Lead Production Associate, Energy Storage

Position Summary:

The Lead Production Associate III, Energy is an experienced hourly role responsible for directing the daily work of a team of production associates while performing hands-on stall assembly within ESS production operations. The role assigns tasks, trains associates, escalates issues, and runs shift handoffs under the Supervisor, Production, who retains performance management and personnel decisions. This is a fully on-site role, with work performed in person on shift. The role requires clear communication, accurate documentation, and adherence to safety requirements.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Directs the daily work of a team of production associates and rotates in to operate stations

Trains associates on assembly, testing, MES documentation, and safety procedures

Escalates quality, equipment, staffing, and safety issues to the Supervisor, Production

Runs shift handoffs, communicating status, open issues, and priorities between shifts

Assembles energy products with power tools, hand tools and automated equipment

Moves materials and components within the work area using a forklift, pallet jack or other PIT equipment

Tests finished product and documents results in the manufacturing execution system (MES)

Follow and adhere to all Redwood policies and procedures, including but not limited to safety, attendance, conduct, quality, and ethical workplace behavior.

Working around PIT equipment, overhead cranes and an electrostatic discharge (ESD) environment

Other duties as assigned

Skills, Knowledge, and Abilities

High school diploma or GED; 2-4 years of manufacturing or production experience

Prior lead experience preferred

Working knowledge of power tools, assembly procedures, and MES data entry

Ability to direct work, train others, and communicate clearly

Ability to lift up to 50 lbs