At BETA Technologies, we apply our intellectual curiosity, passion for aviation, and commitment to sustainability toward a shared mission of revolutionizing electric aviation. Regardless of the position one holds, each team member brings their talent and desire to positively impact the environment and lives of others in a refreshing, vibrant, and inclusive culture.
The Battery Manufacturing Team leader leads the production team in all day-to-day operations. In this role you will conduct daily stand-up meetings and represent the team as needed in cross-functional stand-ups. You will be the first to respond to problems and challenges on the production line, and will help the team solve those problems using your own knowledge and input from engineers and test technicians.
The Team Leader is responsible for quality, safety, on time delivery, continuous improvement, hiring, performance management, and programs such as FOD (foreign object debris) management and 6S. As the team lead you will meet with every team member on a regular basis to discuss their development, performance, personal and team challenges, to coach team members on career development, and to solicit feedback on your performance and the work environment generally.
How you will contribute to revolutionizing electric aviation:
Lead daily team meetings
Help to guide the team to make good decisions with limited resources
Meet regularly with team members to encourage growth and address challenges
Hire and make staffing decision for the production team
Manage staff schedule to ensure due dates are met and training opportunities are provided
Coach team members on performance and career development
Assist in problem-solving on production and R&D parts and assemblies
Use ERP system to track production KPIs, track and move material, schedule work, solve problems
Provide first response to any and all challenges on the production line
Help team members to manage their time, including time spent on manufacturing-related projects
Identify challenges, suggest and help implement solutions
Manage programs like FOD (foreign object debris) awareness and 6S
Minimum Qualifications:
Five years of manufacturing, at least one year of manufacturing leadership preferred
Experience using 6S
Ability to diagnose and solve complex problems using all available tools and assistance
Interest and ability to learn new skills and subject matter to stay ahead of new challenges, designs, and processes
Understanding of different manufacturing processes
Ability to lead a team of production technicians
Ability to quickly pivot and to make good decisions to help meet challenging deadlines
Ability to suggest and implement creative solutions to novel problems
Above and Beyond Qualifications that will distinguish you:
Three years or more of leadership in manufacturing
Experience creating or administering a 6S program
Experience in battery manufacturing, Aviation industry or a similar field
Experience configuring and working with an Enterprise Resource Planning System such as PLEX
Experience with high-voltage systems
Experience in an R&D or startup manufacturing environment
Experience with CAD
Experience with 3D printing
Experience designing or managing the design and development of tools, jigs, and fixtures
Experience developing or writing work instructions
Experience with digital work instructions
Experience with smart digital tools
Physical Demands and Work Environment
Lift 50lbs
Seated or standing desk on the production floor
Inclusivity Statement
Each of our backgrounds influences how we evaluate our own abilities. Research reveals that BIPOC, LGBTQ+, women, those from working-class backgrounds, individuals with disabilities, and other marginalized groups may hesitate to apply for roles if they don't meet all the requirements. Many skills can be learned on the job. If you can envision contributing value to our community and meet most criteria, we encourage you to apply.
BETA Technologies provides equal employment opportunity to all individuals regardless of their race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, ancestry, place of birth, citizenship, disability, veteran or military status, health coverage status, HIV status, genetic information, crime victim status, pregnancy or a pregnancy-related condition or any other characteristic protected by state, federal, or local law. The company does not discriminate, and will not discriminate, and will not tolerate discrimination, based on any of these characteristics during the application process or in employment.
All offers of employment at BETA Technologies are contingent upon favorable results of a thorough background check.
