IMS Manager

AESC is looking to add an IMS Manager to our team in Florence, South Carolina

• Full-Time
• On-Site: Florence, SC

About AESC US LLC

AESC is an exciting, newly created global organization committed to solving the challenges of a sustainable future and becoming the leading supplier of full-value-chain battery solutions. Our lithium-ion batteries can be found in nearly one million electric vehicles worldwide and have a stellar safety record of zero-critical issues. AESC US is leading the way in battery technology. We design and manufacture EV battery technology for various electric vehicles and equipment. We are working hard towards unlocking the full potential of sustainable energy and climate change mitigation. We will continue to build upon our successes and expand into new markets and industries, producing innovative and competitive products and technologies that advance the goal of a zero-carbon emission future. AESC is headquartered in Japan and has battery manufacturing locations in Japan, UK, China, and the U.S.

AESC Mission

Our mission is to solve the challenges for a sustainable future. Together, we can make a meaningful impact.

About the Role

The IMS Manager will lead a support team of IMS Supervisors responsible for the US Florence, SC plant in the development, launch, and upkeep of the Integrated Management System while also ensuring shop floor compliance to global standards and rules. This role will be heavily focused on training as well as hands-on shop floor support. This position will also support the launch of new plant(s) in the region as needed.

What You Will Do

• Participates in the development, launch, and upkeep of the production management system based on lean manufacturing principles.
• Collaborates with the Global IMS team and supports Global efforts.
• Revises and maintains regional documents based on global feedback and customer needs at established frequency.
• Facilitates onboarding of new persons to the US region.
• Prepares recurring reports and makes necessary internal communications.
• Ensures success of new launches through shop floor support and training.
• Correlates shop floor activities to organizational Key Performance Indicators (KPIs).
• Maintains SharePoint (or similar) standards database for the production system.
• Supports compliance to industry standards and internal QMS procedures.
• Works with plant leadership to develop, review, and track business objectives.
• Provides leadership, coaching, guidance, training, and staff development.
• Performs Internal audits to ensure compliance to standards / rules.
• Participates in the facilitation of key IMS activities such as TQM.
• Support daily operations as needed to ensure the success of Operations Department.
• Monitor and Improve Technical Training Center curriculum as needed.
• Access the performance of candidates in the Technical Training Center program and determine if candidates are a good fit for AESC at the main plant.
• Supervises and provides leadership, coaching, guidance, training, and staff development; interviews and selects unit employees; plans and evaluates employee performance; recommends merit increases, transfers, and promotions; counsels and disciplines employees as necessary; recommends termination when appropriate; monitors time and attendance of subordinates and approves timesheets.
• Supports organizational and team annual goals that relate to corporate KPIs and tracking these goals for each phase of a project; participates heavily in the development, launch, and upkeep of the AESC Production Management System.
• Understands and follows all standards of IATF16949 and VDA 6.3 quality standards.
• Understands and follows all standards of ISO14001 environmental standards.

What You Need

• Bachelor's Degree in business, engineering, or a related field from an accredited institution is required. In lieu of a bachelor's degree, at least 5 years of related experience will be considered.
• Minimum 5 years of professional experience in manufacturing.
• Two (2) or more years Supervisory experience, providing leadership, coaching, guidance, and training and contributing to staff development. Supervised subordinates or contractors with differentiated roles. Subordinate positions carried several different titles. Functions, though similar in objective, were distinct.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills; interpersonal skills; report writing skills, presentation abilities, and motivational skills.
• A demonstrated ability to work cross-functionally with all staff levels and disciplines is a must. Able to work cross-functionally with staff in Operations, Production, Engineering, Quality, Human Resources, etc.
• Formal problem-solving experience on complex issues.
• Outstanding planning, scheduling, and organizational and demonstrated leadership skills.

What is "Nice to Have"?

• In-depth understanding of lithium battery manufacturing, product knowledge, battery manufacturing processes and equipment, and related information systems. Preferred experience in NPW, APW, TPS, or similar lean manufacturing production system training and execution.
• Proficiency in Lean principles and Six Sigma methodologies to streamline processes and improve efficiency.
• Skills in managing organizational change, especially when introducing new technologies or processes.
• Proficiency in additional languages beyond English is advantageous, as it aligns with our global operations and enhances communication with diverse stakeholders.
• Experience or familiarity with the dynamics of start-up environments, showcasing an ability to thrive in agile and fast-paced settings.

What We Offer

Welcome to our state-of-the-art Gigafactory, where you'll have the opportunity to tackle the world's most fascinating challenges alongside exceptionally talented individuals who are driven to make a difference. At AESC, we offer a comprehensive compensation package, including a competitive salary and a rewarding AESC bonus program. In addition, we provide a range of valuable benefits, such as 401K, and health insurance. We strive to ensure that our employees are well taken care of, enabling them to focus on their work and contribute to our collective mission of changing the world.

• An inclusive and diverse work environment that fosters and encourages professional and personal development.
• Highly automated, clean, safe, and temperature-controlled production environment
• Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance
• HSA and Flexible Spending Accounts
• 401K with company match
• Life Insurance (Company paid and additional voluntary life available)
• Paid Vacation and 14 Paid Holidays
• Short term and long-term disability coverage (Company Paid)
• Tuition reimbursement

Application Process

Even if you don't meet every requirement listed, if you believe this role suits you well, we encourage you to apply. Your application gives us the opportunity to learn more about you and explore potential fits within our team.

Following the submission of your application, we are committed to providing timely responses to all applicants, though response times may vary depending on the volume of submissions. If you do not receive an immediate response, please rest assured that this in no way reflects on the quality of your candidacy. Your application will be retained in our files, and we may reach out to you for future roles that align with your skills and interests. As our organization experiences rapid growth, we appreciate your patience in this process. We are actively working each day to enhance our application procedures to ensure a smoother and more efficient experience for all applicants. Thank you for your understanding and enthusiasm for joining our dynamic team.

Equal Employment Opportunity

At AESC, we are committed to providing Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) to all individuals. We participate in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S Join us in our passion to design, manufacture, and sell high-performance products, contributing to a sustainable and zero-carbon emission future.

Physical Requirements

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 accommodation may be made to enable otherwise qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential job functions.

• Ability to sit for extended periods of time.
• Ability to read, write, speak, hear; stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach and lift with hands and arms frequently throughout the day.
• Required to occasionally lift, push, pull and/or move up to 10 pounds and occasionally required to lift, push, pull and/or move up to 35 pounds.

Travel

Occasional domestic/international travel may be required to support launching new facilities, benchmarking existing facilities, or supporting auditing of the production management system.

Work Environment

The work environment is primarily an automated manufacturing plant with a concrete floor and is characterized by some temperature extremes, moderate noise, and forklift traffic. The individual must be able to perform all essential functions as appropriate on the plant floor, in meetings, and with employees, management, customers and suppliers.

Candidate must perform the essential duties and responsibilities with or without reasonable accommodation efficiently and accurately, and without causing significant safety threat to self or others. The statements made herein are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees assigned to this job classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive and inclusive list of all responsibilities, duties, and/or skills required of personnel so classified.

Hiring is contingent upon successful completion of drug screen and background check. AESC US LLC is a drug-free workplace.