What are the responsibilities and job description for the BU INDUSTRIAL AUTOMATION MANAGER - BATTERY position at OPmobility?
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Ready to take on meaningful challenges and shape the next generation of mobility?
Joining OPmobility means stepping into a global group with a purpose to keep people and goods moving safely, smarter, and sustainably everywhere.
Contract Details :
Job Title : Industrial Manager Batteries
Type of contract : Long-term At-will
Location : Troy, MI
Scope : Americas Region
Responsibilities :
Management of the Industrial team or creation of the team as business ramps up
Drive continuous improvement, new technology, technical modifications in closed collaboration with Operation.
Drive industrialization of new project including, new building, utilities management
Responsible of the Capex budget
Prepare team to seamlessly launch process, including placing MD in facility on permanent basis
Elaborate Industrial Road map and ensure action plans are followed.
Lead new building, extension and all technical items needed for the business development.
Lead all technical items needed for the Operation Improvement
Ensures Industrialization of new project with team in order to respect Cost, Timing and quality target.
Ensure that equipment is fully respected the safety rules
Team to spend 50% of time in Plant
Propose and follow technical improvement in operation (KGP).
Define with operation Improvement Road map on a yearly basis.
Ensure support to production into improvement plan realization.
Ensure support to production during ramp up phase of new project.
Responsible to build a team as per business needs, supervise and develop direct reports.
Plan to organically grow automation, welding and EOL test expertise related to battery pack line
Leads objective setting and assessment process of his/her team.
Must comply with all rules, policies and procedures.
Must comply with all safety rules and regulations.
Coordinate Lean Manufacturing training and activities.
Ensure and Coordinate with operation training of the technical people into the plant
As member of the industrial team: Facilitate inter-plant and department communication and training to ensure cross plant transfer of experience and information.
Capitalizes learnings and fosters exchanges on identified best practices.
Actively participate in Continuous improvement and corrective action activities.
corrective action activities through participation (lead by example) and training of the workforce
Responsible to lead the Sustainability and Carbon neutrality activities, road map definition and action plan necessary.
Ensure that Machine, building, equipment is fully compliant to safety rules.
Ensure that safety training is organized regarding machine and equipment.
Build and Follow Yearly capex budget.
Responsible for the operational cost and Capex budget in his/her scope
Ideal Candidate Profile :
Bachelor or equivalent major in Engineering or Business
Strong experience in the management of industrial projects
Minimum 7 years of industrial experience
At OPmobility, people truly matter. We are committed to building inclusive teams, promoting diversity and equality, and ensuring that every application is considered fairly - because the future of mobility is built by diverse perspectives, bold ideas, and people who dare to move forward.
Innovation is therefore not a buzzword, but a natural part of everyday work. You’ll grow in an international environment where cutting-edge technologies, industrial excellence, and real-world impact come together to tackle the challenges of tomorrow’s automotive industry.
Founded in 1946 by Pierre Burelle, OPmobility, known until 2024 as Plastic Omnium, has transformed itself into a player in sustainable and connected mobility. Today, OPmobility develops technological solutions across four areas of expertise: exterior and lighting systems, the integration of complex modules, technologies related to energy storage, hydrogen and electrification, and a division dedicated to the development of embedded software and digital solutions.
With €11.5 billion in revenue in 2025, 152 factories, 40 R&D centers, and nearly 38,100 employees across 28 countries, OPmobility combines global scale with local impact. All driven by a shared ambition to accelerate the automotive energy transition.
Date: Jul 21, 2026
Location:
Troy-Michigan, MI, US, 48098
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Job Requisition ID: 390525
Ready to take on meaningful challenges and shape the next generation of mobility?
Joining OPmobility means stepping into a global group with a purpose to keep people and goods moving safely, smarter, and sustainably everywhere.
Contract Details :
Job Title : Industrial Manager Batteries
Type of contract : Long-term At-will
Location : Troy, MI
Scope : Americas Region
Responsibilities :
Management of the Industrial team or creation of the team as business ramps up
Drive continuous improvement, new technology, technical modifications in closed collaboration with Operation.
Drive industrialization of new project including, new building, utilities management
Responsible of the Capex budget
Prepare team to seamlessly launch process, including placing MD in facility on permanent basis
Elaborate Industrial Road map and ensure action plans are followed.
Lead new building, extension and all technical items needed for the business development.
Lead all technical items needed for the Operation Improvement
Ensures Industrialization of new project with team in order to respect Cost, Timing and quality target.
Ensure that equipment is fully respected the safety rules
Team to spend 50% of time in Plant
Propose and follow technical improvement in operation (KGP).
Define with operation Improvement Road map on a yearly basis.
Ensure support to production into improvement plan realization.
Ensure support to production during ramp up phase of new project.
Responsible to build a team as per business needs, supervise and develop direct reports.
Plan to organically grow automation, welding and EOL test expertise related to battery pack line
Leads objective setting and assessment process of his/her team.
Must comply with all rules, policies and procedures.
Must comply with all safety rules and regulations.
Coordinate Lean Manufacturing training and activities.
Ensure and Coordinate with operation training of the technical people into the plant
As member of the industrial team: Facilitate inter-plant and department communication and training to ensure cross plant transfer of experience and information.
Capitalizes learnings and fosters exchanges on identified best practices.
Actively participate in Continuous improvement and corrective action activities.
corrective action activities through participation (lead by example) and training of the workforce
Responsible to lead the Sustainability and Carbon neutrality activities, road map definition and action plan necessary.
Ensure that Machine, building, equipment is fully compliant to safety rules.
Ensure that safety training is organized regarding machine and equipment.
Build and Follow Yearly capex budget.
Responsible for the operational cost and Capex budget in his/her scope
Ideal Candidate Profile :
Bachelor or equivalent major in Engineering or Business
Strong experience in the management of industrial projects
Minimum 7 years of industrial experience
At OPmobility, people truly matter. We are committed to building inclusive teams, promoting diversity and equality, and ensuring that every application is considered fairly - because the future of mobility is built by diverse perspectives, bold ideas, and people who dare to move forward.
Innovation is therefore not a buzzword, but a natural part of everyday work. You’ll grow in an international environment where cutting-edge technologies, industrial excellence, and real-world impact come together to tackle the challenges of tomorrow’s automotive industry.
Founded in 1946 by Pierre Burelle, OPmobility, known until 2024 as Plastic Omnium, has transformed itself into a player in sustainable and connected mobility. Today, OPmobility develops technological solutions across four areas of expertise: exterior and lighting systems, the integration of complex modules, technologies related to energy storage, hydrogen and electrification, and a division dedicated to the development of embedded software and digital solutions.
With €11.5 billion in revenue in 2025, 152 factories, 40 R&D centers, and nearly 38,100 employees across 28 countries, OPmobility combines global scale with local impact. All driven by a shared ambition to accelerate the automotive energy transition.
Date: Jul 21, 2026
Location:
Troy-Michigan, MI, US, 48098
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Job Requisition ID: 390525