Technician, R&D

Energizer Holdings•Westlake, OH

10h

About The Position

This is Energizer Holdings, Inc. Energizer Holdings responsibly creates products to make lives easier and more enjoyable. To do this, we lean into our culture as an organization – we win together, while serving each other, with a willingness to act boldly, all while doing right. Our colleagues hail from all backgrounds, nationalities and walks of life, but our shared mission and purpose make us one team. Because we’re a global organization, you will always have opportunities to learn, grow and develop in your career. We support flexible working arrangements wherever possible. The Pilot Plant Technician provides critical support to Research & Development by executing pilot-scale trials, supporting process development, and enabling scale-up of new and improved alkaline battery technologies. This role is focused on the separator, fill, and close areas of the Alkaline Pilot Line. The technician will play a critical role in maintaining pilot line throughput and process continuity, ensuring successful execution of alkaline research and development projects. The ideal candidate is a hands-on, self-motivated individual who works independently, demonstrates a strong aptitude for mechanical systems, understands complex equipment and processes, and collaborates effectively with scientists and cross-functional teams.

Requirements

2–5 years of technical, laboratory, pilot plant, or manufacturing experience
Associate-level coursework (or equivalent experience) in science, engineering, or related field
Strong mechanical aptitude and ability to operate process equipment
Ability to interpret schematics, work instructions, and technical documentation
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook)
Ability to lift to 30 lbs regularly
Ability to wear respiratory protection
Willingness to work overtime as needed
High attention to detail and commitment to quality

Responsibilities

Execute pilot-scale trials to evaluate new materials, designs, and process improvements
Operate and maintain equipment used in separator handling, electrolyte filling, and cell assembly
Support development and optimization of separator materials and related processes
Manage and process raw materials into finished products to support new technology development
Collect, measure, and analyze data; provide real-time feedback to R&D teams
Troubleshoot process and equipment issues and work cross-functionally to resolve them
Maintain strict adherence to safety protocols, including chemical handling and LOTO procedures
Identify and report unsafe conditions and support continuous safety improvements
Maintain housekeeping and 5S standards within the pilot line
Participate in continuous improvement and team-based problem-solving initiatives