About the Role – You Will:

• Determine production requirements (output quality and quantity, cost, time, labor requirements) by analyzing production schedules, work orders, operational tasks and sequencing, and confer with other team members to coordinate operations and activities within or between stations.
• Give clear, concise instructions to associates regarding work specifications and equipment operation, as well as oversee operational performance.
• Work closely with supplier quality, production, logistics, customer program management, and field service to assemble, certify, and deliver top quality products to our customers.
• Recommend personnel requirements including people for promotion and employment; Conduct annual performance reviews for subordinates.
• Create positive work environment; Counsel supervisors and direct labor personnel regarding work habits.
• Partner with Quality and Safety management to ensure compliance with quality and safety best practices; Write production and quality procedures.
• Implement cost savings ideas.
• Lead corrective action discussion with all functional area of the organization (i.e., Design, Factory, Engineering, Supplier Quality, etc.)
• Other duties as assigned by management.

About Our Group

• As strategic partners, the Production team strives to ensure that our values, culture and engagement always allow us to do great things for our company.
• We strive to provide the highest-level service and support to our clients each and every day.
• We work collaboratively to build strong relationships with our clients, partners, and own team.
• We treat each other with respect, and always try to have a little fun every day!
• This position will be part of the production team that supports Proterra’s Manufacturing operations.
• You will report to the Director of Manufacturing and collaborate with other Production team members located at our headquarters in Burlingame, CA and manufacturing facilities in Los Angeles, CA and Greer, SC.

About You

• Self-starter with the ability to adapt interpersonal styles and techniques to influence at all levels of the organization.
• Customer-focused attitude, with high level of professionalism and discretion.
• Ability to maintain strict confidentiality, establish trust and credibility, and act with complete integrity.
• Detail-oriented, resourceful and diligent.
• Strong time management and organizational skills.
• Sound judgment and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent English written and verbal communication skills.

Your Experience Includes

• Bachelor’s Degree, preferably in the field of either Engineering, Business or Management or equivalent relevant experience.
• 5+ years of experience in manufacturing within a leadership role or in a military environment.
• Must be hands-on manager with ability to provide positive and constructive feedback, coach/mentor and develop individuals.
• Strong communication and leadership skills with the proven ability to communicate ideas and information clearly, effectively and frequently within the team and the company.
• In-depth knowledge of Lean, Six Sigma, Kaizen and Continuous Improvements initiatives.
• Strong experience in project management.
• Proven ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with managers, supervisors, and employees
• Proven ability to prepare complex written reports and other documents.
  • Six Sigma Black Belt certification, preferred by optional.
  • Lean Expert certification, preferred by optional.
  • APICS certification and training, preferred by optional.
  • MBA, preferred by optional.

Location: Greenville, SC

Travel: 0 - 10%

Proterra is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer, providing equal employment opportunities to all Employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, genetic information, veteran status, pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions, including, but not limited to, lactation or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law or ordinance. Proterra participates in the Electronic Employment Verification Program (E-Verify).

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities

The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)