Manufacturing Director

2 weeks ago


San Leandro, California, United States Inlyte Energy Full time
About Us

Inlyte Energy is a pioneering company that is transforming the electrical grid by developing a low-cost, reliable, and clean energy storage solution. Our team is driven by a deep-seated hope based on human potential and is committed to creating an inclusive community.

Job Summary

We are seeking a hands-on manufacturing leader to lead the charge in the buildout of our first large-scale factory. This is an opportunity to scale a technology backed by 40+ years of research to shape the electrical grid of tomorrow.

Key Responsibilities
  • Help make process decisions for the first factory, balancing implementation risk, cost, and other factors.
  • Develop sourcing capability, connecting with vendors and negotiating pricing and supply agreements.
  • Lead the selection of the first factory site, considering multiple sites in the United States.
  • Develop equipment commissioning and line bring-up plans, working with the existing manufacturing engineering team.
  • Develop a factory ramp plan, presenting a credible plan to investors and debt providers.
Requirements
  • Large scale battery manufacturing experience.
  • Hands-on experience with sourcing, manufacturing engineering, and plant bring-up.
  • Proven track record of hiring and building effective teams.
  • Deep understanding and applied experience of Lean Manufacturing, flow management, and Six Sigma.
  • Financial and strategic acumen, with experience managing P&L responsibility, capex planning, and ROI.
  • Effective communication and leadership skills.
  • Ability to travel to our UK site and future factory sites.
  • Entrepreneurial mindset and ability to thrive in a dynamic start-up environment.
Preferred Requirements
  • Experience in multiple manufacturing processes and technologies, particularly ceramic pressing and firing, automated battery cell and module assembly, and large-scale automation.
  • Experience working with both ceramic and battery supply chain providers.
  • Experience implementing MRP/MES and PLM.
  • Experience with manufacturing site selection.
What We Offer
  • Generous incentive stock plan.
  • Excellent medical, vision, and dental insurance and short-term disability.
  • Sick time off.
  • Unlimited PTO.
  • Compensation range: $201K-278K depending on qualifications and experience.

We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive community. We encourage you to apply even if you do not meet all of the qualifications.



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