Who are we?
At Mangrove Lithium, we're revolutionizing battery materials with our cutting-edge electrochemical lithium refining platform, producing cost-effective and sustainable battery-grade lithium from diverse sources. Having recently secured C$50M from new and existing investors, including Bill Gates’ Breakthrough Energy Ventures, BMW i Ventures, BDC Capital, and Mitsubishi, we are in the process of building North America's first electrochemical lithium refining plant in Delta, BC. Join us in revolutionizing the lithium supply chain with our groundbreaking technology!

Description
The Production Manager will lead the Plant Operations and Quality Assurance teams in their mandate to commission and bring online Mangrove’s first commercial lithium refinery in Delta, BC. The Production Manager reports to the Director of Operations and will work closely with their teams, as well as with Maintenance and Engineering divisions to transition Mangrove’s plant operations from pilot scale to the successful deployment of this commercial production facility. This is an opportunity for a highly motivated individual to take on the challenge of integrating this novel technology into the lithium-refining process on an industrial scale.

Responsibilities

• Achieve production targets and customer deliveries on time and on budget
• Expand the Plant Operations and QA teams to support commercial operations
• Develop training programs and operating procedures for the Production division
• Support the development of a QA/QC program spanning the full process flow, with an emphasis on consistent, high product quality
• Ensure operations are compliant with all appropriate regulatory requirements
• Achieve and maintain high standards of safety and performance for the team and facility
• Collaborate with Engineering and Maintenance divisions to optimize plant operations
• Manage and support Plant Operators and QA Lead
• Participate in budgetary planning for the production facility
• Responsible for reporting on KPIs to facility stakeholders
• Cultivate and foster a supportive and inclusive work-culture within the Production division

Requirements

• Bachelors degree in Chemistry, Engineering or Physics or a related field
• 5-10 years of leadership experience in a commercial production setting, preferably in mineral-processing or a mining-related field
• Strong attention to detail and ability to develop operational protocols
• Data-driven decision making is central to your management style
• Excellent communication and leadership skills
• Enthusiastic about new technologies and familiar with their industrial integration
• Experience in commissioning a chemical plant or an industrial-scale first-of-a-kind facility
• Previous experience in electrochemistry or lithium processing are strong assets
  

Why Mangrove?
At Mangrove Lithium, our people are at the core of our groundbreaking technology. Here’s why you should join our team:

Competitive Salary: We believe in pay equity, fairness and transparency, and offer competitive salaries that reflect your skills, experience, and contributions. The range for this role is $100K - $140K.

Great Benefits: Enjoy a comprehensive benefits package, including a $500/year Personal Spending Account and an Employee Family Assistance Program to support your well-being.

A Learning Organization: We are committed to your professional and career development, providing ample opportunities for learning and growth.

Generous Time Off: Start with three weeks of vacation and an additional week of paid personal days to ensure you have the work-life balance you deserve.

Join us at Mangrove Lithium and be part of a team that’s driving innovation and sustainability in the battery materials industry. Together, we can power a cleaner, greener future.