Production Manager

Cox Automotive

  • Alcester, Warwickshire
  • Permanent
  • Full-time
  • 1 month ago
⚡ Join the EV Revolution – Become Our Battery Production Manager! ⚡📍 Location: Rugby ¦ 🏢 Division: EV Battery SolutionsAre you ready to lead the charge in the future of mobility? At Cox Automotive UK, we’re driving innovation in the automotive industry with cutting-edge Electric Vehicle Battery Solutions. From repair and remanufacture to storage and logistics, we support OEMs in building a cleaner, greener world.We’re on the lookout for a Production Manager with a passion for EV technology and a proven track record in high-voltage battery operations. If you're a hands-on leader who thrives in a fast-paced environment and wants to make a real impact, this is your moment.🔧 What You’ll Be Doing
  • Lead day-to-day operations across battery intake, diagnostics, repair, remanufacture, and shipping.
  • Ensure every battery meets the highest safety and quality standards.
  • Manage resources, inventory, and tooling to keep production running smoothly.
  • Mentor and grow a team of 3–15 battery technicians, fostering a culture of excellence and continuous improvement.
  • Collaborate with H&S, engineering, and customer teams to drive performance and innovation.
  • Track KPIs, report on productivity, and communicate progress with stakeholders.
🧠 What You Bring
  • 5+ years of hands-on experience with high-voltage EV batteries in the automotive sector.
  • SAP-level qualification for electrical systems.
  • Strong knowledge of lithium-ion battery systems and EV architecture.
  • Proven leadership in production environments, with a focus on safety, quality, operational improvements and team development.
  • Exceptional organisational and communication skills.
🌱 Why Join Us?
  • Be part of a pioneering team shaping the future of EV battery lifecycle management.
  • Work in a collaborative, forward-thinking environment.
  • Make a tangible impact on sustainability and innovation in the automotive industry.
Ready to power up your career? Apply now and help us build a better tomorrow.STRICTLY NO AGENCIES PLEASEWe work with a carefully selected set of recruitment partners and are not looking to add to our PSL.We do not accept unsolicited CVs sent to the recruitment team or directly to a hiring manager. We will not be responsible for any fees related to unsolicited submissions.Cox Automotive is the world’s largest automotive service organisation. We
provide dependable solutions that improve performance and profitability
throughout the vehicle lifecycle to manufacturers, fleets, and retailers.
Our businesses are organised around our customers’ core needs across vehicle
solutions, mobility, remarketing, funding, and retail.

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