Battery Cell Production Operator

Saft; Cockeysville (MD); On-site; USD 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Saft is seeking experienced machine operators to join our cell assembly areas in Maryland. You will operate machines with PLCs, set precise parameters, and document results.

The role covers first, second, or third shifts, eight hours each, with overtime as schedules require. Required: high school diploma, 3–5 years manufacturing experience, strong documentation and teamwork skills, and basic Excel/database use.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Additional schooling or training in a technical field is preferred.
• 3–5 years of manufacturing experience, preferably running machinery.
• Basic computer skills with some proficiency with Excel and database usage.
• Ability to comprehend written instructions and to clearly document and record the results of the work that you perform.
• Proven experience running complex machinery and producing products of high quality.
• Excellent organizational skills and the ability to maintain an organized workstation to optimize product flow to feed downstream stations.
• Ability to install materials and setup machine(s) utilizing precise settings such as speed, tension, power and various other criteria.
• Possess a keen eye for detail and be able to notice small variances in processes and materials that may affect final product quality.
• Communicate clearly and accurately to describe in detail any machine or product issues that may have occurred and possess the ability to communicate this information to all levels of personnel.
• Reliable, trustworthy and able to work either independently or as part of a team.
• Problem solving skills that permit diagnosing and correcting of issues that may occur during machine operation Ability and willingness to rapidly learn and understand the tasks assigned.
• Must be available to work overtime as schedules occasional require.

Responsibilities

• Set up, operate and maintain production equipment, machines and tools using process documents, diagrams, and written instructions.
• Operate winding, welding, punching and stacking equipment and become proficient in each machine’s operations.
• Maintain the work area and equipment in a clean orderly condition utilizing 6S standards while following all safety requirements.
• Inspect machine outputs using precision measurement tools to include, calipers, micrometers, meters and vision systems.
• Follow instructions per process specs while manufacturing materials for use in high power cells and batteries Possess the desire and aptitude to become proficient in operating additional complex machinery.

Skills

Basic computer skills

Excel

Database usage

Attention to detail

Documentation

Communication

Teamwork

Overtime willingness

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Additional schooling or training in a technical field is preferred

Tools

Excel

Database usage

Job description

Saft is seeking experienced machine operators to join our cell assembly areas in Maryland. You will operate machines with PLCs, set precise parameters, and document results.

The role covers first, second, or third shifts, eight hours each, with overtime as schedules require. Required: high school diploma, 3–5 years manufacturing experience, strong documentation and teamwork skills, and basic Excel/database use.