AESC is looking to add a Manufacturing Supervisor to our team in Florence, South Carolina 

• Full-Time
• On-site – Florence, SC

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. 

About the Role

The Manufacturing/Production Supervisor plans, directs, coordinates, and controls manufacturing activities in assigned work area to achieve established goals. Install, commission, and qualify new equipment and fixtures for production implementation. Supervises assigned team members to maintain production schedules with quality product and on time delivery while maintaining a safe working environment. Responsibilities include direction and training of employees, monitoring inventory levels and enforcement of health, safety, and environmental policies.

Career Growth Opportunities

You will have the opportunity to embark on a dynamic career path with abundant growth possibilities. We are committed to fostering the professional development of our employees, and your journey with us will be marked by ongoing learning and advancement. Our organization believes in recognizing and nurturing talent from within, providing a clear trajectory for career growth. As you demonstrate your skills and contribute to our collective success, doors will open for expanded responsibilities, leadership roles, and the chance to work on increasingly complex and impactful projects. We encourage a culture of continuous learning, offering various training programs, mentorship opportunities, and access to resources that empower you to chart your course within the company. Your success is our success, and we are dedicated to supporting your career aspirations every step of the way.

What You Will Do 

Production Management:

• Plans and executes daily production activities to meet schedule requirements.
• Manages production scheduling to minimize delays, material shortages, or equipment issues.
• Proactively identifies and resolves production problems and delays through troubleshooting.
• Controls labor and material usage to meet or improve standard costs.
• Temporarily reallocates personnel to meet production demands.
• Ensures achievement of Safety, Quality, Cost, and Time (SQCT) KPIs.
• Collaborates across shifts to standardize manufacturing operations and communicates with maintenance/engineering to resolve equipment or material issues.
• Generates weekly KPI reports and prepares One Point Lessons (OPL) and Standard Operating Sheets (SOS) to support Envision AESC Production Way (EAPW).
• Completes administrative tasks and paperwork, investigates material variances, and prepares necessary reports.
• Communicates delay reports and addresses quality concerns with feedback to relevant teams.
• Supports continuous improvement efforts and applies tools to improve efficiency in assigned areas.
  

People Management:

• Supervises production technicians, managing time, attendance, overtime, skill evaluations, and training plans.
• Coaches, counsels, and disciplines employees as needed, while maintaining records for performance, attendance, safety, and training.
• Ensures compliance with AESC policies and procedures and ensures safe plant operations.
• Demonstrates strong communication, documentation, and multitasking skills, with flexibility for shift changes.

Training:

• Develops and updates standard operating sheets and collaborates with trainers to ensure the team meets training expectations.
• Maintains a detailed training log with coverage redundancy and ensures team members receive proper technical and powered equipment training.
• Provides training for IATF 16949, ISO9001 (quality), and ISO14001 (environmental) standards.
• Coaches team members for leadership and supervisory development, while maintaining all relevant training documentation.
• Safety:
• Ensures technicians operate safely, adhering to guidelines and proactively identifying safety concerns.
• Facilitates post-incident countermeasures to improve safety performance.
• Administers and enforces health, environmental, and safety programs and practices, ensuring compliance in the workplace.

What We Offer 

Welcome to our state-of-the-art Gigafactory, where you'll have the opportunity to tackle the world's most fascinating challenges alongside exceptionally talented individuals who are driven to make a difference. At AESC, we offer a comprehensive compensation package, including a competitive salary and a rewarding AESC bonus program. In addition, we provide a range of valuable benefits, such as 401K, and health insurance. We strive to ensure that our employees are well taken care of, enabling them to focus on their work and contribute to our collective mission of changing the world.

• An inclusive and diverse work environment that fosters and encourages professional and personal development.
• Highly automated, clean, safe, and temperature-controlled production environment
• Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance
• HSA and Flexible Spending Accounts
• 401K with company match 
• Life Insurance (Company paid and additional voluntary life available)
• Paid Vacation and 14 Paid Holidays
• Short term and long-term disability coverage (Company Paid)
• Tuition reimbursement

Application Process 

Even if you don't meet every requirement listed, if you believe this role suits you well, we encourage you to apply. Your application gives us the opportunity to learn more about you and explore potential fits within our team.

Following the submission of your application, we are committed to providing timely responses to all applicants, though response times may vary depending on the volume of submissions. If you do not receive an immediate response, please rest assured that this in no way reflects on the quality of your candidacy. Your application will be retained in our files, and we may reach out to you for future roles that align with your skills and interests. As our organization experiences rapid growth, we appreciate your patience in this process. We are actively working each day to enhance our application procedures to ensure a smoother and more efficient experience for all applicants. Thank you for your understanding and enthusiasm for joining our dynamic team.

Equal Employment Opportunity 

At AESC, we are committed to providing Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) to all individuals. We participate in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S Join us in our passion to design, manufacture, and sell high-performance products, contributing to a sustainable and zero-carbon emission future. 

Physical Requirements

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable otherwise qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential job functions.

• Ability to sit for extended periods of time.
• Ability to read, write, speak, hear; stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach and lift with hands and arms frequently throughout the day. 
• Required to occasionally lift, push, pull and/or move up to 10 pounds and occasionally required to lift, push, pull and/or move up to 35 pounds.

Travel

Domestic and international travel required

International travel will be required with intervals of 2-4 weeks.

Work Environment

The work environment is primarily an automated manufacturing plant with a concrete floor and is characterized by some temperature extremes, moderate noise, and forklift traffic. The individual must be able to perform all essential functions as appropriate on the plant floor, in meetings, and with employees, management, customers and suppliers.

Candidate must perform the essential duties and responsibilities with or without reasonable accommodation efficiently and accurately, and without causing significant safety threat to self or others. The statements made herein are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees assigned to this job classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive and inclusive list of all responsibilities, duties, and/or skills required of personnel so classified.

Hiring is contingent upon successful completion of drug screen and background check. AESC US LLC is a drug-free workplace. 

What You Need

• 5+ years in a work leader role coordinating the work of other employees and contractors. This includes training new employees, assigning work, and checking the timeliness and quality of work. May have provided input into performance reviews. Most time in work leader role would have been spent performing work similar to that performed by the people whose activities the position coordinates. 
• Strong preference for a background in supporting highly technical, automotive-related manufacturing environments.
• Prefer 2-5 years of experience in a leadership role, coordinating the work of employees and contractors, including training new employees, assigning tasks, and monitoring the quality and timeliness of work.
• May have provided input for performance reviews and should have spent significant time performing tasks similar to those of the team being coordinated.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office tools, other PC applications, and mainframe systems is essential for producing non-standard, creative products.
• Experience with MES (Manufacturing Execution Systems), WMS (Warehouse Management Systems), and Quality systems, including interface, data entry, and reporting functions, is also required.
• Preferred candidate should possess the experience and knowledge necessary to support continuous improvement activities within a production department, driving toward a highly effective and efficient production team.
• Must be organized, give clear direction, and be able to coach and counsel employees as needed.

What is “Nice to Have”?

• A minimum of 1-2 years of post-high school education is preferred.
• High-volume manufacturing experience is a plus.
• Automotive manufacturing experience is a plus.
• Lithium-ion battery manufacturing experience is a plus.
• Clean/dry room experience is a plus.
• Prior Mixing experience and/or film web handling experience preferred.  
• Battery cell production experience is highly preferred 
• Optical detection system understanding
• Proficiency in additional languages beyond English is advantageous, as it aligns with our global operations and enhances communication with diverse stakeholders.
• Experience or familiarity with the dynamics of start-up environments, showcasing an ability to thrive in agile and fast-paced settings.