Fill & Formation Technician

Saft America, Inc.; Cockeysville (MD); On-site; USD 20,000 - 22,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare

401K with 7% match

Paid holidays

Paid vacation

Educational assistance

Job summary

Saft America, Inc. in Cockeysville, Maryland, is seeking experienced machine operators for their fill and formation department. You will be responsible for operating machines and utilizing calibrated tools in a safety-driven environment. A high school diploma and at least 2 years of manufacturing experience are required.

We offer a competitive salary range of $20.00 - $22.00 per year along with generous benefits like healthcare, parental leave, and a 401K with a 7% match. Join us to be part of an innovative global battery company!

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years manufacturing experience preferably running machinery.
• Experience with electrical circuits and tool usage.
• Ability to document and record results accurately.

Responsibilities

• Set up, operate and maintain production and test equipment.
• Inspect products for conformance through visual inspection.
• Follow safety policies and practices in the work environment.

Skills

Basic computer skills with proficiency in Excel

Ability to safely work with energized cells

Experience running machinery and test equipment

Organizational skills

Problem solving skills

Education

HS diploma or equivalent

Tools

Basic hand tools

Job description

All About You

We are looking for experienced machine operators to work within our fill and formation department. These technicians will be responsible for a variety of tasks, to include operating machines using programmable logic controls, and utilizing a range of calibrated tools. Our technicians in this area have a hand in the filling of battery cells with electrolyte. They may also be responsible for charging our battery cells with electricity, by running test scripts via manufacturing software programs. These battery cells will ultimately power products for the space, defense and racing industries. Technicians will work one of three shifts – first, second or third. All shifts are eight hours in length.

Requirements

• HS diploma or equivalent
• Additional schooling or training in a technical field is preferred
• Basic computer skills with some proficiency of Excel and database usage
• 2 years Manufacturing experience preferably running machinery
• Ability to comprehend written instructions and to clearly document and record the results of the work that you perform
• Experience running machinery and/or test equipment as well as and producing products of high quality
• Possess great organizational skills and maintain an organized workstation to optimize product flow to feed downstream stations
• Ability to safely work with energized cells and has a basic understanding of electrical circuits, to include an understanding of voltage, current and impedance
• Experience using basic hand tools to include torque tools, electrical meters
• 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 management
• 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 equipment operation
• Ability and willingness to rapidly learn and understand the tasks assigned

Working Conditions

• PPE requirements include safety glasses, face shield, steel toed shoes, latex/neoprene gloves and lab coats
• Work environment will be in a dry room where cooled and low humidity air is constantly present
• This position could require standing for most of each day
• This position requires working in an environment where chemicals are present
• Able to lift 50 lbs

Responsibilities

• Work in an environment where adhering to safety policies and procedures are required as well as consistently utilizing safe work practices
• Set up, operate and maintain production and test equipment, machines and tools using process documents, diagrams, and written instructions
• Operate filling equipment, temperature chambers and various other test 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 for product conformance by performing visual inspection and reviewing electrical performance results
• Follow written and verbal instructions as well as possess an ability to organize and perform multiple duties
• Possess the desire, aptitude and energy to become proficient to perform all of the department’s tasks

What We Offer

Whether you are just getting started or are an experienced professional, we offer a robust total rewards package to include generous compensation based on market standards, healthcare, wellness, adoption assistance, discounted stock purchase, career development and recognition programs. Some of our superior benefits include parental (maternal and paternal) leave, 401K retirement contribution match at 7%, educational assistance (tuition reimbursement), Short-term Disability (STD), paid holidays, paid vacation, and paid employee referral award.

We appreciate diverse skills/experience and yours could add immense value to our team. Our customers have varied backgrounds and so do our employees. If you are excited about leaving your footprint on our technical customer‑centric solutions while increasing sales, we would love to hear from you.

We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer committed to providing employment opportunities regardless of sex, race, creed, color, gender, religion, marital status, domestic partner status, age national origin or ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical condition, sexual orientation, pregnancy, military or veteran status, and genetic information. If you require an accommodation to complete the application or interview process, please contact us by email at [e-mail] and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information.

About Us

Saft is a global battery company like no other! Our long experience and pioneering spirit, combined with our unique industrial approach, puts us in a leading position to meet the needs of the most demanding customers. Our batteries and battery systems make a different in every market sector they serve.

Established in 19 countries and supported by our 16 production sites, Saft has more than 4,300 employees around the world and more than 3,000 customers across a range of industries.

Since 2016, Saft is a wholly owned subsidiary of TotalEnergies, a global integrated energy company that produces and markets various forms of energy, including oil, biofuels, natural gas, green gases, renewables, and electricity. With 100,000 employees, TotalEnergies is committed to provide reliable, affordable, and sustainable energy to as many people as possible. The company operates in approximately 120 countries and places sustainability at the core of its strategy, projects, and operations.

Salary Range

USD $20.00 - USD $22.00 /Yr.