedule adherence; analyzes and recommends scheduling of personnel and staffing increases or decreases to ensure optimum results  
• Conduct staff meetings and positively lead the team to achieve all Key Performance Indicator goals and implement the continuous improvement mindset.   
• Develops and manages In-House budget.  Participates in daily, weekly and monthly KPI meetings and institutes countermeasures to the top technical issues.   
• Reviews and approves expense reports, P-card purchases and participates in the selection of potential vendors to assist in various manufacturing related activities.  
• Maintains a favorable working relationship with all employees to foster and promote a cooperative and harmonious work environment. Monitors safety performance and facilitates implementation of action to improve safety performance. Proactively identifies and addresses safety concerns before an accident occurs.   
• Manages Manufacturing Supervisors, Leaders, and Technicians.
• Lead the team to achieve the SQCT targets and supports Envision AESC’s goals/objectives.  
• Has nonexempt through journey-level exempt subordinates or contractors. Supervises and provides leadership, coaching, guidance, training and staff development; interviews and selects employees; plans and evaluates employee performance; may recommend merit increases, transfers and promotions; counsels and disciplines employees as necessary; recommends termination when appropriate; monitors time and attendance of subordinates and approves timesheets.  

 

Management Accountability: Supervises and provides leadership, coaching, guidance, training and staff development; interviews and selects unit employees; plans and evaluates employee performance; recommends merit increases, transfers and promotions; counsels and disciplines employees as necessary; recommends termination when appropriate; and monitors time and attendance of subordinates.    

  

• As necessary, performs other related duties of which the above are representative.    

  

Minimum Qualifications  

Job Knowledge and Skill:  

                                

• Manufacturing knowledge and expertise. Background in supporting a highly technical automotive-related manufacturing environment is highly desired. Experience in supporting the operations across various levels and functions.    
• Knowledge of international standards organization (ISO) 9001 manufacturing quality standards, ISO 14000 environmental standards, and IATF 16949 Standards.    
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills; interpersonal skills; report writing skills, presentation abilities, and motivational skills.    
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively with all staff levels and disciplines a must.  Able to work cross-functionally with staff in Operations, Production, Engineering, Quality, Human Resources and Research and Development 
• Formal problem-solving experience on complex issues is a must.  Outstanding planning, scheduling, organizational and demonstrated leadership skills in a fast-paced environment are required.  

 

Experience:  

  

• Five years of experience working in a manufacturing environment involving complex automated equipment.    

 

Supervisory Experience:  

  

• Two or more years Supervisory experience, providing leadership, coaching, guidance, and training and contributing to staff development. Supervised subordinates or contractors with differentiated roles. Subordinate positions carried several different titles. Functions, though similar in objective, were distinct.    

  

Education:  

  

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution.

  

Computer Skills and Required Software Experience:  

  

• Working knowledge of word processor, spreadsheet, other PC applications, or other PC applications to produce non-standard, creative products.    

  

Travel:  

  

• Occasional day or overnight travel (up to 25%).
• Onsite work either at Smyrna TN plant and/or Bowling Green, KY

  

Equal Opportunity Employer

 

All of us at Envision AESC – regardless of functional area or expertise – share a passion to design, manufacture, and sell high-performance products. It is our policy to provide Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) to all persons regardless of race, gender, disability, or any other status protected by law. Candidates for this position must be legally authorized to work in the United States and will be required to provide proof of employment eligibility at the time of hire.

 

For more information, visit http://www.envision-aesc.com  

 

**Visa sponsorship for this position is not available at this time. *

 

Envision AESC invests $2 billion for 30GWh electric battery gigafactory, creating 2,000 jobs

Envision AESC’s Investment in 30GWh Kentucky Gigafactory Creates 2,000 New Jobs and Solidifies the Commonwealth as Electric Vehicle Battery Capital of U.S.
 Envision AESC, a world-leading Japanese electric vehicle battery technology company, along with Gov. Beshear, announced on April 14, 2022 its $2 billion investment to build a new, state-of-the-art gigafactory in the Kentucky Transpark in Bowling Green, Warren County. The 30GWh plant will create 2,000 skilled jobs in the region, producing battery cells and modules to power the next generation EVs. To learn more, see the full release.

“Envision is a company with a tremendous track record for success,” said Gov. Beshear. “They’ve been producing high-performance, extended-range batteries for 12 years. They are not new to this and they currently power over 650,000 vehicles operating in 44 counties. In that time, Envision has achieved a record of zero critical battery malfunctions.”