Sr. Manager, Process Engineering

About AESC US LLC  

AESC is an exciting, newly created global organization committed to solving the challenges of a sustainable future and becoming the leading supplier of full-value-chain battery solutions. Our lithium-ion batteries can be found in nearly one million electric vehicles worldwide and have a stellar safety record of zero-critical issues. AESC US is leading the way in battery technology. We design and manufacture EV battery technology for various electric vehicles and equipment. We are working hard towards unlocking the full potential of sustainable energy and climate change mitigation. We will continue to build upon our successes and expand into new markets and industries, producing innovative and competitive products and technologies that advance the goal of a zero-carbon emission future. AESC is headquartered in Japan and has battery manufacturing locations in Japan, UK, China, and the U.S. 

AESC Mission 

Our mission is to solve the challenges for a sustainable future. Together, we can make a meaningful impact.  

 

We are currently seeking candidates to fill a Senior Process Engineering Manager to support our Smyrna, TN facility.

 

Visa sponsorship for this position is not available at this time.

Job Summary

Acts as a work and thought leader, provides leadership to the Process Engineering team. Contribute to multiple cross functional teams providing valuable insight and leadership throughout the plant. Key contributor to building brand value and achieving enduring profitable growth. Responsible for leading activities of the Process Engineering department, including new model and minor model program management, daily production engineering support for plant operations, efficiency improvement, scrap reduction, and equipment acquisition. Foster continuous improvement to develop, align, and exceed key performance indicators.    

 

Job Functions

The following job function statements describe the general nature and level of work being performed.  They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of this position

 

• Manages major and minor model manufacturing plan development and execution, including trials and launch of new equipment and tooling; confirms new and minor model program requirements; ensures requirements for quality, delivery, cost, and safety are met; addresses production to ensure countermeasures are made in a timely manner; ensures program targets are met at each trial or development stage.
• Manages and leads the development of budgets for new model programs and ensures adherence to the approved budgets once programs are contracted.
• Responsible for development and achievement of plant goals and objectives as they pertain to quality, cost, delivery, and safety.
• Maintains a positive employee relations environment.
• Establishes and monitors quality performance to cost budgets, including scrap, labor, and expense within Engineering team. Implements proper measures to continually reduce costs. 
• Ensures continuous cooperation with operations departments regarding investigations and resolutions of chronic or severe in-plant quality problems.
• Leads a group of engineering managers responsible Process Engineering teams. 
• Establishes and monitors quality performance within the department. Uses good problem-solving techniques to identify root cause. Implements actions to eliminate further occurrences. 
• Administers shop floor management systems to ensure compliance and increase customer satisfaction. 
• Monitors safety performance daily and facilitates implementation of action to improve safety performance. Proactive in identifying and addressing safety concerns before an accident occurs.
• Identifies potential improvements and implements new department processes, systems, and tracking processes to achieve departmental KPIs.
• Coordinates with Envision AESC engineering and design groups to implement changes in battery or parts design; develops processes and plans to improve efficiency.
• Supports manufacturing as required to meet aforementioned goals with continuous process improvements; provides direction to manufacturing regarding manpower utilization and efficiency, and ergonomics. Provides direction and responsibilities for employees centered on training, objectives, development of standards within the job function, and New Model plant preparation.
• Oversee the greenfield project for plant setup, equipment installation, trials, and launch of production.

Management Responsibilities 

Has engineering and other professional subordinates including contractors. Supervises and provides leadership, coaching, guid