Head of Operations and Cell Production

At SOLiTHOR’s Centre of Excellence for SOLID-STATE rechargeable Lithium battery technology.

Who we are

SOLiTHOR is a recently created high tech company which is utilising 10 years of research and the facilities of imec, the prestigious Belgian R&D institute in nanoelectronics and digital technologies.

Building on this unique and patented research, SOLiTHOR aims to develop and commercialise the next generation solid-state lithium batteries for the electromobility sector. Our mission is to scale up our solid-state battery technology and apply it to electric vehicles – in the air, on land and sea.

To strengthen our growing team of engineers and technologists, we are looking for a motivated and talented Head of Operations and Cell Production.

Main responsibilities

• Collaborate with the management team, playing a crucial role in the operational marketing of our product and achieving the operational and strategic business objectives
• Draft and implement all technical operating procedures
• Develop and translate the production strategies into actionable goals for performance and growth in order to help  implement organisational goals settings
• Write and submit reports effectively on production status, issues and changes
• Manage Quality Control and Assurance
• Further develop and implement Health and Safety policies with a view to initially manage such policies

• Master’s degree in Electrical/Electronic or Mechanical Engineering
• 7+ years experience as head of operations in the battery, pharma or food industry
• Proven track record in HQSE
• Fluent in English, knowledge of Dutch would be a plus

Other considerations

• Results-driven and able to deliver quality output within tight deadlines
• The ability to thrive in a start-up and ambitious environment where teamwork is key
• Strong analytical mind, with a comprehensive understanding of the relationships between processes, material and interface characteristics and the performance of those materials in the battery device
• Strong communication and people skills
• Flexible and able to respond to rapidly changing (technological/technical) circumstances
• Based in Belgium or willing to relocate
• Ready to work and collaborate with clients and partners worldwide

The opportunity

We offer you the opportunity to develop the next generation solid-state lithium batteries in a challenging environment. In doing so, you will take on a crucial role within our talented, passionate and multicultural team. You will have the opportunity to help build a company that will have a major global social impact.

SOLiTHOR offers you not only access to top-class equipment and laboratory facilities, but also a competitive salary package with the following benefits:

•  Contract of indeterminate duration (40h/week, 12 additional holidays)
•  Fully electric car + charging budget
•  Meal vouchers worth €8/working day
•  Hospitalisation insurance
•  Group insurance
•  Home office compensation
•  Stock options

Location

Initially, you will be based at Energyville in Genk, where you will be surrounded by like-minded, inspiring people. SOLiTHOR will move to its new premises, near Hasselt in August 2023.