Hiring: Production Manager, Final Assembly Company: Form Energy Location: Weirton, WV Job Posted Time: 2026-09-03 14:22:52 Employment Type: Full-time Target Skills & Keywords : Assembly, Lean Manufacturing About the job Experience: •5+ years of experience managing teams of people in a high volume manufacturing setting •10+ years of experience in a high volume manufacturing setting, ideally in complex electromechanical assembly — battery packs, energy storage, automotive/EV, appliances, or power electronics Required Skills: •Own safety, quality, delivery, and cost performance for the cell, module, pack (thermal, tower, and general assembly), and DCDC 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 and organization of associate managers, shift supervisors, and production associates, fostering a collaborative, high-performing, and continuously learning environment focused on operational excellence •Drive line balancing, takt attainment, and throughput improvement across sequential assembly operations, managing WIP and flow between cell, module, pack, and DCDC lines •Ensure standardized work, error-proofing (poka-yoke), and quality gates — in-process checks and end-of-line testing — are executed consistently across shifts and areas •Use structured problem solving to drive root cause resolution of assembly defects, test failures, and rework in partnership with quality and manufacturing engineering •Partner with supply chain and materials teams to ensure line-side material availability, kitting, and inventory accuracy for a high part-count assembly operation •Own tier meeting execution, stand-ups, visual management, and structured escalation — and lead continuous improvement activities grounded in lean manufacturing principles Qualifications: •Bachelor’s degree in Business, Engineering, or Technical discipline •Operational familiarity with electrical safety practices for energized products and power electronics (e.g., DCDC) preferred •Demonstrated experience with lean manufacturing and structured problem solving (8D, A3, DMAIC, or similar) •Demonstrated capacity to work with and develop production performance metrics/KPIs (safety, quality, first-pass yield, throughput, OTD, cost) •Able to work well under pressure while managing competing demands and tight deadlines •Strong communication and organizational skills •This role is based at Form Factory 1 in Weirton, WV—an easy commute from the city of Pittsburgh, PA. This 550,000-square-foot facility is our hub for high-volume battery production and a leader in the new era of American energy manufacturing. •Humanity is a cornerstone of Form Energy’s culture, and we make sure our compensation and benefits reflect that. Form Energy offers competitive salaries, stock options, and a holistic benefits package to ensure all employees have what they need to thrive while working here. Interested candidates, please apply directly through the job posting on company's career page or try via AI auto apply on this platform. Don't miss this opportunity to join a forward-thinking team!