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Job Description: Human Resources Specialist
Job Number #2020-01
Company Description
LAVLE USA, Inc. (LAVLE) is a supplier and developer of battery modules for the defense, oil and gas, renewable energy, rail and marine transportation markets using LAVLE’s advanced Battery Management System (BMS) and making use of next generation battery cells, such as lithium metal anode batteries and solid electrolyte batteries, from the Japanese battery technology company 3DOM Inc. LAVLE’s next generation energy storage technology is creating possibilities for new applications with safe, reliable electrification solutions for use in many sectors that have been limited by the capacities of energy storage technology. Centrally located near the Port of Skagit in Burlington, Washington, LAVLE is committed to providing solutions that preserve our environment. EOE/M/F/D/V/SO
Description
LAVLE is seeking a full-time Human Resources Specialist. This position will report directly to the General Counsel who also serves as the company’s Human Resources Director.
Essential Functions
Daily duties include:
- Preparing or updating employment records related to hiring, transferring, promoting, and terminating employees;
- Explaining human resources policies, procedures, laws, and standards to new and existing employees;
- Ensuring new hire paperwork is completed and processed;
- Informing job applicants of job duties, responsibilities, benefits, schedules, working conditions, promotion opportunities, etc.;
- Addressing any employment relations issues, such as work complaints and harassment allegations;
- Processing all personnel action forms and ensuring proper approval;
- Overseeing hiring process, which includes coordinating job posts, reviewing resumes, and performing reference checks.
HR Specialist Roles
The HR Specialist may also be called upon to focus their efforts on one of the following areas of HR:
- Workforce Planning and Employment
- Implementing the organization’s recruiting strategy
- Interviewing applicants
- Administering pre-employment tests
- Assisting with completing background investigations
- Processing transfers, promotions, and terminations
- HR Development
- Conducting training sessions
- Administering on-the-job training programs
- Evaluating the effectiveness of training programs
- Maintaining records of employee participation in all training and development programs
- HR Technical Performance
- Analyzing job duties
- Writing job descriptions
- Performing job evaluations and job analyses
- Conducting and analyzing compensation surveys
- Employee and Labor Relations
- Assisting with processing employee complaints, internal investigations
- Overseeing engagement programs and other employee relations work
- Risk Management Assistance
- Developing and administering health and safety programs
- Conducting safety inspections
- Maintaining accident records
- Preparing government reports as to remain in compliance
Requirements, Knowledge Skills and Abilities
- Education: Bachelor’s degree in human resources, business management, or a related field.
- Professional Certification Options for HR Specialists: SHRM-CP, SHRM-SCP or HRCI equivalent preferred.
- Experience: At least two (2) years of relevant experience.
- A strong desire to learn technical aspects of the energy storage business and work with an executive team to achieve corporate objectives.
- Strong negotiation skills.
- Excellent organizational skills, including prioritizing, scheduling, time management, record management, and meeting deadlines.
- Excellent Microsoft Office skills, including MS Project.
- Superior verbal and written communications skills are a must, as well as the ability to work effectively with teams, including project managers and executive team.
How to Apply
Please send cover letter, resume and references to: HR@lavle.com. Applicants are required to complete a LAVLE employment application as a condition of employment.
Job Description: Product Manager, Power Generation
Job Number # 2020-04
LAVLE USA, Inc (LAVLE) is a supplier and developer of battery modules for the defense, oil and gas, renewable energy, rail and marine transportation markets using LAVLE’s advanced Battery Management System (BMS) and making use of next generation battery cells, such as lithium metal anode batteries and solid electrolyte batteries, from the Japanese battery technology company 3DOM Inc. LAVLE’s next generation energy storage technology is creating possibilities for new applications with safe, reliable electrification solutions for use in many sectors that have been limited by the capacities of energy storage technology. Centrally located near the Port of Skagit in Burlington, Washington, LAVLE is committed to providing solutions that preserve our environment. For more information, visit lavle.com.
Description
LAVLE is seeking a full-time Product Manager, Power Generation. This position will report directly to the COO.
Essential Functions
- Work with the LAVLE senior management team to define the Product Strategy and Roadmap for Power Generation solutions, incl. but not limited to Gensets, Fuel Cells, Solar, Wind etc.
