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Planning - Department Head

Adecco Canada
St Thomas, ON
Management
Posted 23 days ago

Adecco is currently seeking an experienced and strategic Planning Department Head. Based in St Thomas, ON, this full-time role involves overseeing the planning, execution, and optimization of battery cell mass production processes globally. The successful candidate will lead a team, collaborating with internal and external stakeholders to ensure the successful launch of cutting-edge EV battery technologies.

  • Location: St Thomas, ON

  • Job type: Permanent | Full-time

Responsibilities: As the Planning Department Head, you will:

  • Strategically plan and monitor projects, ensuring compliance with legal requirements.

  • Implement global factory standardization strategies aligned with corporate objectives.

  • Lead mid and long-term investment plans for equipment and production processes.

  • Oversee equipment design, production processes, and capacity planning optimization.

  • Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders for project goals and progress.

  • Lead teams in equipment FAT/SAT, commissioning, ramp-up, and problem-solving.

  • Drive continuous improvement projects for CapEx and OpEx reduction.

  • Communicate with global teams to exchange project goals and progress.

  • Improve manufacturing processes to meet key performance indicators.

  • Ensure financial and personnel budgets compliance within legal guidelines.

Requirements:

  • Bachelor's degree in relevant engineering field.

  • 10+ years in battery cell mass production.

  • 3+ years of supervisory experience with multi-national teams.

  • In-depth knowledge of battery cell production processes and equipment design.

  • Experience in managing major capital budgets (>100M$) with high cost awareness.

  • Proficient in problem-solving methodologies (6D, PDCA, 4M1E).

  • Excellent English verbal and written communication skills.

  • Willingness to travel domestically and internationally (30-40%).

  • Advanced degree (master/doctoral) in relevant engineering field.

  • Prior experience in statistical analysis for battery cell production.

  • Experience in international logistics and container shipment.

  • Significant experience in change management.

  • Must be legally eligible to work and reside in Canada.

Don't miss out on this Planning Department Head position in St Thomas, ON. Apply now and our dynamic team of recruiters will reach out if you qualify for this role.

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