Production Manager

Lion Energy; Utah; Sur place; USD 120 000 - 180 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

Lion Energy is seeking a hands-on Production Manager to lead the development and operation of a new U.S.-based battery manufacturing line in American Fork, UT.

You will partner with engineering to set up and optimize the line, own daily performance, and scale production while hiring and developing the team.

This role requires deep knowledge of manufacturing systems, quality control, safety, and continuous improvement, with a focus on uptime and efficiency.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of manufacturing experience with increasing responsibility.
• Proven leadership of production teams in technical settings.
• Strong knowledge of production systems, quality control, and process optimization.
• Hands-on troubleshooting of equipment and processes.
• Experience implementing SOPs and KPIs.

Responsabilités

• Own daily production performance and uptime.
• Establish and track metrics (OEE, throughput, scrap, downtime).
• Lead Lean initiatives and process improvements.
• Develop SOPs and standard work.
• Ensure safety, quality, and regulatory compliance.
• Oversee maintenance and equipment upgrades.

Connaissances

Manufacturing leadership

Lean manufacturing

Six Sigma

Process optimization

Quality control

Equipment troubleshooting

Team leadership

Description du poste

Job Description

Production Manager — Battery Manufacturing (American Fork, UT)

About the Role

We are launching a new U.S.-based battery manufacturing line and are seeking a hands‑on, technically strong Production Manager to lead its development and operation.

This role is responsible for partnering with engineering to set up and optimize the production line, then taking full ownership once the line transitions to operations—scaling output, hiring and developing the team, and running day‑to‑day production. You will be responsible for establishing processes, implementing industry best practices, and ensuring high levels of quality, safety, and efficiency.

You will play a critical role in shaping our manufacturing capability from the ground up.

Key Responsibilities

Production Leadership & Execution

• Own daily production performance, including output, yield, quality, and uptime
• Establish and track key production metrics (OEE, throughput, scrap, downtime)
• Drive execution against production schedules and delivery commitments

Process Development & Continuous Improvement

• Develop and implement standardized work instructions and SOPs
• Introduce and drive lean manufacturing principles and continuous improvement initiatives
• Lead root cause analysis and corrective actions for production issues
• Identify and implement process improvements to increase efficiency and reduce waste

Quality & Compliance

• Establish and maintain robust quality control processes for battery assembly
• Ensure all products meet internal and regulatory requirements
• Maintain production documentation, traceability, and reporting systems

Equipment & Manufacturing Systems

• Oversee operation, troubleshooting, and maintenance of production equipment
• Implement preventative maintenance programs to minimize downtime
• Support equipment upgrades, line optimization, and scaling efforts

Team Leadership

• Build, train, and lead a high‑performing production team
• Establish a culture of accountability, safety, and continuous improvement
• Manage staffing, scheduling, and performance expectations

Safety & Regulatory Compliance

• Enforce safety protocols related to battery manufacturing, including chemical and electrical hazards
• Ensure compliance with OSHA and internal safety standards
• Maintain a clean, organized, and audit‑ready production environment

Qualifications

Required

• 7+ years of manufacturing experience, with increasing responsibility
• Proven experience leading production teams in a technical manufacturing environment
• Strong understanding of production systems, quality control, and process optimization
• Hands‑on experience troubleshooting equipment and production issues
• Experience implementing structured manufacturing processes (SOPs, KPIs, etc.)

Preferred

• Experience in battery manufacturing, electronics, or energy storage systems
• Experience launching or scaling a new production line
• Familiarity with Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, or similar methodologies
• Experience with traceability systems and regulated production environments