Head- Cell Formation (Divitipalli)

Head- Cell Formation

Divitipalli, India

Full-Time

Responsibilities:

• Supervise the cell formation and aging processes, ensuring they're in line with established protocols and quality benchmarks.

• Collaborate with R&D teams to integrate advancements and refinements into the formation process, ensuring optimal cell performance.

• Monitor and optimize the formation and grading equipment, ensuring maximum uptime, efficiency, and precision.

• Drive continuous improvement projects focused on enhancing process efficiency, yield, and overall product quality.

• Ensure that safety protocols are strictly adhered to, minimizing risks in the high-voltage formation process.

• Coordinate with preceding (assembly) and succeeding (testing and packaging) departments to ensure seamless production flow.

• Mentor, guide, and lead the formation team, emphasizing skill development, teamwork, and innovation.

• Periodically review and analyze formation data, detecting trends, anomalies, or areas for improvement.

• Develop and manage budgets related to the formation phase, ensuring cost-effectiveness and justifying investments when necessary.

• Engage with equipment suppliers and vendors, staying updated with technological advancements and ensuring timely maintenance and upgrades.

Qualification, Experience and Certification – Selection Criteria

Education

• Bachelor's degree in Materials Science, Chemical Engineering, or a related field. An advanced degree or specialized courses in battery technology would be an advantage.

• Certifications in production management or lean manufacturing can be beneficial

Experience

• Minimum of 6-10 years in Li-ion cell manufacturing or related fields, with specific expertise in the cell formation process.

• Demonstrated capability in leading technical teams and optimizing high-tech production processes.

• Comprehensive knowledge of the intricacies and nuances of the Li-ion cell formation process.

• Strong leadership abilities with a knack for guiding and motivating teams.

• Analytical mindset with a focus on data-driven decision- making.

• Ability to work collaboratively across departments, ensuring a synchronized production process.

• In-depth understanding of safety protocols specific to high-voltage cell formation.

• Exceptional problem-solving skills, with a proactive approach to challenges.

• Effective communication skills, allowing clear conveyance of technical information to both experts and non-experts.