- Create and seek out new products and solutions for Power Generation and introduce these solutions to the market in cooperation with the Sales Team
- Together with Sales Team, responsible for budgets for Power Generation products and systems
- Act as the Power Generation expert for LAVLE and utilize that expertise to build LAVLE’s brand and train LAVLE colleagues in Power Distribution technologies
- Manage the Product Lifecycle from cradle to grave
- Gather market requirements and prioritize solutions according to Roadmap
- Support Marketing and Sales to develop sales tools, sales material and proposals
- Build and manage a Power Generation team, as necessary to deliver high quality solutions to the market
- Provide articles, white papers or other material suited for PR events and Social Media promotion
- Act as a leader within the company
Knowledge Skills and Abilities
- Ability to exercise independent judgement in the performance of duties
- Self-driven with enthusiasm and commitment to get the job done
(organizational skills, prioritizing, scheduling, time and record management) - Willingness to travel as much as required (incl. internationally)
- Technical and/or commercial experience with engines, gensets, switchboards or similar
- Experience with marine approval requirements, military requirements, oil & gas requirements
- Superior verbal and written communications skills are a must, as well as the ability to work effectively with colleagues, teams and executive team
Minimum Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree within relevant field (e.g. electrical, mechanical, automation)
- 10 years’ work experience from similar position or relevant industry (e.g. engine manufacturers, genset packagers, renewable power, electrical power generation) – preferably a mix of technical and commercial experience
- Excellent computer skills (MS office, product specific SW etc.)
- Valid driver’s license and passport (or ability to obtain passport)
- Ability and knowledge to work safely around electrical equipment at all voltage levels
Note: This job description is not all-inclusive and other duties and responsibilities may be assigned as necessary. In keeping with our corporate culture, all employees are expected to do “whatever it takes” to get the job done.
Equal Opportunity Employer. LAVLE is an equal opportunity employer, using employment practices in accordance with applicable federal and state law. LAVLE does not discriminate based on an applicant’s or employee’s legally protected class, such as race, religion, sex and other categories of protected classes which might be applicable under law.
Drug Free Workplace. LAVLE is a drug-free workplace and reserves the right to test employees for illegal drugs at any time, at random with or without reasonable suspicion. LAVLE’s drug policy is intended to preserve the safety of the workplace, comply with those federal standards applicable to federal contractors and is subject to change without notice or consent of employees in order to meet these objectives. Additionally, applicants for employment might be asked to submit to a drug test as a condition of employment.
USA Eligible. Candidates must be eligible to lawfully work in the USA prior to starting employment.
How to Apply
Please send cover letter and resume to: HR@lavle.com
Job Description: Product Manager, Rail
Job Number # 2020-03
LAVLE USA, Inc (LAVLE) is a supplier and developer of battery modules for the defense, oil and gas, renewable energy, rail and marine transportation markets using LAVLE’s advanced Battery Management System (BMS) and making use of next generation battery cells, such as lithium metal anode batteries and solid electrolyte batteries, from the Japanese battery technology company 3DOM Inc. LAVLE’s next generation energy storage technology is creating possibilities for new applications with safe, reliable electrification solutions for use in many sectors that have been limited by the capacities of energy storage technology. Centrally located near the Port of Skagit in Burlington, Washington, LAVLE is committed to providing solutions that preserve our environment. For more information, visit lavle.com.
Description
LAVLE is seeking a full-time Product Manager, Rail. This position will report directly to the COO.
Essential Functions
- Work with the LAVLE senior management team to define the Product Strategy and Roadmap for the Rail market
- Create and seek out new Energy Storage and Electrification Solutions for the Rail market and introduce these solutions to the market in cooperation with the Sales Team
- Together with Sales Team, responsible for budgets for Rail market
- Act as the Rail Technology Expert for LAVLE and utilize that expertise to build LAVLE’s brand within the Rail Market and train LAVLE colleagues in Rail Technologies
- Manage the Product Lifecycle from cradle to grave
- Gather market requirements and prioritize solutions according to Roadmap
- Support Marketing and Sales to develop sales tools, sales material and proposals
- Build and manage a Rail team, as necessary to deliver high quality solutions to the market
- Provide articles, white papers or other material suited for PR events and Social Media promotion
- Act as a leader within the company
Knowledge Skills and Abilities
- Ability to exercise independent judgement in the performance of duties
- Self-driven with enthusiasm and commitment to get the job done
(organizational skills, prioritizing, scheduling, time and record management) - Willingness to travel as much as required (incl. internationally)
- Technical and/or commercial experience from the rail market
- Superior verbal and written communications skills are a must, as well as the ability to work effectively with colleagues, teams and executive team
Minimum Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree within relevant field (e.g. electrical, mechanical, automation)
- 10 years’ work experience from similar position or relevant industry (e.g. rail company, locomotive manufacturer, equipment manufacturer for rail market etc.) - preferably a mix of technical and commercial experience
- Excellent computer skills (MS office, product specific SW etc.)
