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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Battery Production & Test Supervisor - **Company:** AST SpaceMobile - **Location:** United States - **Experience:** Expert - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Spreadsheets, Productivity Software, Service Stack - **Published:** September 4, 2026 - **Apply:** https://startup.jobs/battery-production-test-supervisor-ast-spacemobile-8287705 ## About the Role 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. ## 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 ## Related Videos - [Launching a marketplace on-time: A lesson in taking shortcuts using spreadsheets!](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/477-launching-a-marketplace-on-time-a-lesson-in-taking-shortcuts-using-spreadsheets) - [Introducing a Digital Service Catalog for speed and scale](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/763-introducing-a-digital-service-catalog-for-speed-and-scale) - [Coffee with Developers - Adam Wiggins](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/919-coffee-with-developers-adam-wiggins) - [Remote Driving on Plant Grounds with State-of-the-Art Cloud Technologies](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/251-remote-driving-on-plant-grounds-with-state-of-the-art-cloud-technologies) - [From Global Capability Centers to AI-Powered Command Centers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/100096-from-global-capability-centers-to-ai-powered-command-centers) - [More efficient software for more efficient microchips](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1164-more-efficient-software-for-more-efficient-microchips) ## Related Articles - [How We Built a Worry-Free System That Runs for 10+ Years – And What We’d Do Again](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/751-how-we-built-a-worry-free-system-that-runs-for-10-years-and-what-we-d-do-again) - [A Guide to Green Tech and Green IT Careers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/374-a-guide-to-green-tech-and-green-it-careers) - [Now is the time for industrialized software development](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/601-now-is-the-time-for-industrialized-software-development) - [From developer to manager – what does it take to become an engineering manager?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/42-from-developer-to-manager-what-does-it-take-to-become-an-engineering-manager) - [The 8 Best Code Testing Tools](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/402-the-8-best-code-testing-tools) - [6 Emerging Technologies We’ll Learn About in 2025](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/381-6-emerging-technologies-we-ll-learn-about-in-2025)