FranklinWH is a rapidly expanding company determined to become the leader in the global energy home storage system (ESS) industry. FranklinWH offers whole home energy solutions typically coupled with solar PV systems, bringing households into the modern all-electric future. Though founded by experts in power electronics, BMS and EMS, FranklinWH is equally focused on energy management software while also providing top level service to our partners and customers. FranklinWH is expanding its global footprint, relying on an industry leading supply chain. This is an exciting time to be at a fast-growing company in a fast-accelerating industry.
We are looking for an experienced leader to direct our Manufacturing/Process Technology team. In this role, you will drive the development and implementation of manufacturing processes, working closely with technical teams and senior management to set the strategic direction. Your role will be crucial in bringing innovative technologies to life in our next-generation battery production facilities worldwide.
Core Competencies: Process-oriented, dependable, well-organized, self-starter, adaptable, proactive, and experienced in manufacturing.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
- OEM Factory Operations Management: Oversee production lines (module processing, system assembly, product testing, etc.), ensuring on-time, high-quality delivery.
- Team Leadership & Development: Lead and support the production team to maintain stable and efficient factory operations, continuously optimizing processes and providing employee training.
- Production Plan Execution: Ensure the OEM factory follows production schedules, improving operational efficiency and ensuring timely, high-quality deliveries.
- Quality Control & Compliance: Implement and enforce quality standards, monitor OEM factory compliance, and conduct ongoing quality training.
- Cross-Department Coordination: Collaborate with procurement, quality, logistics, and R&D teams to ensure seamless production operations.
- Equipment & Risk Management: Oversee equipment maintenance, resource allocation, and risk identification, ensuring stable and efficient production.
- Reporting & Continuous Improvement: Provide management with regular updates on production progress, quality performance, and process optimization efforts.
Qualifications and Experience:
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.
- Bachelor’s degree or higher in Industrial Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related field.
- 5+ years of production management experience, preferably in energy storage, battery manufacturing, or electronics assembly.
- Strong leadership and team management experience in a manufacturing environment.
- Expertise in Lean Manufacturing, process optimization, and quality control standards.
- Strong problem-solving, data analysis, and cross-functional collaboration skills.
- Experience with Lean Manufacturing or Six Sigma methodologies is preferred.
Compensation and Benefits:
FranklinWH offers a competitive salary plus fully comprehensive benefits and a performance bonus package based on an annual objective achievement. This is a full-time position. Our generous benefits package includes:
- a 401(k) Retirement Plan.
- ESOP Participation
- Medical/dental/life/disability program.
- PTO, and sick days.
- Life insurance and long-term disability.
- Generous Travel Per Diem.
FranklinWH is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE). Qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, disability, or veteran status.