- Valid driver’s license and passport (or ability to obtain passport)
- Ability and knowledge to work safely around electrical equipment at all voltage levels
Note: This job description is not all-inclusive and other duties and responsibilities may be assigned as necessary. In keeping with our corporate culture, all employees are expected to do “whatever it takes” to get the job done.
Equal Opportunity Employer. LAVLE is an equal opportunity employer, using employment practices in accordance with applicable federal and state law. LAVLE does not discriminate based on an applicant’s or employee’s legally protected class, such as race, religion, sex and other categories of protected classes which might be applicable under law.
Drug Free Workplace. LAVLE is a drug-free workplace and reserves the right to test employees for illegal drugs at any time, at random with or without reasonable suspicion. LAVLE’s drug policy is intended to preserve the safety of the workplace, comply with those federal standards applicable to federal contractors and is subject to change without notice or consent of employees in order to meet these objectives. Additionally, applicants for employment might be asked to submit to a drug test as a condition of employment.
USA Eligible. Candidates must be eligible to lawfully work in the USA prior to starting employment.
How to Apply
Please send cover letter and resume to: HR@lavle.com
Job Description: Product Manager, Power Distribution
Job Number # 2020-05
LAVLE USA, Inc (LAVLE) is a supplier and developer of battery modules for the defense, oil and gas, renewable energy, rail and marine transportation markets using LAVLE’s advanced Battery Management System (BMS) and making use of next generation battery cells, such as lithium metal anode batteries and solid electrolyte batteries, from the Japanese battery technology company 3DOM Inc. LAVLE’s next generation energy storage technology is creating possibilities for new applications with safe, reliable electrification solutions for use in many sectors that have been limited by the capacities of energy storage technology. Centrally located near the Port of Skagit in Burlington, Washington, LAVLE is committed to providing solutions that preserve our environment. For more information, visit lavle.com.
Description
LAVLE is seeking a full-time Product Manager, Power Distribution. This position will report directly to the COO.
Essential Functions
- Work with the LAVLE senior management team to define the Product Strategy and Roadmap for Power Distribution solutions, incl. but not limited to Switchboards, Power Management, Protections, Breakers, Shore Power Systems, Electric Motors etc.
- Create and seek out new products and solutions for Power Distribution and introduce these solutions to the market in cooperation with the Sales Team
- Together with Sales Team, responsible for budgets for Power Distribution products and systems
- Act as the Power Distribution expert for LAVLE and utilize that expertise to build LAVLE’s brand and train LAVLE colleagues in Power Distribution technologies
- Manage the Product Lifecycle from cradle to grave
- Gather market requirements and prioritize solutions according to Roadmap
- Support Marketing and Sales to develop sales tools, sales material and proposals
- Build and manage a Power Distribution team, as necessary to deliver high quality solutions to the market
- Provide articles, white papers or other material suited for PR events and Social Media promotion
- Act as a leader within the company
Knowledge Skills and Abilities
- Ability to exercise independent judgement in the performance of duties
- Self-driven with enthusiasm and commitment to get the job done
(organizational skills, prioritizing, scheduling, time and record management) - Willingness to travel as much as required (incl. internationally)
- Technical and/or commercial experience with switchboards and controls from marine or critical applications
- Experience with marine approval requirements, military requirements, oil & gas requirements
- Superior verbal and written communications skills are a must, as well as the ability to work effectively with colleagues, teams and executive team
Minimum Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree within relevant field (e.g. electrical, mechanical, automation)
- 10 years’ work experience from similar position or relevant industry (e.g. controls, protection, electrical power generation) – preferably a mix of technical and commercial experience
- Excellent computer skills (MS office, product specific SW etc.)
- Valid driver’s license and passport (or ability to obtain passport)
- Ability and knowledge to work safely around electrical equipment at all voltage levels
Note: This job description is not all-inclusive and other duties and responsibilities may be assigned as necessary. In keeping with our corporate culture, all employees are expected to do “whatever it takes” to get the job done.
