EV Battery Remanufacturing Production Manager

Autocraft; Arnhem; Hybrid; EUR 70,000 - 105,000; Full time

Job summary

Autocraft Solutions Group in Arnhem, Netherlands, is seeking a Production Manager to lead daily production operations for EV battery remanufacturing. You will support the Site Manager, optimize processes and develop a high‑performing team in a safety‑driven environment.

The role requires a engineering degree, experience in production leadership, high‑voltage expertise, and strong people management and communication skills. A full driving license and English proficiency are essential.

Qualifications

• A Bachelor's degree in Engineering (preferably Electrical Engineering or a related high‑voltage discipline).
• Previous experience in a production management or manufacturing leadership role.
• Experience with high‑voltage electrical systems.
• Experience with EV batteries or battery technology is highly desirable.
• Strong people management and coaching skills.
• Experience planning and coordinating production activities.
• Good knowledge of Health & Safety, Quality and Environmental standards.
• Auditing experience or qualification is an advantage.
• Experience writing procedures, work instructions or training documentation is beneficial.
• Strong IT skills with Microsoft Office and Windows applications.
• A full, clean driving licence.
• Excellent communication skills in English.

Responsibilities

• Supporting the Site Manager with daily management of production operations.
• Developing and managing weekly production plans.
• Leading, coaching and motivating the production team.
• Ensuring production targets are achieved safely, efficiently and on time.
• Diagnosing battery faults and providing technical guidance during the remanufacturing process.
• Testing and evaluating complex or special‑case EV batteries.
• Managing stock levels of batteries and production components.
• Monitoring and reporting production performance and shift issues.
• Preparing technical reports and documenting battery test results.
• Responding to technical enquiries from internal and external stakeholders.
• Supporting the development of EV battery remanufacturing processes.
• Writing work instructions, process documentation and training materials.
• Supporting new product introductions and EV development projects.
• Ensuring employees receive appropriate training and ongoing development.
• Supporting recruitment, onboarding, performance management and employee engagement activities.
• Monitoring attendance, working hours and absence records in collaboration with the UK HR team.
• Ensuring compliance with Dutch employment legislation and company policies.
• Maintaining and improving the Integrated Management System (IMS).
• Supporting internal Safety, Quality and Environmental audits.
• Building strong relationships with customers, suppliers and colleagues across the Autocraft Group.
• Driving continuous improvement throughout the production operation.

Skills

Leadership

People management

Coaching

Production planning

Communication

High-voltage knowledge

IT skills

English proficiency

Electrical systems

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering

Tools

MS Office Suite

Job description

Autocraft Solutions Group in Arnhem, Netherlands, is seeking a Production Manager to lead daily production operations for EV battery remanufacturing. You will support the Site Manager, optimize processes and develop a high‑performing team in a safety‑driven environment.

The role requires a engineering degree, experience in production leadership, high‑voltage expertise, and strong people management and communication skills. A full driving license and English proficiency are essential.