Electrode Coating Technician

Responsibilities

• Operate electrode coating, drying, calendaring, slitting, and material handling equipment to meet daily/weekly production goals.
• Prepare and load coating materials, slurries, rolls, and substrates according to work instructions and process specifications.
• Monitor coating parameters including: coating thickness, web tension, line speed, oven temperatures, viscosity, and coating weight.
• Inspect coated electrodes for defects such as streaks, wrinkles, pinholes, contamination, uneven coating, edge defects, or adhesion issues.
• Perform in-process measurements and quality checks using gauges, microscopes, and metrology tools.
• Record production data, process parameters accurately in manufacturing systems or production logs.
• Absorb minor equipment or process issues and escalate more complex problems to appropriate Engineer or Maintenance.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives related to yield, throughput, safety, and process capability.
• Maintain compliance with safety procedures, PPE requirements, chemical handling protocols, and clean manufacturing practices.
• Identify and maintain accurate inventory of supplies and materials needed for production.
• Maintain organized work areas according to 5S standards.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Minimum high school diploma or equivalent. Two-year technical or Associate Degree preferred, especially in manufacturing, industrial technology, or engineering technology.
• 2+ years of hands-on machine setup experience in a manufacturing environment. Battery experience desirable.
• Ability to write and maintain accurate SOP’s, work instructions and technical documentation.
• Basic mechanical aptitude and abilities and troubleshooting skills.
• Comfortable working around industrial equipment and chemical materials and the use of PPE, including gloves, safety glasses and safety shoes.
• Basic computer skills for data entry and production tracking.
• Strong attention to detail, problem solving, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to lift and carry up to 50 lbs.
• Perform the following for extended periods of time:- Standing or sitting
• Climbing/squatting/walking
• Repetitive motions and lifting