Electric Powertrain Production Shift Manager

Electric Powertrain Production Shift Manager

Leading the future in luxury electric and mobility

At Lucid, we set out to introduce the most captivating, luxury electric vehicles that elevate the human experience and transcend the perceived limitations of space, performance, and intelligence. Vehicles that are intuitive, liberating, and designed for the future of mobility.

We plan to lead in this new era of luxury electric by returning to the fundamentals of great design – where every decision we make is in service of the individual and environment. Because when you are no longer bound by convention, you are free to define your own experience.

Come work alongside some of the most accomplished minds in the industry. Beyond providing competitive salaries, we’re providing a community for innovators who want to make an immediate and significant impact. If you are driven to create a better, more sustainable future, then this is the right place for you.

We are currently seeking a highly skilled and motivated production shift manager for the powertrain shop. Production Shift Manager will oversee and be responsible for the entire Powertrain operation through supervision, coordination, coaching / training and providing leadership to the assigned staff. In this role, you will be the lead of the planning and execution of the Powertrain production operations. The successful candidate will provide leadership and guidance to the Powertrain Production team, ensuring seamless integration into the overall production process, and the successful launch and execution of highly automated Powertrain operations.

Key Responsibilities

• Production Planning & Execution – Supervise all stages of the powertrain shop such as Drive Unit and HV Battery. Execute daily and weekly production plans in coordination with wider stakeholders. Monitor real-time production metrics such as cycle time, takt time, and hourly build targets. Manage shift handovers with detailed reports on production output, defects, downtime, and personnel performance.
• Quality Management – Ensure all painting processes meet or exceed internal and customer quality standards. Manage control plans and visual inspection processes at various checkpoints. Investigate and resolve process issues leading to defects. Coordinate with the Quality Assurance and Engineering departments to drive root cause analysis and corrective action (RCCA).
• Equipment & Process Management – Ensure optimal performance of production equipment and facilities. Collaborate with maintenance and automation teams to minimize breakdowns and maintain OEE. Support introduction of new models or variants through process validation and capability studies.
• Health, Safety & Environment (HSE) – Enforce strict compliance with safety standards, including lockout / tagout (LOTO), hazardous material handling, and fire safety protocols. Conduct regular safety audits, risk assessments, and emergency response drills. Manage waste disposal and emissions control in compliance with environmental regulations (e.g., VOC limits).
• Team Management & Development – Lead and mentor a team of operators, inspectors, and line leaders. Develop skills matrix and training plans for cross-functional and cross-shift capability building. Conduct performance appraisals, absentee management, and conflict resolution. Foster a high-performance culture with accountability, recognition, and continuous improvement.
• Continuous Improvement – Drive Lean Manufacturing principles such as Kaizen, 5S, Standard Work, and Kanban within the Powertrain shop. Participate in and lead Six Sigma projects aimed at reducing rework, material waste, and cycle time. Analyze daily KPIs and use data to identify trends, variances, and improvement opportunities.
• Documentation & Compliance – Maintain accurate records for process parameters, quality checks, shift reports, OEE, and downtime logs. Ensure process compliance with IATF 16949, ISO 9001, ISO 14001, and local regulatory frameworks. Prepare for and support internal and external audits (e.g., customer audits, ISO / TS audits).

Skills

Minimum Qualifications

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