Senior Manufacturing Technician | Battery

BETA Technologies•South Burlington, VT

5d•$32 - $42

About The Position

At BETA Technologies, we apply our intellectual curiosity, passion for aviation, and commitment to sustainability toward a shared mission of revolutionizing electric aviation. Regardless of the position one holds, each team member brings their talent and desire to positively impact the environment and lives of others in a refreshing, vibrant, and inclusive culture. The Senior Manufacturing Technician is responsible for supporting the build operations for innovative electric aircraft components from hands-on assembly, training new teammates and process development. As a Senior Manufacturing Technician at Beta Technologies, you will work in a small team environment to perform daily hands-on production assembly tasks while also devoting time to refining manufacturing processes and continuously improving quality and throughput to align with high-level business goals. You will work closely with your peers to thread design changes from ongoing product development efforts seamlessly into existing build processes. You will be challenged every day and probably have a lot of fun.

Requirements

5+ years experience working in a manufacturing setting or a Two-year degree or certificate from an accredited two (2) year college, university, or technical school preferred
Knowledge of, and ability to apply, the principles of Six Sigma/Continuous Improvement, Lean 5S and Kanban preferred
Ability to assist in problem analysis and independent decision-making
Ability to operate hand and power tools
Ability to interpret drawings, specifications, and schematics of battery/electronic components
High Voltage assembly experience preferred, especially related to DC energy storage systems.
Good team communication skills required
Proficient in Microsoft Suite, Word, Excel, PowerPoint

Nice To Haves

Aerospace Industry Manufacturing Experience
Ability to troubleshoot electrical equipment and machines
Previous Computer-Aided Design (CAD) experience

Responsibilities

Hands-on assembly of electric powertrain components (Motors, Battery Packs, Inverters, Electrical Assemblies, Harnesses)
Developing and maintaining a deep understanding of the manufacturing processes as the key process owner
Performing in-process quality control inspection tasks, feeling comfortable identifying and raising concerns about process deviations, and being an integral part of any troubleshooting efforts to solve them
Maintaining accurate and clear manufacturing documentation in compliance with both internal and external quality systems or regulations. Documentation to include up-to-date assembly process documentation as well as process data (fastener torque, electrical checks, etc.). The candidate should have a drive for an organization that build processes and manufacturing data can easily be audited.
Performing regular inspection, cleaning, and servicing of manufacturing equipment along with routine and preventative maintenance to keep operations running flawlessly
Providing regular productivity reports, and incident reports as needed
Using all mandated safety equipment and complying with all safety requirements per company and government regulations and guidelines
Support teammates and help resolve issues on the production line including: Solve part availability and deliver Issues, Correct PLEX roadblocks, Initiate Quality Notifications and support closure of Non-Conforming Reports
Training new teammates
Promote best safety practices
Assist in Production Data collection
5s Implementation and adhering to standards, Equipment Maintenance Program adherence
FOD Program best practice adherence
Assist in Type and Production Certification Process
Working Collaboratively with Manufacturing Engineering
Research and development Special Project Support
CRB Design change involvement and design making
Performing other work-related duties as assigned