Are you ready to build America’s clean energy future with the team that will deliver? Form Energy is an American energy technology and manufacturing company. We are pioneering a new class of iron-air batteries to enable our electric grid to run on renewable, reliable, and affordable energy, every day of the year. 

Form Energy has been recognized by TIME as “One of the Best Inventions of 2023” for its battery technology and by MIT Technology Review as a “Top Climate Tech Company to Watch”. We are making rapid progress on our mission of delivering energy storage for a better world, and are growing just as rapidly to meet demand. Our team has more than doubled in size in the past year, and continues to expand every day. We have signed contracts with leading electric utilities across the United States. Pilot production of our iron-air batteries has already begun, and later this year, production will take off to high volumes at our new factory in West Virginia. 

Working for Form Energy is more than just a job, it’s a chance to be part of something extraordinary. And right now might be the most exciting moment in the company’s history to join. We are assembling a team of some of the most talented and motivated individuals across the country. Driven by our core values of humanity, excellence, and creativity, our team is determined to deliver on our mission and transform the energy landscape for the better.

Feeling energized to make a meaningful impact on the world? Then keep reading - you’ve come to the right place.

Role Description

We are looking for a Production Coordinator to support the planning of multiple production lines and supporting Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) needs of the organization.  This is a critical role in ensuring that production operations run smoothly, efficiently, and cost-effectively to meet demand (internal and external) and organizational goals. The successful candidate must possess strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills, as well as a keen attention to detail and the ability to adapt to changing circumstances.

This opportunity is based out of the Greater Pittsburgh Area at Form Energy’s Eighty Four, PA facility.

What you’ll do:

• Manage a daily/weekly and long term production schedule for multiple lines in alignment with program goals to ensure on-time delivery, optimized inventory levels, and equipment utilization and efficiency. 

• Correctly establish and program ERP functionality as production lines transition from development into mass production 

• Promptly inform relevant stakeholders of changes to current or planned production schedules and recommend viable solutions.

• Coordinate production operations in accordance with material, labor, and equipment availability 

• Collaborate with Supply Chain, procurement, and warehousing to align on forecast and ensure material availability. 

• Track inventory movements, reconcile inventory discrepancies, and generate reports on inventory levels, turnover rates, and other key metrics. 

• Analyze inventory position vs. requirements and adjust plans accordingly. 

• Promptly inform relevant stakeholders of changes to current or planned production schedules and recommend viable solutions. 

• Identifying opportunities for process improvements and cost savings in the production process. This includes analyzing data, gathering feedback from stakeholders, and implementing changes to enhance efficiency and productivity.

What you’ll bring:

• Degree in supply chain management, business management or similar field or on the job experience in a production environment 

• 2+ years of industry experience with assembly lines, preferably in a high product variation or start-up environment 

• Strong knowledge of material resource planning (MRP) and ERP software (Oracle preferred).

• Strong analytical and problem solving skills as well as high attention-to-detail 

• Experience in inventory management and inventory reconciliation 

• Strong communication skills both within the team and with external stakeholders. Ability to convey production output in context of larger program goals to the team and other internal stakeholders 

• Proficient in Microsoft, Google, and other software packages 

• Certified in Production and Inventory Management (CPIM) preferred.

• Familiarity with labor routers, bill of materials, work orders, and similar production concepts.

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Humanity is a cornerstone of Form Energy’s culture, and we make sure our compensation and benefits reflect that. Form Energy offers competitive salaries, stock options, and a holistic benefits package to ensure all employees have what they need to thrive while working here. 

When it comes to you and your family’s health, we cover 100% of medical, dental, and vision premiums for full-time employees - and 80% of healthcare premiums for dependents. This starts from day one. We also offer at least 12 weeks of paid leave for new parents (up to 20 weeks for birthing parents), and generous vacation policies to give employees time to recharge when needed. 

To build a clean and equitable energy future, we need everyone at the table. We strive to form a team as diverse as the communities we will serve with our technology, and are committed to maintaining an inclusive environment for all employees. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer, and encourage candidates from all backgrounds to apply to our open jobs.