Job Description

American Battery Solutions has a full-time opening for a Production Supervisor in Springboro, Ohio.

1st shift 7 am to 3:30 pm

Job Summary

The Production Supervisor is responsible for overseeing all aspects of the manufacturing operations team, while ensuring continuous operation through effective and efficient oversight of personnel and equipment. The Production Supervisor will communicate with team members, management, and upper management, tracking team member performance, daily monitoring, and guidance to meet daily/weekly/monthly production goals. Ensuring safety, quality, delivery, cost and productivity through up-to-date training and team member performance. Lead and support continuous improvement projects and problem-solving as well as collaborate with leaders to resolve and manage workforce labor issues.

Responsibilities

• Managing workflow of employees and delegating tasks.
• Assessing work performance of team members; identify areas of performance improvement.
• Training and onboarding new team members.
• Lead efforts in developing, implementing, and maintaining the TPM system.
• Meet daily/weekly/monthly objectives, aligning with business plans and goals.
• Establish goals for team members.
• Support MRO daily activities.
• Create reports on daily progress and performance.
• Assist in root cause analysis and problem solving.
• Maintain a safe and clean work environment.
• Manage facility wide 5s activities.
• Identify and support continuous improvement projects (e.g., cost reduction, efficiency improvements, etc.).
• Ensure that all operators are following safety procedures. Develop a safety first culture.
• Communicate with upper management regarding problems or issues impacting production.
• Must be able to work off shift hours as needed.

• Adhere to corporate, federal, and state employment policies.
• Adhere to all company policies.
• Other duties as assigned. 
• Predictable and reliable attendance.

Position Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Operation or Business or equivalent work experience.
• Minimum of two (2) years of supervisory experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Minimum of five (5) years of experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Module/Pack building experience preferred.
• Solid judgment along with decision-making skills.
• Organizational skills (i.e., be methodical, organized, and able to prioritize and manage multiple tasks at one time).
• Strong leadership skills and ability to manage cross functional teams.
• Knowledge of IATF 16949 / ISO 9001 and ISO 14001.
• Excellent communication, documentation, technical and computer skills.
• Microsoft Office Experience.
• ERP Experience (Plex System Preferred).

Key Competencies

• Delegates Effectively: Assigns work to others to maximize time for strategic thinking and actions. Provides clear guidelines, monitors, redirects, and sets limits as needed. Provides challenging assignments, shares authority, and provides resources and support. 
• Focuses on Quality: Drives work results with a quality focus on actions and results.
• Decision Making & Analysis: Makes sound decisions based upon a mixture of data-driven analysis, expertise, experience, and judgment; collects relevant information, seeks input from others, and identifies connections and/or root causes of problems.
• Teamwork: Works cooperatively with others to accomplish team goals and organizational objectives.
• Communications: Exchanges thoughts, feelings, and information effectively.
• Working Safely: Demonstrates safe behaviors. 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.

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 essential functions.

• Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
• May need to lift and carry up to 50 pounds and/or position the body to reach items on the floor/below knee level or reach overhead.
• Works in a temperature-controlled environment, with occasional work in outdoor weather conditions, and in industrial environments.
• The noise level in the work environment can be moderately loud.
• May be required to recognize small numbers, letters, symbols, colors on prints, and/or operate field instruments/equipment.
• May need to work overtime.
• Able to complete physically demanding work.
• May be required to travel to and navigate a variety of sites to fully understand material needs.
• Must be able to manipulate equipment for calibration and modification.
• Visual acuity to follow hand signals, maintain logs and inspect and maintain machinery.
• Able to work in confined spaces.
• Must be able to bend, lift, stretch, stoop, push, pull, stand, and carry as needed to inspect, service, and operate machinery, equipment, and gauges.
• Prolonged periods working on feet, using tools, and performing repetitive actions that entail frequent bending and stooping.
• Ability to maintain single task focus and situational awareness.
• The ability to wear personal protective gear correctly.

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 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.