Senior Manager Plant Operations

4 weeks ago

Florence, South Carolina, United States AESC US Full time

AESC is an exciting, global organization committed to solving the challenges of a sustainable future and becoming the leading supplier of full-value-chain battery solutions. Our lithium-ion batteries can be found in more than nine hundred and fifty thousand electric vehicles worldwide and have a stellar safety record of zero-critical issues. We will continue to build upon our successes and expand into new markets and industries, producing innovative and competitive products and technologies that advance the goal of a zero-carbon emission future. AESC is headquartered in Japan and has battery manufacturing locations in Japan, the United Kingdom, and the U.S.

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

Expectations: We are currently seeking a Senior Manager of Plant Operations to lead one of the largest global production volume expansion programs in the industry, demanding exceptional talent. Our product portfolio is expanding with innovative production lines and challenging production volume requirements. The manufacturing environment is fast-paced and highly dynamic, offering an exciting opportunity to drive energy sustainability. The ideal candidate will be passionate about advancing energy sustainability, thrive on solving complex challenges, prioritize team success, and maintain an unwavering positive attitude towards sustained hard work.

Job Responsibilities:

  • Lead the successful execution of large-scale manufacturing and program expansion projects.
  • Develop and manage a cross-functional team to execute project scopes, including manufacturing processes and operational improvements.
  • Full facility responsibility for development and leadership of manufacturing, maintenance, and engineering teams.
  • Ensure on-time, or ahead-of-time delivery of projects, while addressing roadblocks and prioritizing execution.
  • Foster a culture of safety, quality, and continuous improvement within the manufacturing teams and across the organization.
  • Coach and mentor team members on program management excellence and manufacturing best practices.
  • Utilize efficient and clear communication methods to address project challenges and communicate successes.
  • Maintain a can-do attitude to engage and align all stakeholders with the project's goals.
  • Deliver high-quality products and services to meet the needs of customers and end-users, proactively resolving concerns as they arise.
  • Encourage innovation within the manufacturing teams to drive the organization's success in sustainable energy solutions.
  • Provide strategic input to shape the manufacturing organization's future growth and success.
  • Reports to site General Manager.

Minimum Qualifications:

  • Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Manufacturing, or related fields.
  • 10+ years of experience in manufacturing leadership, particularly in high-volume production environments.
  • 2+ years in battery production
  • Proven ability to effectively/efficiently manage large scale diverse team
  • Proven experience managing programs or projects with budgets exceeding $100 million.
  • Exceptional written and verbal communication and presentation skills.
  • Advanced knowledge and demonstrated success in manufacturing processes, program management, and quality control
  • Ability to train and mentor colleagues in program management and manufacturing best practices.
  • Willingness to be hands-on as needed to achieve objectives and lead teams through complex manufacturing projects.
  • Proficiency in working within a high-performance, cross-functional organization with tight timelines and ambitious goals.
  • Openness to exploring new ideas and a continuous learning mindset.
  • Flexibility to work extended hours as required in a demanding manufacturing and program management environment.
  • Preferred Greenfield experience.

Physical Requirements

The physical requirements described below are representative of those an employee must normally meet to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable otherwise qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential job functions.

  • Ability to remain in stationary position 75% of the time.
  • Ability to occasionally move about inside the office to access file cabinets, office machinery, etc.
  • Ability to constantly operate a computer and other office productivity machinery, such as a calculator, copy machine, and computer printer.
  • Ability to lift, push and/or pull up to 25 pounds.
  • Ability to bend, lift and/ or twist.

Equal Opportunity Employer

All of us at 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.

We participate in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S.

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