Production Manager
Motiv Power Systems
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Through a radically different approach to building electric trucks that combines our own patented IP with strategic partnerships, we have developed a line of all-electric medium-duty truck and bus chassis, the Motiv EPIC platform, which are used in a range of truck and bus applications. Our next-generation power management electronics and software make it easy to integrate new technology components into new vehicles and applications.
The ideal candidate will want to be a member of the 2+ ton commercial truck EV Industry leader, with millions of current customer driven miles and tens of millions of pounds delivered in the US and Canada while reducing millions of CO2 pounds of emissions. You will be joining us at a critical inflection point in our growth, when, in addition to launching our sixth generation technology, we are significantly expanding our products, capacity and market volume.
Motiv’s core values are deep passion, curiosity, collaboration, customer focus and “owning it.” If those are values you share, we would love to talk with you about joining our team and taking your career to the next level in one of the hottest technology sectors. To succeed in this job, you must be able to perform the duties listed below – and others as required.
Job Summary:
Motiv is looking for a Production Manager who will build and manage a team of manufacturing technicians to work out of our Hayward facility in California to manufacture our Motiv power electronics components. As the leader of the Manufacturing team, you will oversee the daily workflow of the plant, ensure safety compliance throughout the facility, and implement processes that maintain efficiency and productivity while staying within the budget and meeting production schedule deadlines. Motiv’s products make it easy to integrate new technology components into heavy electric-drive vehicles and collect the data needed for efficient management of electric fleets.
Supervisory Responsibilities:
- Yes
Duties/Responsibilities:
- Plan/organize schedules and resources to meet production deadlines and minimize downtime
- Establish workflow processes that enhance efficiency without compromising product safety or quality
- Monitor production and work with Engineering and other managers to resolve issues
- Manage engineering changes and ensure flawless launches of product upgrades and new product introductions
- Through continuous improvement, reduce costs and improve efficiency
- Approve maintenance work, purchasing of equipment etc.
- Supervise and evaluate performance of production personnel. Provide motivation and support
- Ensure all employees follow industry standard health and safety guidelines
- Resolve unforeseen problems with manufacturing, quality and engineering/development
- Ability to deal effectively with pressure, multiple tasks, deadlines and rapidly changing priorities
Required Skills/Abilities:
- Deep knowledge of electronics production management
- Understanding of quality standards and health & safety regulations
- Knowledge of performance evaluation and budgeting concepts
- Experience in reporting on key production metrics
- Experience with lean manufacturing and 5S
- Proficient in MS Office and ERP software
- Outstanding communication ability
- Excellent organizational and leaderships skills
- Attention to detail
- Strong decision-making skills and a results-driven approach
Education and Experience:
- Bachelor’s Degree in engineering or relevant field; Master Degree desirable.
- Minimum 5+ years of professional experience in production leadership role
Physical Requirements:
- Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer
- Must be able to lift up to 15 pounds at times
Salary Range:
- $140,000.00 - $160,000.00 (Salary ranges are determined by role, level, and location. Individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education and training.)
This is a regular full-time position based in Hayward CA.
Candidates only please; no recruiters.
Benefits & Perks
- Competitive and comprehensive benefits package including Medical (including 24/7 online access to a physician), Dental, Vision, HSA, Health & Dependent Care FSA, 401(k) with company match, company paid Basic Life and AD&D, employee paid Voluntary Life and AD&D.
- Generous PTO policy, 11 Paid Company Holidays
- EAP (Employee Assistance Program) and Education Reimbursement
- Fresh daily snacks and a healthy Work/Life Balance
- Access to Perks at Work - Discounted learning, tickets, electronics, travel, health, restaurants & retail.
- Free Online Training & Development
- Bicycle friendly, with bike storage available to all Foster City employees with a 5 minute walk to the scenic Bay Front.
- Regular Happy Hours, Company Cultural Events, and more!
About Motiv
Motiv Power Systems is the medium-duty commercial electric vehicle (EV) leader that frees fleets from fossil fuels. Founded in 2009, the Bay Area-based, commercial EV company draws on 14 years of experience to create accessible, cost-effective, and innovative EV technology for organizations that are the backbone of the economy.
Motiv has more than 150 all-electric trucks and buses on the road with businesses of all sizes, across a broad spectrum of industries, including linen, parcel, food, hospitality, airports, higher education, pupil transportation, and more. Motiv vehicles operate at over 98 percent uptime, and have logged more than two million miles, while also offering fleets up to 85 percent operation and maintenance cost savings. Motiv’s proven EV technology provides operators with a healthier, smoother, and more profitable driving experience.
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