ESS Line Lead - 3rd Shift

Position Summary 

The ESS Line Lead is responsible for overseeing daily production activities on the energy storage system assembly line. This role serves as the first level of leadership on the floor, ensuring safe, efficient, and high‑quality production through effective team coordination, technical guidance, and cross‑functional communication. 

Key Responsibilities 

Line Leadership & Team Coordination 

• Lead and coordinate the daily work of ESS line operators 

• Assign tasks based on production plans, skill levels, and priorities 

• Monitor workflow to ensure smooth operations and on‑time production output 

• Provide on‑the‑job guidance, coaching, and support to operators 

Electrical & Drawing Basics 

• Apply basic knowledge of electrical components and simple wiring during assembly 

• Read and interpret basic mechanical and electrical drawings to guide assembly work 

• Support operators in understanding work instructions and technical requirements 

Cross‑Department Communication 

• Communicate clearly and effectively with Engineering, Quality, Warehouse, and Production Planning teams 

• Escalate issues related to materials, quality, tooling, or processes in a timely manner 

• Support engineering changes, quality actions, and production adjustments as needed 

Problem‑Solving & Reporting 

• Identify production, quality, or safety issues on the line 

• Take immediate corrective actions within scope and escalate when required 

• Track issues, downtime, and output, and provide clear daily and weekly reports to supervisors 

• Support root cause analysis and continuous improvement initiatives 

Quality & 5S Awareness 

• Maintain strong quality awareness and ensure operators follow standard work and quality procedures 

• Perform line checks and verify compliance with quality standards 
• Uphold 5S discipline to maintain a clean, organized, and safe production area 

Required Qualifications 

• Basic understanding of electrical components, wiring, and assembly processes 

• Ability to read simple mechanical and electrical drawings 

• Prior experience leading or coordinating a production or assembly line 

• Strong communication and organizational skills 

• Working knowledge of quality standards and 5S principles 

Preferred Qualifications 

• Experience in energy storage systems, battery manufacturing, or electrical assembly 

• Previous experience as a Line Lead, Team Lead, or Senior Operator 

• Familiarity with lean manufacturing or continuous improvement practices 

Key Skills & Competencies 

• Hands‑on leadership and team coordination 

• Problem‑solving and decision‑making under production deadlines 

• Clear verbal and written communication 

• Attention to detail and quality‑driven mindset 

• Safety‑focused and process‑oriented