Battery Technician
Forge Nano, Inc.
Date: 2 weeks ago
City: Thornton, CO
Contract type: Full time
The majority of this position will be performed on-site. However, no
relocation monies are available for this position.
Summary
Forge Nano Inc, a fast-growing materials company with a focus on
manufacturing nano-scale coatings across a wide range of markets including
lithium-ion batteries. The Battery Technician role involves work in the
operation, evaluation and improvement of processes, equipment and methods
pertaining to the evaluation of materials for lithium-ion batteries. This work
involves supporting the Battery Fabrication Laboratory with day-to-day
operations. It requires application of the principles and practices of general
chemistry and electrochemical concepts as well as engineering and materials
science disciplines.
Essential Functions And Responsibilities
Obtain a basic understanding of battery materials and methodologies.
Become familiar with fundamentals of electrochemical processes.
Battery electrode fabrication and troubleshooting electrode slurries
Become proficient with equipment operation from established SOPs and Work
Instructions.
Assist scientists with day-to-day tasks including, inventory, ordering,
waste handling, experiment preparation
Reporting: Occasionally prepare written and verbal reports and participate
in data discussions.
Undergo extensive cross-training in characterization techniques and sensitive
equipment.
Troubleshoot equipment and processes.
Ensure accurate recordkeeping/documentation of standard and experimental
procedures
Maintain a safe work environment by supporting lab organization, equipment
maintenance & general lab upkeep.
Maintain materials and supplies database and manage inventories.
Follow SOPs and EHS guidelines and generate new SOPs.
Identify lab best practices for efficiency gains and process improvements.
Required Education And Experience
BS Chemistry/Engineering/Materials Science
2+ years in a laboratory environment
Proficiency with MS Office Suite
Preferred Skills
1+ years battery R&D experience
Highly organized and able to maintain multiple disparate projects
Experience with gloveboxes and air sensitive materials
Self-motivated
General curiosity beyond prescribed duties
Medical/dental/vision/disability and life insurance, holidays,
PTO, Flexible Spending Account, and 401(k) plan with company match.
Work Environment
Work is carried out in a wet chemical laboratory within a larger production
facility. Employees in this role routinely handle hazardous chemicals and
appropriate PPE must be donned at all times including gloves, eye protection
and lab coats. An employee in this position works in an environment in which
safety, environmental and health concerns may demand constant attention.
Strict adherence to corporate and/or plant policies, rules and regulations
in these areas is required.?
Physical Demands
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be
met by an
employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.
The employee frequently is required to stand; walk; use hands and fingers
to handle or feel; and reach with hands and
arms.??At times, a respirator is required personal
protective equipment to mitigate inhalation hazards. Employees are required to
undertake and pass a respirator medical evaluation and annual respirator fit
te
The employee occasionally will work near moving mechanical parts. The noise
level in the work environment is moderate. While performing the duties of this
job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. Specific vision
abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision,
color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust
focus. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with
Compensation/Benefits
disabilities to perform job functions.
$57K - $67K
Medical/dental/vision/disability and life insurance, paid ho idays,
generous PTO, FSA, HSA (with company contributions) when enrolled in
the HDHP medical plan, 401(k) with company match and additional
voluntary benef
Forge Nano is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will
receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, race, color,
religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status,
age, or any other characteristic protected by law.
relocation monies are available for this position.
Summary
Forge Nano Inc, a fast-growing materials company with a focus on
manufacturing nano-scale coatings across a wide range of markets including
lithium-ion batteries. The Battery Technician role involves work in the
operation, evaluation and improvement of processes, equipment and methods
pertaining to the evaluation of materials for lithium-ion batteries. This work
involves supporting the Battery Fabrication Laboratory with day-to-day
operations. It requires application of the principles and practices of general
chemistry and electrochemical concepts as well as engineering and materials
science disciplines.
Essential Functions And Responsibilities
Obtain a basic understanding of battery materials and methodologies.
Become familiar with fundamentals of electrochemical processes.
Battery electrode fabrication and troubleshooting electrode slurries
Become proficient with equipment operation from established SOPs and Work
Instructions.
Assist scientists with day-to-day tasks including, inventory, ordering,
waste handling, experiment preparation
Reporting: Occasionally prepare written and verbal reports and participate
in data discussions.
Undergo extensive cross-training in characterization techniques and sensitive
equipment.
Troubleshoot equipment and processes.
Ensure accurate recordkeeping/documentation of standard and experimental
procedures
Maintain a safe work environment by supporting lab organization, equipment
maintenance & general lab upkeep.
Maintain materials and supplies database and manage inventories.
Follow SOPs and EHS guidelines and generate new SOPs.
Identify lab best practices for efficiency gains and process improvements.
Required Education And Experience
BS Chemistry/Engineering/Materials Science
2+ years in a laboratory environment
Proficiency with MS Office Suite
Preferred Skills
1+ years battery R&D experience
Highly organized and able to maintain multiple disparate projects
Experience with gloveboxes and air sensitive materials
Self-motivated
General curiosity beyond prescribed duties
Medical/dental/vision/disability and life insurance, holidays,
PTO, Flexible Spending Account, and 401(k) plan with company match.
Work Environment
Work is carried out in a wet chemical laboratory within a larger production
facility. Employees in this role routinely handle hazardous chemicals and
appropriate PPE must be donned at all times including gloves, eye protection
and lab coats. An employee in this position works in an environment in which
safety, environmental and health concerns may demand constant attention.
Strict adherence to corporate and/or plant policies, rules and regulations
in these areas is required.?
Physical Demands
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be
met by an
employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.
The employee frequently is required to stand; walk; use hands and fingers
to handle or feel; and reach with hands and
arms.??At times, a respirator is required personal
protective equipment to mitigate inhalation hazards. Employees are required to
undertake and pass a respirator medical evaluation and annual respirator fit
te
The employee occasionally will work near moving mechanical parts. The noise
level in the work environment is moderate. While performing the duties of this
job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. Specific vision
abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision,
color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust
focus. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with
Compensation/Benefits
disabilities to perform job functions.
$57K - $67K
Medical/dental/vision/disability and life insurance, paid ho idays,
generous PTO, FSA, HSA (with company contributions) when enrolled in
the HDHP medical plan, 401(k) with company match and additional
voluntary benef
Forge Nano is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will
receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, race, color,
religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status,
age, or any other characteristic protected by law.
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