Battery Test Technician (Part-Time, On-Call)

Job Title:
Battery Test Technician
Reports to:
Quality Manager
Location:
Fremont, CA (On-site)
Job Type:
Part-time, Non-Exempt
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
The Battery Test Technician will perform tasks in conditioning and testing Amprius Technologies’ proprietary silicon anode Li-Ion cells. In this role, you will inspect the product to ensure that it meets or exceeds internal and external customer quality requirements. This position will report to the Quality Manager. This is a part-time role. You will be called in on an as-needed basis.
Job Responsibilities
Use small equipment such as a pneumatic cutter and electric drill
Operate large equipment such as degas machine and formation machine
Measure batteries/materials with a micrometer, mass scale, digital multi-meter, and caliper
Load cells into test fixtures, set-up and execute electrical cell tests.
Visually evaluate defects from a list of standard defects. Inspect finished batteries to make sure that they function properly and are per the defined standards.
Follow inspection procedure per Amprius spec and/or customer requirement
Input data into quality management software
Prepare cells for shipment and organize the inventory.
Organize and maintain work environment and implement 6S
Requirements
Understand basic electrical connections and testing software
Proficient with hand tools and production equipment
Follow standard work instructions and recommend improvements
Basic computer skills and ability to enter data accurately
Responsible for the quality of tasks performed
Keep work area clean and well organized
Experience and Education
High School Diploma, GED, or equivalent required.
Minimum 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:
Monday to Friday.
Up to 25 hours in a week. Hours flexible.
No fixed schedule. On an as-needed basis.
Benefits
Salary:
$22.00 - $26.00 (DOE)
Traditional and Roth 401(k)
Cell phone reimbursement for $50/month
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.