Job Summary: Alsym Energy is looking for a self-driven and motivated manufacturing manager with a passion in the field of energy storage. The successful candidate will be responsible for leading all manufacturing and will work closely with a team of engineers and scientists to deliver products and processes with demanding performance requirements. This position will be excellent for a seasoned manufacturing expert who is seeking an exciting field to work in with a promise of career growth. In this position, the candidate will have an opportunity to drive rapid and innovative advancements in materials and processes for next-generation energy storage systems.
Responsibilities:
Lead and grow our manufacturing infrastructure and processes
Drive the development and scaling of manufacturing lines both lab and commercial
Lead production planning and procurement activities
Hire and manage production and operation teams (machinists, technicians, quality engineers, process engineers)
Develop and educate team on methodical approaches to identify, prioritize, communicate, and resolve production issues
Continuously improve manufacturing processes through use of manufacturing principles and productivity measurements with evaluating, re-organizing, implementation new process techniques, equipment, and organizational structure
Maintain a safe and efficient production line that includes standard lab equipment such as vacuum pumps, centrifugal mixers, humidity and thermal chambers, as well as chemical processing equipment and electrochemical test equipment including battery cyclers and potentiostats
Manage and contribute to equipment maintenance, design, installation, and validation of custom manufacturing equipment
Develop equipment specifications for lab and commercial manufacturing lines
Redesign floor layouts to optimizes workflow efficiency
Lead design reviews for equipment and fixtures in development
Lead cross functional teams to evaluate the manufacturability of prototype designs
Ensure that the facility is fully operational with all utilities functioning properly
Schedule and supervise maintenance repair work and assist with checking installation and servicing
Requirements:
BS or higher in Chemical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, or a related field
At least 8 years of management experience a high-tech manufacturing environment
Experience scaling up manufacturing operations from lab scale to commercialization with an emphasis on chemical processing
Thorough knowledge of Production Planning, Materials Management, Inventory Management, Quality Control, MRP/ERP, Manufacturing Cost Accounting, Bills of Materials, Routings, Shop Floor Control
Experience selecting and implementing ERP systems
Strong understanding of manufacturing equipment maintenance, design, and layout
Strong understanding with FAT/SAT of cell assembly prototype manufacturing equipment; Installation, operation, and maintenance of the prototype manufacturing equipment
Demonstrated Team Building, Team Leading, and Problem-Solving Skills
Strong analytical, organizational, communication and interpersonal skills
Compensation, Benefits, and Perks:
We are committed to providing equitable compensation and a healthy working environment for our employees with a benefits package that provides the support that you need. We offer premium medical insurance cost through Blue Cross Blue Shield, dental insurance through Bento Dental, offer a flexible Paid Time Off program, and maintain a firm Harassment Policy that includes Diversity, Inclusion, Equity, & Gender Protections. Every employee is also eligible for PFML, 401k, and stock options. A full listing of our benefits may be provided after an offer has been issued.
We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity & inclusion at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.