REQ ID: 131623
JOB TITLE: Battery Production Manager
SALARY: £58,548 - £79,212
POSTING START DATE: 30.04.2026
POSTING END DATE: 14.05.2026
LOCATION: Wolverhampton EPMC  

In the Manufacturing team at JLR’s Electric Propulsion Manufacturing Centre (EPMC), you’ll help power iconic electric cars. You will be working alongside incredible technicians and leaders to drive our commitment to shape a future we truly believe in, together. Use your expertise, cutting-edge technology, and problem-solving skills to ensure efficient, sustainable and high-quality production. Fuel the exceptional.

Step into a role where you help shape the future of mobility. As a Manufacturing Manager in next‑generation automotive propulsion, you’ll lead the teams and technologies driving cleaner, smarter, electrified transportation. If you’re ready to build what moves the world forward, this is your moment.

WHAT TO EXPECT

You’ll take end‑to‑end ownership of battery manufacturing operations, leading large‑scale teams and ensuring safe, efficient, and high‑quality production.

• Lead daily battery manufacturing operations across frame welding, module assembly, cell stacking, and pack assembly
• Develop and inspire large, multi‑shift production teams (250+), driving capability, engagement, and performance
• Champion safety, ensuring full compliance with EHS, environmental, and high‑voltage standards
• Drive continuous improvement using Lean, Six Sigma, and root‑cause analysis to improve yield, throughput, and cost
• Own manufacturing KPIs (SQDCPE) and implement robust action plans to deliver sustained performance
  
  

WHAT YOU'LL NEED

Along with your ambition to achieve the exceptional, there are several skills that you’ll need to have to help you succeed here, including:

• Proven operational leader with experience managing large, multi‑shift manufacturing teams
• Strong capability in production planning, resource allocation, and delivery against safety, quality, cost, and output targets
• Deep experience in continuous improvement, including Lean manufacturing, Six Sigma, and problem‑solving methodologies
• Confident cross‑functional collaborator, able to lead equipment introduction, automation, and process change
• Data‑driven decision‑maker with strong analytical skills and experience using MES, SPC, and digital manufacturing tools
  
  

We work hard to nurture a culture that is inclusive and welcoming to all. We understand candidates may require reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process. Please discuss these with your recruiter so we can accommodate your needs. 

Applicants from all backgrounds are welcome. If you’re unsure that you meet the full criteria of a role – but you're interested in where it could take you – we still encourage you to apply. We believe in people's ability to grow and develop within their role – it’s what makes living the exceptional with soul possible.

JLR is committed to equal opportunity for all.