Formation & Testing Technician

EnPower, Inc.•Indianapolis, IN

About The Position

The Formation and Testing Technician runs the formation, aging, and electrical testing of lithium-ion cells at CAMINUS. The role ensures every cell meets quality and safety specifications before it moves to module assembly or shipment. The technician loads, monitors, tests, sorts, and records cell production, performs basic equipment checks and troubleshooting, follows lithium-ion safety procedures, and supports process engineering and continuous-improvement activities.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
Ability to handle parts carefully to avoid damage, scratches, or recontamination.
Ability to follow written work instructions and procedures, checklists, and verbal directions.
Ability to work proficiently with a computer and perform data entry.
Ability to work effectively independently and as part of a team.
Ability to stand and walk for extended periods during the work shift.
Strong attention to detail and willingness to follow safety and quality procedures strictly.
Ability and willingness to wear required PPE, including gloves, safety glasses, protective clothing, and shoes.
Ability to safely lift and move materials up to 50 pounds, with or without reasonable accommodation.

Nice To Haves

Two or more years in a manufacturing, lab, or test environment.

Responsibilities

Load and unload cells into formation and grading equipment, including cyclers, racks, and trays, following work instructions.
Start, monitor, and close formation, charge/discharge, capacity grading, and aging cycles; respond to alarms and equipment faults.
Run electrical tests, including open-circuit voltage (OCV), AC internal resistance (ACIR), DC internal resistance (DCIR), and self-discharge checks.
Sort and bin cells by test results; segregate and tag non-conforming or suspect cells.
Record test data in the MES and production logs; flag trends or out-of-spec results to engineering and quality.
Perform basic equipment checks, calibration verification, cleaning, and first-level troubleshooting; escalate issues to maintenance.
Follow lithium-ion safety procedures, including handling damaged cells, thermal events, and hazardous materials.
Support process engineers with trials, new product introduction, and root-cause investigations.
Keep the work area organized using 5S and contribute to continuous-improvement efforts.
Complete shift handoffs with clear notes on equipment status, open issues, and production counts.