Quality Control Technician
About The Position
Solid Power is seeking a day shift electrolyte Quality Control Technician to join our talented team of engineers and scientists working to revolutionize the battery industry through the development of next-generation, all solid-state rechargeable batteries. Solid Power is a dynamic, fast-paced, collaborative and innovative team environment. The preferred candidate will be a skilled chemical technician, with interest and comfort in conducting hands-on testing and experimentation. This role will work in a laboratory environment, with the primary responsibility being the efficient and accurate chemical, physical and mechanical analysis of solid-state battery electrolytes.
Requirements
- Highschool Diploma/GED or Bachelor's degree in chemistry or related field or equivalent combination of education and work experience.
- Minimum of 2 years experience in a manufacturing or analytical laboratory environment desired.
- Hands-on experience working with various analytical tools, particularly BET, PSA, ICP, GC, XRD, FTIR, TGA, DSC, Karl Fischer.
- Experience in inorganic chemistry and/or method development is desirable.
- Rapid learner who thrives in a fast-paced start-up environment.
- Excellent communication and organizational skills.
- Comfort and competence with the responsible, safe handling of hazardous materials and equipment.
- Willingness to work weekends as needed to support business and production needs. Weekend work is not a regular or mandatory part of the schedule, but flexibility is appreciated when business needs arise.
Responsibilities
- Follow and document standard sample preparation testing procedures under the guidance of senior technicians and scientists.
- Assist in more specialized sample preparation and testing, both at Solid Power and in partnership with Solid Power’s contractors and partners.
- Maintain test equipment in clean and proper working conditions, and support manufacturer maintenance and repair as needed.
- Assist with equipment calibration as needed.
- Work closely with engineering and production teams to ensure analytical testing procedures provide sufficient and timely feedback.
- Assist in writing SOPs, contribute to technical reports, specification setting, CTQ determination, and deliver other requested technical data as required.
Benefits
- medical/dental/vision insurance
- employer paid Life/AD&D/STD/LTD insurance
- 401k with company match
- paid holidays
- generous PTO
- up to six (6) weeks paid FMLA leave
- cell phone reimbursement
- eligibility to participate in our equity plan
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
