Manufacturing Technician - Swing Shift 1:00 - 10:30pm

Lehigh Heavy Forge Corporation; Longmont (CO); On-site; USD 48,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous Time Off

Comprehensive Benefits

Employee stock purchase plan

401(k) Matching

9/80 Schedule

Innovative & Collaborative Culture

Great Location

Job summary

ABSL Space Products, a division of EnerSys Advanced Systems, designs and manufactures lithium-ion battery systems for space missions from its Longmont, CO facility. We offer a 9/80 schedule, generous time off, comprehensive benefits, and a collaborative culture that values creativity and diverse perspectives.

You will work under AS9100 quality standards on high‑tech aerospace projects, gain certification in NASA 8739.1/8739.4 and IPC JSTD-001 with space addendum, and have opportunities for

Qualifications

• Must obtain and maintain NASA 8739.1/8739.4 certification for cable and polymeric applications.
• Target IPC JSTD-001 with space addendum certification preferred.
• Experience in clean room environments with ESD protection.
• Ability to follow SOPs in an aerospace environment.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Operate with minimal supervision under lead or senior technicians.
• Aerospace or high-tech industry experience preferred.
• Knowledge of lithium-ion batteries advantageous.
• Educational requirement: high school diploma or equivalent.
• Occasional weekend or off-hours support may be required.

Responsibilities

• Assemble Li-ion batteries using soldering, welding, coating, epoxy, and crimping.
• Use small tools and microscopes to follow work instructions.
• Assist and train other technicians in equipment use and documentation.
• Read and interpret BOMs, assembly drawings and travelers.
• Support production with high-mix, low-volume workflow and quality focus.
• Ensure traceability and AS9100 quality system compliance.
• Take initiative with limited supervision.
• Maintain clean and organized workspace.

Skills

NASA 8739.1/8739.4

IPC JSTD-001

Clean room experience

SOP compliance

Attention to detail

Teamwork

ESD practices

Battery knowledge

Aerospace/HT experience

High school diploma

Education

High school diploma

Tools

ESD protection tools

Job description

ABSL Space Products, a division of EnerSys Advanced Systems, is the world's leading manufacturer of lithium-ion batteries for space applications. From our Longmont, CO facility, our team designs advanced lithium-ion battery systems to meet the extreme demands of space travel. Our batteries power cutting-edge spacecraft and launch vehicles, driving innovation in space exploration, scientific discovery, and beyond.

At ABSL, we maintain a tight-knit, collaborative culture where employees enjoy the small-company feel while benefiting from the resources and stability of EnerSys, the global leader in stored energy solutions. As we continue to grow, we're looking for talented individuals who share a passion for space and power technologies to join our dynamic team.

Certain positions at EnerSys Advanced Systems require access to information or technology that is subject to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) and other U.S. government security regulations. Candidates for these positions should be a 'U.S. Person' under ITAR (U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident, or a refugee/asylee) and/or otherwise comply with ITAR requirements for access rights to be considered for a position.

What We Offer:

• Generous Time Off - 3+ weeks of paid time off, plus 11 paid holidays
• Comprehensive Benefits - Medical, dental, and vision coverage for employees and dependents at a discounted rate
• Financial & Career Growth - Life insurance, short-term disability, educational reimbursement, flexible spending accounts, and an employee stock purchase plan
• 401(k) Matching - 100% match at a 6% contribution level
• Flexible Schedule - 9/80 work schedule (9-hour days Monday-Friday, with every other Friday off - meaning a 3-day weekend every other week!)
• Innovative & Collaborative Culture - Be part of a smart, high-performing, and passionate team that values creativity, diverse backgrounds, and an inclusive environment
• Great Location - Our Longmont, CO office is conveniently located right off the Diagonal Highway

At ABSL, we don't just build batteries-we power missions that push the boundaries of what's possible. If you're excited about working in an innovative, fast-paced environment where your contributions make a real impact, we'd love to hear from you!

Compensation Range: $48,300 - $60,200

(Compensation may vary based on applicant's work experience, education level, skill set, and/or location.)

Learn More About ABSL

Job Purpose

ABSL Space Products (ABSL) is the world-leading manufacturer of Lithium-ion batteries for space applications. We are seeking talented individuals who have the self-motivation and desire to become world-leaders in their field to join our office in Longmont, Colorado. This position is on a swing shift schedule, working from 1:00 PM to 10:30 PM.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Perform assembly of Li Ion batteries using detailed processes like soldering, resistive welding, insulative coating, epoxy application, crimping and wire harness assembly.
• Use small hand tools and microscopes to complete detailed assembly work following thorough work instructions
• Assist and train other technicians on equipment usage, documentation and battery assembly.
• Read, comprehend, and work effectively with mechanical drawings and documentation including bills of materials, assembly drawings, work instructions, and equipment travelers.
• Support work in a production environment that is low volume, high mix with high level of quality oversight
• Understand traceability requirements, work within an AS9100 quality system, and support MRB processes
• Independently take initiative to perform duties diligently and efficiently with limited oversight
• Maintain cleanliness and organization of work space.

Qualifications

• Capacity to become certified and maintain certification in NASA standards (8739.1, 8739.4) for cable and polymeric applications
• Capacity to become certified and maintain certification in IPC standards (JSTD-001 with space addendum) for solder, preference if certification has been completed previously.
• Experience preferred working in clean room environments, using ESD protections, and stored energy safe practices.
• Ability to follow and execute standard operating procedures in an aerospace environment
• Executes work with a high attention to detail
• Works well with fellow team members, under minimal supervision, and can take work direction from lead or senior technicians as required.
• Aerospace or high tech industry experience preferred
• Knowledge of or experience with lithium-ion or other batteries advantageous
• Educational requirement: minimum of a high school diploma (or equivalent)
• 'Off' hours or weekend support may be required at times

General Job Requirements

• Must be able to stand for long periods of time
• Must be able to frequently bend; twist; reach; stoop; kneel or crouch.
• Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds/23 kilos on a daily continuous basis. Anything heavier will be done with the assistance of a mechanical device or with the assistance of another employee.
• Must be able to differentiate colors.
• Risk of electrical shock.
• This position is exposed to harmful materials such as lead/fiberglass products. Periodic blood tests are required to measure the level of lead. Precautions are taken by the company/employee to reduce the risk of exposure and help ensure everyones safety.
• Employees are responsible for wearing the required Personal Protective Equipment in the proper manner at all times.
• Must be able and willing to work overtime.
• Must be able and willing to work varying schedules which may include nights, weekends, and public holidays.

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