Electrode Process Technician (AWS - Day Shift) - (3 month temp to perm)

Job Description

Job Description

Amprius develops, designs, and manufactures very high-performance lithium-ion cells for advanced applications. Amprius invented and perfected a 100% silicon anode which enables the highest energy density cell commercially available in the industry.

 

Summary

An Electrode Process Technician will join our Electrode Manufacturing Team of technicians, engineers, and scientists to conduct experiments including material mixings, electrode coating, electrode coating, electrode inspection, cell assembly and cell test. The candidate must be reliable and able to communicate with engineers and supervise the projects as requested.

 

Job Responsibilities

· Operate electrode coating facility to fabricate different cathode and anode electrode formulations.

· Collaborate directly with R&D engineers and scientists to execute complex experiments, ensuring all recipes and formulas are followed with high attention to detail.

· Clearly communicate observations, technical challenges, and project updates to the broader R&D team.

· Meticulously input process data and observations into quality management software to support R&D traceability.

· Use small equipment and hand tools to produce components and battery cells.

· Safely and efficiently operate large-scale coating equipment as well as small hand tools required for component production.

· Perform measure of materials with micrometer, mass scale, digital multi-meter, and caliper to ensure specifications are met.

· Conduct visual inspections to evaluate and categorize electrode defects based on established quality standards.

· Input data into quality management software to support R&D traceability.

· Execute the physical assembly of components into complete, functional battery cells for testing.

· Adhere strictly to safety requirements while working in cleanrooms, dry rooms, or fume hoods, maintaining a clean and organized workspace.

Requirements

· Experience with electrode coating facilities, familiarity with slot-die or roll-to-roll (R2R) systems is highly preferred.

· Proven ability to follow complex, multi-step recipes and chemical formulas with meticulous attention to detail.

· Ability to perform work in cleanroom, dry room, or fume hood that requires the use of fine motor skills for extended periods of time, standing, reaching, and twisting motions with hands.

· Pay attention to details and different recipes and formulas for cell fabrication.

· Adhere to company’s quality and safety requirements. Committed to environmental health and safety.

· Strong work ethic, highly accountable, and good communications skills.

· Clear written and verbal skills to communicate your observations and ideas and collaborate with colleagues to tackle technical challenges.

· Self-motivated to work in a fast-paced, technically stimulating environment and quickly adapt to changes and achieve results.

· Deep commitment to Environmental Health and Safety (EHS) standards and strict adherence to quality management protocols.

Required Education and Experience

· High School Diploma, GED, or equivalent required

· 1 – 3 years of experience as an Equipment Operator or Technician in one of the following industries: Semiconductor, Solar, Battery, Electronics, or Automotive.

· Basic computer skills.

Compensation

· Hourly rate: $26.00 - $36.00

Benefits

Health benefits include medical, dental and vision coverage. Medical options of HMO and PPO plans.

· Employer-funded Health Reimbursement Account (HRA). HSA compatible Medical Plan, FSA Options.

· Pet Health Insurance (dog & cats)

· Traditional and Roth 40l(k) Plans

· Generous vacation leave starts with 3 weeks annual accrual. 10 paid holidays. Sick time off.

· Cell phone reimbursement

 

Amprius Technologies is committed to promoting an equal employment opportunity workplace environment and is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expressions, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability status, genetic information (GINA), protected veteran status, or any characteristic protected by law. The Company’s policy is to recruit, hire, train, promote, and administer all employment-related matters based on an individual’s qualifications, abilities, and efforts without regard to protected status.