Quality Control Technician

Solid Power, Inc.; Thornton (CO); On-site; USD 35,817 - 45,460; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical/dental/vision insurance

401k with company match

Paid holidays

Paid time off (PTO)

Six weeks FMLA leave

Cell phone reimbursement

Equity plan eligibility

Job summary

Solid Power is seeking a day shift electrolyte Quality Control Technician to join a team of engineers and scientists driving next-generation, all solid-state rechargeable batteries. The role focuses on efficient, accurate chemical, physical and mechanical analysis of solid-state battery electrolytes in a lab environment.

The ideal candidate will be a skilled chemical technician with hands-on testing experience, capable of following SOPs and contributing to reports, CTQs and specification setting

Qualifications

• 2+ years experience in a manufacturing or analytical laboratory.
• Hands-on with analytical tools listed above.
• Experience in inorganic chemistry or method development desirable.
• Committed to safety and hazardous materials handling.
• Comfort working in a fast-paced startup environment.
• Excellent communication and organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Follow SOPs and document standard sample procedures.
• Assist in specialized sample prep and testing with contractors.
• Maintain and calibrate test equipment as needed.
• Collaborate with engineering and production to ensure timely feedback.
• Assist in writing SOPs, technical reports and CTQ determination.
• Support other data requests and deliver technical data.

Skills

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Rapid learner

Safety awareness

Education

Bachelor's degree in chemistry or related field

High school diploma or GED

Tools

BET

PSA

ICP

GC

XRD

FTIR

TGA

DSC

Karl Fischer

Job description

Position Overview:

Solid Power is seeking a day shift electrolyte Quality Control Technician to join our talented team of engineers and scientists working to revolutionize the battery industry through the development of next‐generation, all solid‐state rechargeable batteries. Solid Power is a dynamic, fast‐paced, collaborative and innovative team environment. The preferred candidate will be a skilled chemical technician, with interest and comfort in conducting hands-on testing and experimentation. This role will work in a laboratory environment, with the primary responsibility being the efficient and accurate chemical, physical and mechanical analysis of solid-state battery electrolytes.

Position Overview:

Solid Power is seeking a day shift electrolyte Quality Control Technician to join our talented team of engineers and scientists working to revolutionize the battery industry through the development of next‐generation, all solid‐state rechargeable batteries. Solid Power is a dynamic, fast‐paced, collaborative and innovative team environment. The preferred candidate will be a skilled chemical technician, with interest and comfort in conducting hands-on testing and experimentation. This role will work in a laboratory environment, with the primary responsibility being the efficient and accurate chemical, physical and mechanical analysis of solid-state battery electrolytes.

Job Duties:

• Follow and document standard sample preparation testing procedures under the guidance of senior technicians and scientists.
• Assist in more specialized sample preparation and testing, both at Solid Power and in partnership with Solid Power’s contractors and partners.
• Maintain test equipment in clean and proper working conditions, and support manufacturer maintenance and repair as needed.
• Assist with equipment calibration as needed.
• Work closely with engineering and production teams to ensure analytical testing procedures provide sufficient and timely feedback.
• Assist in writing SOPs, contribute to technical reports, specification setting, CTQ determination, and deliver other requested technical data as required.
  
  
  

Qualifications/Requirements:

• Highschool Diploma/GED or Bachelor's degree in chemistry or related field or equivalent combination of education and work experience.
• Minimum of 2 years experience in a manufacturing or analytical laboratory environment desired.
• Hands-on experience working with various analytical tools, particularly BET, PSA, ICP, GC, XRD, FTIR, TGA, DSC, Karl Fischer.
• Experience in inorganic chemistry and/or method development is desirable.
• Rapid learner who thrives in a fast-paced start-up environment.
• Excellent communication and organizational skills.
• Comfort and competence with the responsible, safe handling of hazardous materials and equipment.
• Willingness to work weekends as needed to support business and production needs. Weekend work is not a regular or mandatory part of the schedule, but flexibility is appreciated when business needs arise.
  
  
  

Physical Requirements

• Prolonged periods of sitting and standing.
• Ability to wear PPE including occasional respirator protection.
• Ability to work in dry room environment, gloveboxes, and chemistry lab.
• Ability to occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.
• Required to wear Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) as necessary including, but not limited to eye protection, hair net, gloves, face mask, coveralls, full-face respirator or PAPR
  
  
  

Hourly Range: $26.00 - $33.00/hour

Benefits: Solid Power offers a comprehensive benefit package that includes medical/dental/vision insurance, employer paid Life/AD&D/STD/LTD insurance, 401k with company match, paid holidays, generous PTO, up to six (6) weeks paid FMLA leave, cell phone reimbursement and eligibility to participate in our equity plan.

Export Control Requirements: This position could require access to technology, software and other information that is subject to governmental access control restrictions, due to export controls. Employment in this position is conditioned on the continued availability of government authorization to authorize release of such items, to the extent required, including without limitation an export license, or other documentation required to establish authorization to receive access to such items.

Company may delay commencement of employment, rescind an offer of employment, terminate employment, and/or may modify job responsibilities, compensation, benefits, and/or access to Company facilities and information systems, as Company deems appropriate, in order to ensure compliance with applicable government access control restrictions.

This position will be posted for a minimum of 7 days and will remain open until filled or adjusted based on the volume of applicants.

All offers of employment at Solid Power are contingent upon clear results of a thorough background check.

The employer will not sponsor applicants for work visas.

Please no soliciting from staffing agencies. Thank you!

The employer will not sponsor applicants for work visas.

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