Production Manager, Assembly

About the role

Form Energy is an American manufacturing and energy technology company revolutionizing energy storage with cost‑effective, multi‑day technology designed to keep the electric grid secure and reliable, even during extended periods of stress. The company has been recognized by TIME as a “Best Invention,” MIT Technology Review as a “Top Climate Tech Company To Watch,” and Fast Company as “One of the Next Big Things In Tech.” Form Energy has signed contracts with leading U.S. utilities and is producing iron‑air batteries at its first high‑volume manufacturing facility in Weirton, WV (Form Factory 1), a 550,000‑square‑foot hub for battery production that offers an easy commute from Pittsburgh, PA. Relocation assistance is available.

Responsibilities

• Own safety, quality, delivery, and cost performance for the cell, module, and pack production lines across all shifts of a 24/7 operation
• Build a culture that prioritizes safety and product quality while consistently meeting production targets
• Lead, develop, and mentor a team of associate managers, shift supervisors, and production associates, fostering a collaborative, high‑performing, continuously learning environment focused on operational excellence
• Work cross‑functionally to drive throughput improvement across assembly operations, managing WIP and flow between lines
• Ensure standardized work, error‑proofing (poka‑yoke), and quality gates are executed consistently across shifts and areas
• Partner with supply chain and materials teams to ensure line‑side material availability
• Own tier meeting execution, stand‑ups, visual management, and structured escalation

Requirements

• 5+ years of experience managing teams of people in a manufacturing setting
• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Engineering, or a Technical discipline
• Experience with lean manufacturing and structured problem solving
• Ability to work with and develop production performance metrics/KPIs
• Able to work well under pressure while managing competing demands and tight deadlines

Skills

• Strong communication and organizational skills

Benefits

• Competitive salaries and stock options
• Holistic benefits package
• 100% of medical, dental, and vision premiums covered for full‑time employees (80% for dependents) – effective day one
• At least 12 weeks of paid leave for new parents (up to 20 weeks for birthing parents)
• Generous vacation policies
• Relocation assistance available