Form Energy is developing a new class of cost-effective, multi-day energy storage systems that will enable a reliable and fully-renewable electric grid year-round. Our pioneering battery technology will entirely reshape the global electric system and give it new form.
Learn more about Form Energy at https://www.formenergy.com.
We’re always looking for outstanding people to join our team. If you’re interested, please visit https://formenergy.com/careers/.
Form Energy is a team of passionate people tackling the challenge of climate change through transformationally low cost energy storage. Our team members are active learners who enjoy working on tough technology problems in massive markets and embody our values of humanity, excellence and creativity. The company is backed by a diverse set of committed investors and we have raised over $360M to date.
Role Description
The manager of pilot operations will lead building and managing a new operations team that is responsible for the first production lines at Form Energy. You will work at the cross section of the manufacturing engineering and facility operations teams to deliver a high quality manufacturing operations team. This team will be responsible for operating two electrode pilot lines in our PA facility. This is a great opportunity to build a team from scratch and join in the early stages of a small but rapidly growing team. The successful candidate will lead a team of 20-30 individuals who are responsible for delivering high quality electrodes to our battery assembly team.
Form Energy is committed to equitable compensation and we offer a generous benefits package to make sure you have the support you need. We cover 100% of employee premiums and 80% of dependent premiums for medical, dental, and vision insurance for full time employees. We offer a flexible Paid Time Off program and every employee, regardless of gender identity or expression, is eligible for 12 weeks of paid parental bonding leave. We offer a 401k and all employees are granted stock options. A full listing of our benefits is available on our careers page.
At Form Energy, we are working toward a 100% renewable energy future for everyone in the world. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all our employees and are seeking to build a team that reflects the diversity of the people we hope to serve with our revolutionary products. Form Energy is proud to be an equal opportunity employer.
What You'll Do:
Build and manage the pilot manufacturing team to support the business needs to deliver Form's internal and external pilot projectsOwn the safety, health and well-being of the manufacturing team by ensuring responsible practices are used to protect them and their work environmentLeverage the Form culture to create an inclusive working environment where team members are engaged, feel valued, and are motivated to be strong contributorsProactively coach and mentor shift supervisors and manufacturing associates to increase their contributionActively participate with the advanced manufacturing leadership team to develop and implement an operations strategy that supports the business objectivesWhat You'll Bring:
5+ years of experience in pilot operations, manufacturing, energy storage or similar fieldsLeadership experience as a supervisor or similarEmpathic leader that can manage and supervise shift leaders and associates of all skill levels and agesFamiliar with mechanical or/and electrical assembliesExperience in strategic and tactical project and work order managementAbility to make things with your own hands and desire to pass your skills on to others