Quality & Laboratory Shopfloor Operator

PowerCo SE; Valencia; Híbrido; EUR 32.000 - 46.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Health insurance with co-pay

Life insurance

Subsidized cafeteria

Gympass access

22 vacation days

Employee discounts

Descripción de la vacante

PowerCo Battery Spain, S.A.U. in Sagunto/Valencia is seeking an Operations professional to help build our gigafactory and ensure the highest standards in coating, calendering, assembly, formation & aging, or the quality laboratory.

You will perform inspections, operate measurement equipment, collect samples, and support root cause analysis and CIP with a safety-minded team. We require a technical education and 2–3+ years of industrial experience, fluent English, and a willingness to work

Formación

• Quality control knowledge including control plan and non-conformities.
• Awareness of MSA/SPC is a plus.
• Attention to detail and teamwork are essential.
• Fluent English is required.

Responsabilidades

• Perform quality inspections and tests per control plan, record data, and escalate non-conformities.
• Operate and verify measurement equipment and ensure 5S and cleanliness.
• Collect samples for in-line and lab testing and review reports.
• Support root cause analysis and countermeasure implementation.
• Contribute to audits, CIP, and safety initiatives.

Conocimientos

Quality control

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Fluent English

Willingness to work rotating shifts

Reading technical drawings

Educación

Vocational/technical education in materials, chemistry, machining, manufacturing, automotive, or similar

Herramientas

Microscope

CMM

Descripción del empleo

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You’ll be joining a diverse and ambitious team, spread across Germany, Canada, and Spain, all working together to shape the future of sustainable energy. At PowerCo we celebrate collaboration, progress and that spark that turns bold ideas into real impact. From our new gigafactory in Sagunto (Valencia), we’re driving a project that’s transforming both the region and the future of clean mobility in Europe — and you can be part of it.

Your role and key responsibilities

This position will be part of our Operations Department, the heart of PowerCo — where innovation becomes reality. This area brings together multiple teams working on the construction of our gigafactory and the different stages of battery cell production. From engineering and design to process optimization and production excellence, Operations is where the future of energy takes shape. You’ll join Coating, Calendering, Assembly, Formation & Aging, or the Quality Laboratory to ensure every cell meets the highest standards.

In your day-to-day, you will:

• Perform quality inspections and tests per control plan (first piece, in-process, final), record data (SPC), and escalate non-conformities.
• Operate and verify measurement/testing equipment (set-up, checks, basic calibrations) and apply 5S and area cleanliness.
• Collect and prepare samples for in-line and lab testing; review reports and follow up on actions.
• Support root cause analysis and countermeasure implementation, and carry out sorting/rework when required.
• Contribute to internal/external audits, continuous improvement (CIP), and safety initiatives.

What you bring to the team

• Vocational/technical education in materials, chemistry, machining, manufacturing, automotive, or similar.
• 2-3+ years' industrial experience in production, quality, or laboratory (battery or related industries a plus).
• Knowledge of quality control (control plan, non-conformities, basic measurement; MSA/SPC is a plus).
• Attention to detail, teamwork, and basic digital skills.
• Willingness to work in Sagunto While some teams are currently based in Paterna, operations will progressively move to Sagunto, so we require availability from the start.
• Willingness to work rotating shifts

What makes you stand out

• Experience in Coating, Calendering, Assembly, Formation & Aging, or lab testing (chemical, physical, mechanical, CT).
• Ability to read technical drawings, GD&T, metrology, and use of microscope/CMM.
• Fluent English, both spoken and written.
• Possession of a disability certificate of 33% or more is valued.
• Our company is deeply committed to fostering an inclusive environment that embraces neurodiversity, functional diversity, and all forms of individuality.
• We believe in the strength of diverse perspectives and strive to create a workplace where everyone feels valued and welcome.

What to look forward to

• Competitive salary, aligned with the Collective Bargaining Agreement from the Chemical Industry.
• Health insurance with co-pay (80% paid by the employee and 20% by the company) and life insurance.Subsidized cafeteria at our facilities.
• Access to Gympass to support your physical and mental well-being.
• Permanent contract, because we want to build something with you for the long term.
• 22 vacation days per year.
• Employee discounts, including special rates on Group vehicles.

Company: PowerCo Battery Spain, S.A.U.

Location: Valencia, ES

Job Function: Operations

Level of Experience: Manufacturing professional

Job ID: 4373

Are you a battery believer?

PowerCo was founded in 2022 to become a global battery champion. Headquarteredin Germany, we are currently ramping up gigafactories in Salzgitter, Valencia and St. Thomas in Canada with a total volume of up to 200 GWh. We are integrating the entire value chain and building a supply chain as local as possible. With that we are driving the development of a strong, sustainable battery industry in Europe and North America.

Diversity, Equity and Inclusion

We believe that the best results are created in a diverse and inclusive environment. Therefore, all qualified applications will be considered for employment regardless of age, race, religion, gender (identity), sexual orientation, national origin or disability.

PowerCo is open to hire people of all abilities including those with certificate of disabilities. Our company is deeply committed to fostering an inclusive environment that embraces neurodiversity, functional diversity, and all facets of individual differences. We believe in the strength of diverse perspectives and are dedicated to creating a workforce where everyone feels welcomed and valued.