Program Coordinator - GID

AESC is looking to add a Program Coordinator to our team in Santa Clara, CA.

• Full-Time
• Hybrid

AESC is a global leader in the development and manufacturing of high-performance batteries for electric vehicles and energy storage systems. The company's leading-edge technology and reliability are enabling and accelerating the transition to clean energy solutions. Through rapid expansion, AESC batteries will soon power more than 1,000,000 electric vehicles for the world's top automakers. AESC is headquartered in Japan and has battery manufacturing locations in Japan, China, UK, France, Spain, and the U.S.

Our mission is to solve the challenges for a sustainable future. Together, we can make a meaningful impact.

As part of our strategic expansion, we are seeking a highly motivated, organized and skilled "Program Coordinator" to support development of a critical standardization program within the Global Engineering Center of Excellence team.

The Program Coordinator will play a pivotal role in supporting the end-to-end processes of developing a comprehensive program for our second product development. This role requires a blend of technical knowledge, program management skills, and a solution-oriented mindset to ensure the successful delivery of the program from conceptualization to execution.

• As a program coordinator lead the planning, development, and execution of multi cross functional projects/programs
• Work closely with internal teams, including Industrial Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Operations, and Supply Chain, Project Planning, and to ensure program objectives align with the company's strategic goals and operational capabilities.
• Coordinate cross-functional teams' collaboration to ensure timely and within-budget delivery of program milestones.
• Develop detailed execution plans, including scope, timelines, resource allocation, and budget management
• Identify, assess, and mitigate progress bottlenecks and support resolution identification and successful implementation throughout the program lifecycle.
• Foster a culture of continuous improvement by implementing feedback mechanisms and best practices into program development processes.
• In collaboration with technical SME support managing and supporting compliance with industry standards, environmental regulations, and company policies.
• Provide regular updates to the Engineering Center of Excellence Director and other stakeholders on program progress, challenges, and outcomes.

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Project Management, Data Analytics or a related field. A Master's degree is preferred.
• Proven experience (minimum 5 years) in program or project management, preferably in high-tech or manufacturing sectors, with a track record of developing and executing programs
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making capabilities.
• Excellent collaboration management skills, with the ability to inspire and motivate cross-functional teams.
• Results-focused and solution-oriented mindset, with a high level of initiative and accountability.
• Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills, capable of working effectively with all levels of the organization.
• Embrace an organized and result focused approach in the programs
• Proficiency in program management software and tools and progress reporting
• Familiarity with manufacturing processes, facility infrastructure, and battery technology is highly desirable.
• Extensive experience with Power BI is PLUS.
• Understands and follows all standards of IATF16949 and VDA 6.3 quality standards. (training and awareness will be provided for those who are not familiar with these standards)
• Understands and follows all standards of ISO14001 environmental standards. (training and awareness will be provided for those who are not familiar with these standards)

Welcome to AESC, where you'll have the opportunity to tackle the world's most fascinating challenges alongside exceptionally talented individuals who are driven to make a difference. We strive to ensure that our employees are well taken care of, enabling them to focus on their work and contribute to our collective mission.

We offer:

• Comprehensive compensation packages including a competitive salary and a rewarding bonus program.
• An inclusive and diverse work environment that fosters and encourages professional and personal development.
• Highly automated, clean, safe, and temperature-controlled production environment
• Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance
• HSA and Flexible Spending Accounts
• 401K with company match
• Life Insurance (Company paid and additional voluntary life available)
• Paid Vacation and 14 Paid Holidays
• Short term and long-term disability coverage (Company Paid)
• Tuition reimbursement

Even if you don't meet every requirement, we encourage you to apply. Your application allows us to learn more about you and find potential fits within our team. We strive to respond to all applicants promptly, though times may vary with submission volume. If you don't receive an immediate response, it doesn't reflect on your candidacy; we'll keep your application for future opportunities. Thank you for your patience and enthusiasm as we improve our application process.

At AESC, we are committed to providing Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) to all individuals. We participate in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S Join us in our passion to design, manufacture, and sell high-performance products, contributing to a sustainable and zero-carbon emission future.

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable otherwise qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential job functions.

• Ability to sit for extended periods of time.
• Ability to read, write, speak, hear; stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach and lift with hands and arms frequently throughout the day.
• Required to occasionally lift, push, pull and/or move up to 10 pounds and occasionally required to lift, push, pull and/or move up to 35 pounds.

The work environment is primarily an automated manufacturing plant with a concrete floor and is characterized by some temperature extremes, moderate noise, and forklift traffic. The individual must be able to perform all essential functions as appropriate on the plant floor, in meetings, and with employees, management, customers and suppliers.

Candidate must perform the essential duties and responsibilities with or without reasonable accommodation efficiently and accurately, and without causing significant safety threat to self or others. The statements made herein are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees assigned to this job classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive and inclusive list of all responsibilities, duties, and/or skills required of personnel so classified.

Hiring is contingent upon successful completion of drug screen and background check. AESC US LLC is a drug-free workplace.