Battery Production & Test Supervisor

AST SpaceMobile
United States
2 days ago
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Role details

Contract type
Permanent contract
Employment type
Full-time (> 32 hours)
Experience level
Expert
Experience required
5 years minimum
Working hours
Regular working hours
Job source

Tech stack

Spreadsheets Productivity Software Service Stack

Job description

  • Supervise battery production and testing activities, ensuring compliance with established work instructions, engineering requirements, and quality standards
  • Oversee cell receiving, inspection, processing, cycling, grading, and matching prior to pack assembly
  • Manage mechanical and electrical assembly operations, including cell integration, electrical connections, and final pack build
  • Supervise battery testing processes, including cell-level and pack-level electrical and functional testing
  • Ensure accurate execution of test procedures, proper data collection, and traceability of test results
  • Partner with engineering and quality teams to troubleshoot issues and resolve production or test failures
  • Oversee critical manufacturing processes such as welding, marking, adhesive application, and controlled curing processes
  • Coordinate personnel across assigned shifts to meet production schedules, cost targets, and quality objectives
  • Maintain 6S standards, housekeeping, and operational effectiveness within assigned production and test areas
  • Support employee onboarding, training, process audits, and skills development to meet departmental and regulatory requirements
  • Motivate, coach, and engage team members to drive performance, accountability, and collaboration
  • Support achievement of operational metrics related to safety, quality, delivery, and productivity

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in engineering, manufacturing, or a related technical discipline, or equivalent practical experience, A minimum of 5 years of experience supervising production, manufacturing, or test operations in a technical environment, * Experience supporting battery, electronics, or precision assembly manufacturing

  • Familiarity with battery testing, cycling, electrical validation, and data review
  • Exposure to Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, or other continuous improvement methodologies
  • Background in regulated or high-reliability manufacturing environments

Soft Skills

  • Strong interpersonal and leadership skills with the ability to motivate and develop teams
  • Proven ability to collaborate effectively within cross-functional teams
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills
  • Strong problem-solving and decision-making capabilities
  • Meticulous attention to detail to ensure accuracy, compliance, and consistency
  • Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced operational environment

Technology Stack

  • Manufacturing Execution Systems (MES) or production tracking tools
  • Electrical test equipment and data acquisition systems
  • Standard productivity tools (e.g., spreadsheets, documentation, reporting software)
  • Quality and process documentation systems

Physical Requirements

  • Ability to work in a manufacturing and test environment with prolonged standing, walking, and occasional lifting
  • Ability to work around production machinery and electrical test equipment
  • Ability to use a computer and related equipment for extended periods

This job description may not be inclusive to the duties and responsibilities listed. Additional tasks may be assigned to the employee from time to time or the scope of the job may change as needed by business demands.

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