Process Associate 3
EaglePicher Technologies
- Pittsburg, KS
- Permanent
- Full-time
Responsibilities:Technical Requirements:
- Possess basic computer and math skills.
- Ability to use hand and power tools as well as fixtures and molds.
- Ability for repetitive work with small parts either under a magnifying glass or microscope.
- Capable of handling delicate materials.
- Ability to use general office equipment (fax machine, copier, calculator, phones, etc.).
- Read, write and speak English.
- Follow verbal and written instructions.
- Ability to perform task-specific operations such as, but not limited to: Perform mechanical assembly, potting and soldering applications, Assemble products in accordance with technical drawings, specifications, documents and/or blueprints, Conduct product testing utilizing specialized task specific equipment such as electronic volt meters, helium leak test equipment and/or digital X-ray systems, Process electrodes (clean tabs, sort for defects, assemble cells, activation, etc.), Equipment set-up and programming such as laser beam weld, Execute process procedures for all aspects of cell manufacture and/or assembly, Operate specialized task specific equipment such as winders, wrappers, filling systems, X-ray, stackers, welders, winders, activation systems, mixing, coating, calendaring, slitting and blanking equipment, surface grinders, etc., Perform product quality self-inspections, Collect and organize process and product data from cell builds, Maintain proper inventory levels through use of ERP work orders.
- Strong mechanical and electrical skills.
- Strong project leadership skills.
- Working knowledge and experience with implementation of manual and automated assembly equipment.
- Battery and/or product assembly experience.
- Experience operating HMI and PLC controlled equipment.
- Knowledge of automated assembly manufacturing best practices.
- Understanding of Six Sigma and Lean charts and trend analysis.
- Experience as an automated systems operator and/or related position in manufacturing environment.
- Experience in set-up and operation of automated pressing equipment dies.
- Knowledge of chemical processing, intermediate electrical.
- Experience in cell assembly such as lithium ion, CFX, thermal, alkaline, silver zinc, lithium oxyhalide or other similar chemistry
- Meet deadlines under pressure.
- Work and contribute in a team environment.
- Adhere to company policies and procedures.
- Comply with company safety practices.
- Attention to detail.
- Excellent record of attendance and reliability.
- Flexible and adaptable to change.
- Practice good housekeeping.
- Produce work product in an efficient manner with a quality first mentality.
- Be results focused to meet efficiency and productivity goals.
- Maintain appropriate documentation and records.
- Work with commonly accepted industry standards.
- Ability to train others.
- Organizational and time managements skills with ability to multi-task.
- Self-starter with high energy, exercise sound judgment and handle multiple priorities.
- Strong interpersonal skills that enable the ability to work with and communicate effectively with people at all levels of the organization.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Creativity to recommend solutions for cell and battery assembly problems.
- Drive change to deliver performance.
- Foster safe working practices.
- Take ownership of equipment used in production environment.
- Uphold “best practice” procedures for achieving company objectives.
- Ability to lift 50 lbs.
- Ability to climb heights of up to 15’.
- Good dexterity of hands.
- Good hand-eye coordination.
- Ability to stand for extended periods of time.
- Ability to spend up to 12 hours per day in extremely dry environments while wearing clean-room gear (coveralls, hairnet, mask, glove, shoe covers, etc.) which may prevent the wearing of some cosmetics.
- Ability to work with extremely delicate and/or hazardous materials while following proper safety protocols.
- U.S. Persons
- Ability to work overtime or alternate schedules as required
- Ability to travel between local facilities occasionally
- High School graduate or GED
- Task specific certifications such as electronics soldering, spot welding, crimping, laser beam welding, electro-static discharge, DOT (packaging/shipping), X-ray (level I or II), brazing, etc preferred
- May have to pass ATF background clearance (required for energetics devices and/or ignitor manufacturing)
Some of the great things about being an EaglePicher employee include:
- Medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance;
- 10 paid holidays and PTO;
- Matching 401K;
- Annual Profit Sharing;
- Tuition reimbursement;
- Dependent scholarship programs.