Equal Opportunity Employer. LAVLE is an equal opportunity employer, using employment practices in accordance with applicable federal and state law. LAVLE does not discriminate based on an applicant’s or employee’s legally protected class, such as race, religion, sex and other categories of protected classes which might be applicable under law.
Drug Free Workplace. LAVLE is a drug-free workplace and reserves the right to test employees for illegal drugs at any time, at random with or without reasonable suspicion. LAVLE’s drug policy is intended to preserve the safety of the workplace, comply with those federal standards applicable to federal contractors and is subject to change without notice or consent of employees in order to meet these objectives. Additionally, applicants for employment might be asked to submit to a drug test as a condition of employment.
USA Eligible. Candidates must be eligible to lawfully work in the USA prior to starting employment.
How to Apply
Please send cover letter and resume to: HR@lavle.com
Job Description: Product Manager, Digital Solutions
Job Number # 2020-06
LAVLE USA, Inc (LAVLE) is a supplier and developer of battery modules for the defense, oil and gas, renewable energy, rail and marine transportation markets using LAVLE’s advanced Battery Management System (BMS) and making use of next generation battery cells, such as lithium metal anode batteries and solid electrolyte batteries, from the Japanese battery technology company 3DOM Inc. LAVLE’s next generation energy storage technology is creating possibilities for new applications with safe, reliable electrification solutions for use in many sectors that have been limited by the capacities of energy storage technology. Centrally located near the Port of Skagit in Burlington, Washington, LAVLE is committed to providing solutions that preserve our environment. For more information, visit lavle.com.
Description
LAVLE is seeking a full-time Product Manager, Digital Solutions. This position will report directly to the COO.
Essential Functions
- Work with the LAVLE senior management team to define the Product Strategy and Roadmap for LAVLE’s Digital Solutions (Vessel Management, IoT, AR/VR, SCADA, Autonomous Shipping, Digital Ship, Remote maintenance, Preventive maintenance etc.)
- In cooperation with the R&D team create Digital Solutions and introduce these solutions to the market in cooperation with the Sales Team
- Together with Sales Team, responsible for budgets for Digital Solutions
- Act as the Digital Solutions Expert for LAVLE and utilize that expertise to build and expand LAVLE’s brand within all markets
- Train LAVLE colleagues in Digital Solutions
- Manage the Product Lifecycle from cradle to grave
- Gather market requirements and prioritize solutions according to Roadmap
- Support Marketing and Sales to develop sales tools, sales material and proposals
- Build and manage a Digital Solutions team, as necessary to deliver high quality solutions to the market
- Provide articles, white papers or other material suited for PR events and Social Media promotion
- Act as a leader within the company
Knowledge Skills and Abilities
- Ability to exercise independent judgement in the performance of duties
- Self-driven with enthusiasm and commitment to get the job done
(organizational skills, prioritizing, scheduling, time and record management) - Willingness to travel as much as required (incl. internationally)
- Technical and/or commercial experience from the “Digital” market
- Superior verbal and written communications skills are a must, as well as the ability to work effectively with colleagues, teams and executive team
Minimum Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree within relevant field (e.g. SW programming, SW design, Digitalization etc.)
- 10 years’ work experience similar position or relevant industry - preferably a mix of technical and commercial experience
- Excellent computer skills (MS office, product specific SW etc.)
- Valid driver’s license and passport (or ability to obtain passport)
- Ability and knowledge to work safely around electrical equipment at all voltage levels
Note: This job description is not all-inclusive and other duties and responsibilities may be assigned as necessary. In keeping with our corporate culture, all employees are expected to do “whatever it takes” to get the job done.
Equal Opportunity Employer. LAVLE is an equal opportunity employer, using employment practices in accordance with applicable federal and state law. LAVLE does not discriminate based on an applicant’s or employee’s legally protected class, such as race, religion, sex and other categories of protected classes which might be applicable under law.
Drug Free Workplace. LAVLE is a drug-free workplace and reserves the right to test employees for illegal drugs at any time, at random with or without reasonable suspicion. LAVLE’s drug policy is intended to preserve the safety of the workplace, comply with those federal standards applicable to federal contractors and is subject to change without notice or consent of employees in order to meet these objectives. Additionally, applicants for employment might be asked to submit to a drug test as a condition of employment.
USA Eligible. Candidates must be eligible to lawfully work in the USA prior to starting employment.
How to Apply
Please send cover letter and resume to: HR@lavle.com