Job Description

Job Summary:

The Production Line Lead is a hands‑on operator lead responsible for supporting and guiding operators on an assigned pack or module production line. This role performs and supports assembly, debugging, and verification of modules and battery pack systems, while providing daily coaching, communication, and feedback. The Production Line Lead plays a key role in problem‑solving, continuous improvement, and new product launches. 

Responsibilities:

• Assemble products to customer requirements and company goals while providing hands‑on guidance, support, and coaching to operators on the assigned pack or module line to ensure safe, accurate, and efficient assembly.
• Perform collection of downtime and production records for Overall Equipment Effectiveness (OEE).
• Assign operators to workstations with rotation during shift, coordinating resources through effective communication and collaboration to support workload balance, cross‑training, and team effectiveness. 
• Lead inventory of manufacturing area.
• Reports production problems to Production Team Leads, supporting issue investigation through basic troubleshooting, and clear communication of facts and recommendations.
• Perform Preventive maintenance activities to support Total Productive Maintenance (TPM).
• Support Maintenance, Repair and Operations (MRO) activities.
• Participate when required in Process Failure Mode and Effects Analysis (PFMEA) and work instruction reviews.
• Monitor progress to keep the build schedule on track, proactively identifying production, quality, or staffing issues early and recommending recovery actions to minimize disruption. 
• Ensure materials are available to meet the production schedule. 
• Identify and support continuous improvement projects, applying basic problem‑solving techniques (such as first‑level root cause analysis) and engaging operators in improvement opportunities related to safety, quality, efficiency, and flow. 
• Adhere to and support compliance to ergonomic guidelines.
• Maintain a safe and clean working environment by modeling safe behaviors, reinforcing ergonomic guidelines, addressing unsafe practices in real time, and promoting a positive safety culture.
• Support weekend and off-shift work as required.
• Adhere to federal and state regulations.
• Adhere to all company policies, processes, and procedures.
• Performs other duties as requested, directed, or assigned. 
• Predictable and reliable attendance.

Position Qualifications:

• A high school diploma or GED is required.
• Three (3) year experience in electrification assembly line, high voltage, electrical component handling, battery manufacturing preferred, or equivalent manufacturing experience.
• Completion of applicable training matrices is preferred; however, a combination of relevant experience, technical competence, and demonstrated leadership capability will be considered for individuals who show readiness.
• Previous line lead, supervisory, or equivalent leadership experience, internal or external, will be considered when evaluating overall qualification and readiness.
• Demonstrated leadership experience and the ability to influence, coach, and support teams.
• Willingness to participate in a leadership development program.
• Working knowledge of quality systems such as ISO 9001or IATF 16949.
• Knowledgeable in Microsoft Word/Excel/Outlook/SharePoint. 
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• PLEX system software knowledge required.
• Able to work in a flexible team environment.

Key Competencies:

• Continual Improvement: Displays a consistent orientation toward producing the highest quality products or services, while keeping a focus on sustainability. Constantly looking for incremental improvements in work processes and results.
• Communications: Exchanges thoughts, feelings, and information effectively.
• Focuses on Quality: Drives work results with a quality focus on actions and results.
• Working Safely: Creates a generative safety culture. Aware of potential risks and threats in the workplace.
• Delivers Results: Achievement-oriented, feeling a sense of urgency to reach goals on time, if not before.
• Teamwork: Works cooperatively with others to accomplish team goals and organizational objectives
• Decision Making & Analysis: Makes sound decisions based upon a mixture of data-driven analysis, expertise, experience and judgment; collects relevant information, seeking input from others, and identifies connections and/or root causes of problems.

Physical Requirements / Working Conditions:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• The noise level in the work environment can be moderately loud
• Prolonged periods of standing.
• May be required to recognize small numbers, letters, symbols, colors on prints, and/or operate field instruments/equipment.
• Must work rotating shift schedule; may need to work overtime.
• Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds at times.
• Able to continuously stand, bend, squat, and reach.
• Able to complete physically demanding work. 
• Excellent depth perception and reaction time.
• Prolonged periods of standing, walking, bending, and stretching.
• Must be able to bend, lift, stretch, stoop, push, pull, stand, and carry as needed to inspect, service, and operate machinery, equipment, and gauges.
• Must be able to maintain attention for long periods of time.
• The ability to respond quickly to sounds.
• The ability to see and respond to dangerous situations.
• Visual acuity to read instructions, operate machines and inspect parts produced.
• Must have good hand/eye coordination.
• The ability to pass a human performance evaluation/ physical assessment.

Why Join Us

American Battery Solutions (ABS) provides comprehensive 100% employer paid benefit plans to employees and their family, competitive salary and retirement program. ABS employs a diverse and inclusive workforce.

Benefits Overview

• Paid time off includes 4 weeks, 15 holidays, and parental leave.
• 100% company-paid medical, dental, vision, short-term disability, long-term disability, and life insurance.
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA) and Health Savings Account (HSA) offerings.
• Company provided 401K savings plan with immediately vested matching contributions to help you save for retirement.
• Voluntary benefits offerings.
• Tuition assistance.
• Employee Referral Program.
• Employee development and career growth opportunities.

About Us

American Battery Solutions Inc. (“ABS”) is a manufacturer of advanced batteries for commercial, fleet, and industrial on- and off-road vehicles. Located in the heart of the U.S. automotive region with facilities in Michigan and Ohio. In 2023, ABS was acquired by Komatsu, a world leader in construction, mining, forestry, and industrial heavy equipment in support of Komatsu’s 2050 carbon neutrality goal. ABS continues to operate as an independent entity serving Komatsu applications while continuing to expand and grow our core commercial, fleet and industrial business. 

As we have grown, ABS has assembled a world-class team of dedicated and experienced engineers. This team is equipped with a deep understanding of high-voltage, automotive-grade battery systems from concept development and prototyping, to testing and validation, to high-volume production. We pride ourselves on developing a diverse team of next generation battery experts.

The Location – Springboro, OH 

American Battery Solutions Advanced Battery Manufacturing Center is located in beautiful and historic Springboro Ohio.  Life in Springboro is all about the quality and character of our community and that is why Springboro continues to be a top-ten rated City to live, work, play, and raise a family. In fact, Springboro was rated #3 among the top 10 communities in the greater Southwest Ohio.  In essence, Springboro appeals to everyone from young families to people looking for the perfect place to retire. Our great neighborhoods, excellent schools, safety, services, and amenities all contribute to Springboro’s exceptional quality of life. Springboro offers a variety of public programming that includes outdoor concerts, festivals, and fireworks. Our residents enjoy bike and walking trails, an 18-hole public golf course, a charming and vibrant historic district, and 501 acres of parks.

                               AMERICAN BATTERY SOLUTIONS IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER.