Job Description

Title: Production Manager

Report: VP of Supply Chain

Location: Newark, DE

Position Type : Full Time, Exempt

Travel: Occasional

About AirJoule, LLC

Are you passionate about making a difference in the fight against climate change? Then AirJoule is the place for you! We are a joint venture between GE Vernova and AirJoule Technologies (formerly Montana Technologies), and a leader in the global sustainability transition. Our revolutionary atmosphere water harvesting technology enables transformative HVAC products that help our customers save money on their energy bills while reducing their environmental impact. The same core technology also enables atmospheric water harvesting products that create clean, abundant, and decentralized water for industrial, commercial, and humanitarian purposes. If you are a highly motivated and experienced individual who wants to make a real-world impact, we encourage you to apply!

Position Summary

AirJoule is seeking a highly motivated and experienced Production Manager to oversee all day-to-day aspects of our manufacturing operations. In this role, you will ensure we meet our customer needs by leading efficient and effective manufacturing processes with the highest commitment to safety. You will be responsible for sourcing and bringing online operations equipment, managing the manufacturing production process, ensuring compliance, and obtaining various standards.

Key Responsibilities

To perform in this position successfully, an individual must be able to perform each key responsibility satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Other duties may be assigned to meet business needs.

Operations Management

• Lead the development and implementation of best practices, processes, and procedures to optimize efficiency, reduce costs, and enhance quality throughout the organization.
• Establish key performance indicators (KPIs) and metrics to track operational performance, analyze data to identify trends and opportunities, and make data-driven decisions to drive improvement.
• Implement quality management systems and processes to maintain high standards of product/service quality, compliance, and customer satisfaction.

Leadership and Team Management

• Build, mentor, and motivate a high-performing operations team, fostering a culture of accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement.
• Partner with other department heads to ensure alignment of operational activities with overall business objectives, fostering seamless communication and collaboration across the organization.

Safety & Compliance

• Ensure that all manufacturing processes are compliant with regulatory standards and safety protocols.
• Champion a culture of workplace safety, promoting training and awareness programs to prevent accidents and injuries.
• Conduct regular audits to ensure adherence to safety regulations and environmental guidelines.

Education and Experience Requirements

• Minimum Education: Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Material Science, Operations Management, or a related field is required. An advanced degree is preferred.
• Minimum Experience: 4+ years of experience in leadership roles within Engineering Operations or a related field. Preferable experience in hard-tech manufacturing environments or chemical manufacturing environments, including coating processes and assembly of refrigerator-sized or shipping-container-sized equipment.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Preferred experience developing and implementing de-risked high-growth manufacturing plans, creating internal capabilities, external partnerships holistically. Analyzing, forming, and communicating a strategic operations plan.
• Experience leading and overseeing an operations team to perform work on premises safely and effectively.
• Strong knowledge and experience with industry standards, including 5S, ISO, EH&S, and Quality management systems.
• Experience leading high-performance teams and developing team-member capabilities.
• Demonstrated ability to drive continuous improvement and innovate in operational processes.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Excellent organizational, leadership, and decision-making skills.
• Strong analytical abilities and proficiency in financial management and production scheduling.
• Familiarity with advanced manufacturing technologies and operations management software.
• Preferred experience designing and implementing advanced automation technology and robotics.
• Commitment to safety and experience leading company-wide safety initiatives.
• Commitment to sustainability and experience implementing environmentally friendly practices.

Physical Requirements

• Extended periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
• Frequent periods of walking and standing.
• Must be able to lift, carry, push, and pull up to 30 pounds.
• Occasional bending, stooping, and reaching.
• Must be willing and able to operate a pallet jack.

Other Requirements

• Applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the U.S. AirJoule is unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa at this time.

AirJoule’s Benefits

In addition to good working conditions and competitive pay, it is AirJoule’s policy to provide a comprehensive benefits package that provides access to plans which support the overall wellbeing of our employees and their dependents. These benefits include, but are not limited to, health care coverage (medical, dental, vision, pharmacy), a retirement plan that includes a 401K, Life Insurance options, Disability coverage, paid time-off, and more.

How to Apply

Qualified applicants should submit their resume with a cover letter outlining their qualifications to Human Resources via email at hr@airjouletech.com.

AirJoule, LLC does not discriminate on the basis of actual or perceived race, religion, color, national origin, ancestry, disability, medical condition, marital status, sex, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, family responsibility, personal appearance, genetic information, matriculation, political affiliation, or any other status protected under law.

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