Battery Manufacturing Technician
About The Position
CRG Defense is expanding its battery production capabilities and is seeking a technician to support its transition from R&D to production. As a manufacturing technician, you will work on next-generation battery cells to support the challenging performance demands of our warfighters. You will leverage your experience to work with our engineering team to operate cell assembly equipment, build production orders, and participate in cell testing. You will work closely with engineering and quality teams to ensure process repeatability, safety, and continuous improvement. This position requires a high level of independent thought and execution combined with good communication and collaboration skills.
Requirements
- Exclusive US citizenship
- Ability to obtain and maintain a Secret security clearance
- High school diploma or equivalent
- Minimum 5 years industry experience in a manufacturing environment preferred or 3 years in battery manufacturing
Nice To Haves
- At least 5 years of experience in a manufacturing environment
Responsibilities
- Follow work instructions for assembly of battery cells, operation of semi-automated pouch cell assembly pilot line, testing of battery cells, additive manufacturing equipment, and general assembly
- Prepare chemical solutions and mixtures
- Make and report detailed observations from the work described above
- Setup standard test apparatus for cell and/or battery testing
- Help maintain battery cell production and test equipment.
- Troubleshoot process and equipment issues using resources such as engineering drawings, wiring diagrams, technical specifications, and instruction manuals
- Regularly work in a dry room (≤-40°C dew point) environment
- Work with mechanical design and machining staff to produce new tooling and fixtures for battery production equipment
- Contribute to continuous process improvement initiatives
- Commitment to safety protocols and the ability to work in a safe manner
- Execute with a strong attention to detail
- Perform in the dynamic environment of a growing small business by adapting to changing needs
- Communicate and collaborate in a multi-disciplinary, team-oriented environment
- Apply proactive and reactive problem-solving skills: Be a self-starter
- Apply a get-it-done, and get-it-done-right mindset coupled with attention to detail
Benefits
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance
- 5 weeks of annual paid time off
- Paid holidays (federal holiday schedule)
- Family-friendly schedule flexibility
- Health savings account (HSA)
- Flexible savings account (FSA)
- Short- and long-term disability
- Group term life
- Voluntary term life
- 401(k) retirement account with employer match contribution
- Wellness incentive opportunities
- Free coffee and soft drinks in the office
- Social events
- Free parking
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
High school or GED
