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Our Story and Why We're Growing
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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!
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About the Role
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The Senior Manufacturing Execution Manager will lead high-volume battery cell manufacturing operations within a complex, hybrid production environment combining continuous and discrete processes across semi- and fully-automated lines. Reporting to the Head of Production, this role holds end-to-end responsibility for production execution, including day-to-day performance management, strategic capacity ramp-up, digital integration (MES), and cost and quality target achievement. |
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Key Responsibilities
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- Lead and manage the daily execution of production across all shifts and areas, ensuring adherence to quality, cost, delivery, and safety standards.
- Oversee a growing workforce of up to 500 individuals including managers, supervisors, engineers, team leaders and operators.
- Lead the production readiness and ramp-up strategy, ensuring stable capacity increases, scalability, and process reliability.
- Contribute to the digital transformation of the plant by aligning with data analytics, IoT initiatives, and automation upgrades.
- Ensure consistent compliance with safety, environmental, and regulatory requirements across all production areas.
- Align operations with key KPIs such as OEE, cycle time, scrap rate, efficiency and adherence to takt time.
- Translate strategic manufacturing targets into actionable production plans and action plans for deviations or disruptions.
- Provide coaching and development for production management and team leads, fostering a strong leadership pipeline.
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What you bring to the Team
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- Bachelor’s Degree or higher within an Engineering focus such as Manufacturing, Industrial, Mechanical, Electrical, Chemical or Materials Science.
- 10+ years progressive experience within high-volume, high-complexity manufacturing environments, preferably in automotive supplier or battery industries.
- 10+ years proven experiencing building, developing, and managing high-performing teams within precision-critical manufacturing environments, such as clean-room, battery cell assembly, or electronics manufacturing.
- Proven history of managing effectively within a fast-paced, high-stakes environment with composure and decisiveness.
- Commitment to operational excellence, continuous improvement, and a safety-first culture
- Demonstrated success in ramp-up execution, production planning, and operational scaling in greenfield or brownfield settings.
- Deep understanding of Lean Manufacturing, MES systems, and digital production technologies.
- Strong familiarity with KPI dashboards, data-driven root cause analysis, and manufacturing performance tracking.
- Strong analytical mindset and structured problem-solving capabilities.
- Ability to travel internationally (China, Germany, Spain, etc.).
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Power Perks
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- 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 to a Registered Pension Plan and matching contribution to a retirement savings plan.
*This position is in-person and located in the charming town of St. Thomas ON.
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. |
