Position Overview:

Solid Power is seeking a 1st Shift Production Operator to join our talented team 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 team environment. This position will work closely with production operators, technicians, and engineers to help set up, operate, and manage equipment used in electrode fabrication and battery cell assembly operations.  

Job Duties:

• Operate automated and semi-automated machinery.  
• Follow detailed instructions, standard operating procedures, and work instructions.  
• Setup, operate, and maintain specialized production equipment including calenders, stamping dies, ultrasonic welders, and other industry specific automated equipment.  
• Follow all safety guidelines and work safely with hazardous materials. Maintain workspace cleanliness in highly trafficked workspaces.  Follow appropriate 5S practices.  
• Utilize a methodical approach to problem solving, both independently and as a team, to recognize and implement solutions during production runs and through the manufacturing process.  
• Ensure product quality specifications are appropriately evaluated and maintained throughout production.  
• Complete and verify production documentation is filled out completely and accurately.  
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area by following 5S standards. 
• Participate in 5S activities, audits, and continuous improvement efforts to maintain workplace organization and efficiency. 

Qualifications/Requirements:

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• 3+ years’ experience in a lab or manufacturing environment. (Dry-room/Clean-room experience is a plus)  
• Hands-on experience working with hazardous materials, dry powder processes, and wet chemical/slurry and solvent-based operations.  
• Rapid learner with attention to detail who thrives in a fast-paced start-up environment.  
• Preference for experience operating and maintaining semi-automated machinery.  
• Experience using PLC controlled robotics a plus.  
• Excellent communication and organizational skills.  
• Experience with Microsoft software (Excel, Teams, Outlook etc.) is preferred.  
• Availability to work 1st shift 5:30 am to 4:00 pm Tuesday – Friday

Physical Requirements

• Most working hours will be spent on the production floor.
• Ability to lift 50lbs daily.
• Required to wear Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) as necessary including, but not limited to safety shoes, eye protection, hair net, gloves, face mask, coveralls, full-face respirator or PAPR.

Hourly Range: $24.00-$30.00/hour

Benefits: Solid Power offers a comprehensive benefit package that includes 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 and eligibility to participate in our equity plan. 

Company may delay commencement of employment, rescind an offer of employment, terminate employment, and/or may modify job responsibilities, compensation, benefits, and/or access to Company facilities and information systems, as Company deems appropriate, in order to ensure compliance with applicable government access control restrictions.

This position will be posted for a minimum of 7 days and will remain open until filled or adjusted based on the volume of applicants.

All offers of employment at Solid Power are contingent upon clear results of a thorough background check.

The employer will not sponsor applicants for work visas.

Please no soliciting from staffing agencies. Thank you!

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