Electrode Prep Technician (Night-AWS)

Job Title:  Electrode Prep Technician (AWS)

Job Type: Non-Exempt, Full-Time

Location: Fremont, CA. Onsite

Reports to Battery Assembly Supervisor

Company Description

Amprius develops, designs, and manufactures very high-performance lithium-ion cells for advanced applications. Amprius invented and perfected a 100% silicon anode that enables the highest energy density cell commercially available in the industry.

Summary

Amprius has an immediate opening for an Electrode Prep Technician! The Electrode Prep Technician uses various equipment and hand tools to produce Amprius Technologies’ proprietary silicon anode Li-Ion cells. The candidate must be reliable and able to work well in a team and have experience with mechanical assembly. This is a TEMP role with an opportunity to be converted to PERM.

Job Responsibilities

• Use small equipment and hand tools such as a die punch, rotary tools, and cutters to produce components and battery cells
• Operate large equipment safely and efficiently, such as a die punch, rotary tools, and cutters
• Measure materials with a micrometer, mass scale, digital multi-meter, and caliper
• Visually evaluate defects from a list of standard defects
• Input data into quality management software
• Construct test samples for electrode verification
• Assemble components into a physically complete cell

Requirements

• Proficient with hand tools and production equipment
• Exceptional manual dexterity and efficiency
• Basic computer skills and ability to enter data accurately
• Follow standard work instructions and recommend improvements
• Ability to lift and carry up to 25 lbs
• Responsible for quality of tasks performed
• Follow safety protocols and maintain a clean and well organized work area

Required Education and Experience

• HS Diploma, GED, or equivalent required.
• One (1) year of experience as an equipment operator or technician in one of the following industries: Semiconductor, solar, battery, electronics, or automotive.

Physical Demands & Work Location:

• Fremont, CA: This is an on-site job. Reliable commute or planning to relocate before starting work is required.
• Adhere to the company’s quality and safety requirements.
• Be able to lift and/or move objects up to 25 pounds.
• May be required to stand, sit, squat, bend, kneel, twist, crawl, reach, lift, balance, push, and pull.
• Must wear personal protective equipment (PPE) including, but not limited to, a lab coat, gloves, safety glasses, face mask, respirator and safety shoes.

Work Schedule:

• Shift timings from 5:30 pm to 6:00 am
• Alternate Workweek Schedule: 3-days x 12-hour / 4-days x 12-hour every other week.

Benefits

• Salary: $22.00 - $28.00 per hour. Depending on knowledge, skills, and experience.   
• Traditional and Roth 401(k)
• Cell phone reimbursement for $50/month
• Comprehensive health benefits package, vacation accrual, and paid holidays, available for PERM employees.

Amprius Technologies is committed to promoting an equal employment opportunity workplace environment and is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expressions, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability status, genetic information (GINA), protected veteran status, or any characteristic protected by law. The Company’s policy is to recruit, hire, train, promote, and administer all employment-related matters based on an individual’s qualifications, abilities, and efforts without regard to protected status.