Crew Lead : Fixed 12-Hour Day or Night Shift

Responsibilities

• Lead daily production operations in a lithium-ion battery manufacturing environment
• Monitor automated production equipment and process performance
• Ensure safe operation of manufacturing systems and compliance with safety procedures
• Coordinate and direct production operators during assigned shifts
• Troubleshoot equipment malfunctions, alarms, and process deviations
• Support startup, shutdown, and recovery operations for production lines
• Maintain production efficiency and minimize downtime
• Monitor product quality and ensure compliance with manufacturing specifications
• Conduct shift turnovers and communicate operational updates clearly
• Complete production logs, operational reports, and documentation accurately
• Collaborate with maintenance, engineering, and quality teams to resolve issues
• Train, mentor, and develop operators and new employees
• Ensure compliance with SOPs and environmental regulations
• Maintain inventory and production materials to support uninterrupted operations
• Respond to abnormal operating conditions and initiate corrective actions
• Perform safety inspections and promote a strong safety culture
• Absorb and coordinate plant activities during maintenance outages and equipment repairs
• Maintain housekeeping and organization standards throughout the production area
• Support operational readiness for audits, inspections, and customer requirements
• Ensure production targets, quality goals, and shift KPIs are achieved
• Operate and monitor manufacturing control systems
• Enforce company policies, procedures, and operational standards
• Promote teamwork, accountability, and effective communication across departments

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required
• Vocational certificate or associates degree preferred or equivalent, relevant experience
• Experience: 1 to 3+ years of related work experience
• Experience with automated manufacturing equipment
• Experience mentoring and leading people highly desired
• 1 to 3+ years of previous leadership or Crew Lead (Lead Operator) experience preferred