Senior Manager, Battery Specific Infrastructure

We are proud to announce the launch of Volkswagen Group’s largest cell factory, PowerCo, in St. Thomas. This is more than just a job – it’s a unique opportunity to shape the future of sustainable energy. Join us as we ramp up operations and help build a world-class company. 

At PowerCo, we believe in fostering an environment where ambition meets collaboration, and where flexibility and creativity thrive.  You'll be part of a diverse, talented team that is shaping the future of battery production. You’ll have the chance to advance your career while working alongside passionate colleagues who share a vision of making a lasting impact on the world.

Are you ready to be part of something exciting? Power up your career with us!

This exciting opportunity is based in the charming town of St. Thomas, Ontario, and requires in-person attendance.

This opportunity is within Operations department and may require you to travel up to 90 days/year for trainings and workshops domestically or internationally during the first year of employment.

We are looking for a Sr. Manager - BSI (Battery Specific Infrastructure) who wants to CELLebrate in a fast-paced and fast-changing environment. As part of the ramp-up team of our new Canadian location, you will report to the Head of Facility Construction Management team. You will support the COO / Value Stream Mapping and team in daily business operations, serving as the key link on the Operations Team for general ramp-up projects and being involved in a variety of activities.

Responsible for building the BSI team.

• Serve as the primary contact for the BSI team and task coordinator per Value Stream, liaising between internal departments, stakeholders, and external partners.
• Facilitate communication and collaboration among team members, ensuring clarity of roles, responsibilities, and task assignments.
• Coordinate task execution, tracking progress and addressing any issues or bottlenecks to ensure timely completion of deliverables.

Resource Coordination and Issue Resolution:

• Coordinate all needed BSI resources, including design and construction teams, to address open issues and challenges.
• Allocate resources effectively, prioritizing tasks and resolving conflicts to ensure the efficient closure of open issues.
• Provide guidance and support to team members, fostering a positive and inclusive team environment conducive to problem-solving and innovation.

Performance Monitoring and Team Development:

• Monitor team performance and provide regular feedback to team members, recognizing achievements and addressing areas for improvement.
• Mentor and coach team members, fostering their professional growth and development in alignment with project objectives and organizational goals.
• Collaborate with Project Management, Construction Planning, Industrial Engineering, PMO, HSE, Logistics,
• Quality, HR, Finance (investment, taxes, etc.), Purchasing, and Product Management and align common areas.
• Follow up and alignment with the International Production Network (Salzgitter, Valencia & Dalian) for all processes
• Collaborate with Technical Support departments to setup equipment requirements and definition of standards for the Standard Greenfield Factory St. Thomas.
• Collaborating with Heads of Production across all PowerCo plants (China, Valencia, Salzgitter

etc.) 

• Create synergies during the ramp up phase.
• Identify and implement continuous improvement opportunities to processes, cycles, and systems
• Setting, monitoring, and driving achievement of BSI team’s KPIs which directly contribute to the overall plant’s KPIs

•    Education Required: BSc degree in Business Administration, Mechanical, Mechatronics, Material, or Chemical engineering, Master’s degree preferred.
•    Years of Relevant Experience Required: Minimum 7 years of experience
•    Years of Supervisory Experience Required: Minimum of 3 years of people and functional leadership required

• Attractive Remuneration: We offer a competitive and attractive remuneration that reflect your skills, experience, and contributions.
• Vacation Allowance: We offer our employees competitive paid time off. Plus, you don’t need to take any vacation days from December 24 to December 31.
• Opportunities for development 
• Relocation Support
• Opportunities to participate in exciting company events that give back to the community. 
• Competitive employer paid benefits and overall compensation package with extended health care, dental, vision and mental health support.
• Pension and Retirement Savings: We contribute the equivalent of 5% to a Registered Pension Plan and matching contribution to a retirement savings plan.  
• And much more! 

*This is a flex hybrid work structure, where employees can work both remotely and on-site. However, please note all hybrid work arrangements are subject to the terms and conditions of our hybrid work policy as may be amended from time to time.

Please note that we appreciate the interest of all candidates, however only those under consideration will be contacted.

We believe that the best results are created in a diverse and inclusive environment. 
Therefore, all qualified applications will be considered for employment regardless of age, race, religion, gender (identity), sexual orientation, national origin or disability.

PowerCo Canada Inc. is committed to providing accommodations for people with disabilities including during the application process. If you require an accommodation because of a disability, we will work with you to determine what reasonable accommodation may be available to meet your needs whether it be as an applicant or an employee. Applicants need to make their needs known in advance. If you are selected for an interview and require an accommodation, you are encouraged to advise the Recruiter who will consult with you to determine an appropriate and reasonable accommodation.