Senior Manager, Production

Redwood Materials; Nevada (IA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading battery materials company in Nevada, Iowa, is seeking a Senior Manager, Production, to oversee daily operations and lead a team focused on safety and quality. This full-time role requires strong leadership skills and a background in managing manufacturing processes. Ideal candidates will have a Bachelor's degree in engineering and at least 5 years of experience in a related field. Compensation is commensurate with experience.

Qualifications

• 5+ years direct management experience in manufacturing.
• Experience leading multidisciplinary teams in industrial settings.
• Ability to analyze and communicate effectively.
• Experience with Lean methodologies and process improvement.
• Strong verbal, written and listening skills; professional telephone manners.
• Ability to analyze and communicate analyses with all levels of employees, management, suppliers and customers.
• Familiarity with Microsoft Office.
• Able to work in environments with variable noise levels, lighting conditions and temperature.
• Willingness to flex schedule for 24/7/365 plant operations.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily manufacturing operations and drive efficiency.
• Manage team compliance with safety and quality standards.
• Mentor and evaluate supervisors through regular feedback.
• Ensure team compliance to critical safety, environmental, and training programs.
• Drive ongoing improvements to workplace and plant condition for safety and efficiency.
• Maintain 24/7 plant operations readiness and continuity.
• Foster a positive culture and provide regular feedback to motivate staff.
• Mentor and develop supervisors through regular one-on-ones.
• Set goals for Supervisors and Leads; measure performance and accountability.
• Collaborate with HR, Finance, Safety, and other leaders to secure project resources.
• Conduct performance evaluations including promotions and salary adjustments.

Skills

Leadership in manufacturing

Operational efficiency

Process improvement

Team management

Communication skills

Multidisciplinary teamwork

Microsoft Office

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Engineering

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Overview

Senior Manager, Production at Redwood Materials is responsible for managing daily manufacturing operations and maintenance in a specified metallurgical facility. The role oversees the production line, drives operational efficiency, and maintains safety and quality standards throughout the process. The Senior Manager supervises a team that includes Production and Maintenance Supervisors and technicians, providing guidance and leadership at the plant level. The position operates on a shift schedule (A/B or C/D) and serves as the main escalation point within the assigned roster.

About Redwood Materials

Redwood is localizing a global battery supply chain that seamlessly integrates recovery, reuse, and recycling — keeping critical minerals in circulation and driving the energy transition. Founded in 2019, we are delivering low-cost and large-scale energy storage and producing battery materials in the U.S. for the first time, all from batteries we already have.

Responsibilities will include

• Lead a culture of safety and consistently improve the safety of the manufacturing environment over time
• Manage and optimize plant operations to support production requirements, including feedstock and product coordination, equipment health and setpoints, and labor efficiency
• Oversee and improve organizational processes and policies to improve safety, quality, productivity, and employee relations
• Ensure team compliance to critical safety, environmental, and training programs such as 5S, incidents, MOC's, rounds and sampling
• Drive ongoing improvements to the workplace and plant condition to ensure the system is always safe, efficient, clean, and easy to operate
• Drive business and operating continuity over the facility by ensuring crews are set up for success 24/7
• Build an enjoyable company culture which motivates employees to perform at their best through positive encouragement and consistent feedback
• Mentor, evaluate and develop supervisors through regular one-on-ones
• Set clear goals and expectations for Supervisors and Leads. Measure performance, provide feedback, and hold leaders accountable
• Work closely with support staff (HR, Finance, Safety, Ops Integration and other leaders) to secure resources for projects and initiatives
• Conduct performance evaluations for employment decisions including promotions, salary adjustments and termination
• Flex schedule to support 24/7 x 365 plant operations, including responding to emergency issues or critical events outside of normal business hours

Desired Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years direct management experience in a manufacturing environment, with proven experience leading multidisciplinary teams
• Bachelor's Degree in engineering strongly preferred
• Experience leading a team in an industrial setting preferred
• Ability to handle changing priorities and use good judgment in stressful situations
• Experience navigating staffing lifecycle, including interviewing, hiring, performance management, promotions and terminations
• Experience with performance metrics, process improvement, and Lean methodologies
• Strong verbal, written and listening skills and professional telephone manners
• Ability to analyze, create and effectively communicate analyses with all levels of employees, management, suppliers and customers
• Familiarity with Microsoft Office (Windows, Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint)
• Able to work in environments with variable noise levels, lighting conditions and temperature
• A passion for sustainability and making the world a better place

Physical Requirements

• Ability to safely perform job duties in both office and production environments
• Must be able to lift and carry up to 50 lbs. as needed
• Must maintain regular and punctual attendance in alignment with company and regulatory standards
• Must be able to communicate clearly

Working Conditions

• Split work environment between office and the production facility
• Work may involve extended periods of time in the production facility
• Ability to work in challenging conditions including exposure to noise, dust, chemicals, and temperature extremes, while protected by PPE
• May require occasional work weekends or alternate shifts to support production needs

The position is full-time. Compensation will be commensurate with experience.

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