Battery Production & Test Supervisor

Battery Production & Test Supervisor

Homestead, Florida, United States

We are seeking a Battery Production & Test Supervisor to lead day-to-day manufacturing and testing operations for battery systems. This role oversees end-to-end production and validation activities, ensuring all products meet applicable quality, safety, and performance standards. The Supervisor will drive execution, support continuous improvement initiatives, and lead a team responsible for both build and test operations within a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

• Supervise battery production and testing activities, ensuring compliance with established work instructions, engineering requirements, and quality standards
• Oversee cell receiving, inspection, processing, cycling, grading, and matching prior to pack assembly
• Manage mechanical and electrical assembly operations, including cell integration, electrical connections, and final pack build
• Supervise battery testing processes, including cell-level and pack-level electrical and functional testing
• Ensure accurate execution of test procedures, proper data collection, and traceability of test results
• Partner with engineering and quality teams to troubleshoot issues and resolve production or test failures
• Oversee critical manufacturing processes such as welding, marking, adhesive application, and controlled curing processes
• Coordinate personnel across assigned shifts to meet production schedules, cost targets, and quality objectives
• Maintain 6S standards, housekeeping, and operational effectiveness within assigned production and test areas
• Support employee onboarding, training, process audits, and skills development to meet departmental and regulatory requirements
• Motivate, coach, and engage team members to drive performance, accountability, and collaboration
• Support achievement of operational metrics related to safety, quality, delivery, and productivity

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering, manufacturing, or a related technical discipline, or equivalent practical experience

Experience

A minimum of 5 years of experience supervising production, manufacturing, or test operations in a technical environment

• Experience supporting battery, electronics, or precision assembly manufacturing
• Familiarity with battery testing, cycling, electrical validation, and data review
• Exposure to Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, or other continuous improvement methodologies
• Background in regulated or high-reliability manufacturing environments

• Strong interpersonal and leadership skills with the ability to motivate and develop teams
• Proven ability to collaborate effectively within cross-functional teams
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Strong problem-solving and decision-making capabilities
• Meticulous attention to detail to ensure accuracy, compliance, and consistency
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced operational environment

• Manufacturing Execution Systems (MES) or production tracking tools
• Electrical test equipment and data acquisition systems
• Standard productivity tools (e.g., spreadsheets, documentation, reporting software)
• Quality and process documentation systems

• Ability to work in a manufacturing and test environment with prolonged standing, walking, and occasional lifting
• Ability to work around production machinery and electrical test equipment
• Ability to use a computer and related equipment for extended periods

AST Space Mobile is an Equal Opportunity, at will Employer; employment is governed on the basis of merit, competence and qualifications and will not be influenced in any manner by race, color, religion, gender, national origin/ethnicity, veteran status, disability status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, mental or physical disability or any other legally protected status.