Battery Plant Manager Kensington, PA

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Build Battery Solutions

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Build Battery Solutions is a turnkey battery provider focused on the design, development and manufacturing of durable, high-quality battery packs for motive and stationary energy storage applications. We also offer custom and off-the-shelf battery management systems (BMS) and we design and build battery process lines. We are committed to strengthening the US battery value chain by providing reliable, cost-effective, domestic technology solutions and exceptional customer service.

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Build Manufacturing, a family of industrial businesses combining cutting-edge enabling technologies, operational superiority, and strategic M&A to build America’s next-generation industrial company.

Do you bring a track record of hands-on leadership and operational excellence? Do you have experience as a Battery Pack Plant Manager building and leading a high-production facility from the ground up? In this role, you’ll be instrumental in standing up an innovative manufacturing operation—establishing critical supply chain partnerships, designing the production organization, and hiring and developing a high-performing team. Once operational, you’ll take charge of day-to-day activities across a fast-paced, high-output environment.

You’ll also develop and drive operational strategies to support rapid volume growth and drive continuous improvement across the plant. Success in this role demands a hands-on leadership approach, a deep understanding of embedded partner manufacturing, and fluency in Lean manufacturing tools and methodologies.

This is a unique opportunity for a highly impactful role where you can take initiative and solve complex problems in a high growth, collaborative atmosphere. Our Plant Manager will work closely with supply chain, engineering, quality, and Lean teams.

• Strategic Leadership: Develop and implement a comprehensive plan to establish and scale a battery pack manufacturing facility, aligning with corporate objectives and industry standard processes.
• Facility & Equipment Setup: Oversee facility buildout, procurement of manufacturing equipment, and implementation of production lines.
• Process Development: Design and implement advanced manufacturing processes, automation strategies, and quality control systems to ensure high-yield, cost-efficient production.
• Operational Excellence: Drive lean manufacturing principles, continuous improvement, and Six Sigma methodologies to optimize production efficiency and reduce waste.
• Team Building & Leadership: Recruit, hire, and develop a high-performing manufacturing team, including production, quality, supply chain, and engineering personnel.
• Supply Chain & Procurement: Collaborate with the Supply Chain team to establish a robust supply chain for key battery components, materials, and equipment, working closely with suppliers to ensure cost efficiency and reliability.
• Regulatory Compliance: Ensure all manufacturing processes align with industry standards, safety regulations, and environmental policies.
• Financial & Budget Management: Develop and manage operational budgets, capital expenditures, and cost control measures to achieve financial targets.
• Cross-Functional Collaboration: Work closely with R&D, product development, and commercial teams to align manufacturing capabilities with market demands and product innovations.
• Technology & Innovation: Stay at the forefront of emerging battery technologies and manufacturing advancements, positioning the organization as an industry leader.

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Engineering, Manufacturing, Operations Management, or a related field.
• 10+ years of experience in high-volume manufacturing, with a strong preference for aerospace & defense, automotive, battery pack production, or advanced electronics.
• Minimum of 5 years’ experience in a leadership role within an advanced manufacturing environment.
• Experience with facility startup, new product introduction, and production scale-up.
• Deep understanding of lithium-ion battery manufacturing, pack assembly, and energy storage systems.
• Expertise…