Anode Prep Technician

Job Title: Anode Prep Technician. (Day Shift/AWS)

Job Type: Full-time, Non-exempt

Location: Fremont, CA (On-site)

Reports to: Process Engineering Manager

About the company

Amprius Technologies is a leading manufacturer of high-energy and high-capacity lithium-ion batteries, producing the industry’s highest energy density cells. We develop, design, and manufacture high-performance lithium-ion cells for advanced applications. The company’s corporate headquarters is in Fremont, California, where we maintain an R&D Lab and a pilot manufacturing facility for the fabrication of silicon anodes and cells. For more information, visit the company website at https://amprius.com/about/

Summary

The Anode Prep Technician will support production operations by performing tasks such as preparing and assembling silicon anode materials for incorporation into lithium-ion cells. The technician will work with various materials and equipment to ensure the anodes meet specific requirements for efficiency and longevity. This is a 6-month TEMP role with possibility of extension.

Job Responsibilities

• Safely operate anode processing equipment such as furnaces, coating systems, punching tools, in accordance with established procedures and safety protocols.
• Assembly of anode raw materials into carriers for use in subsequent processing steps.
• Measure materials with drop gage, mass scale, and imaging stations.
• Assist with processing of product from production tools (cutting into sheets, etc.)
• Visually evaluate defects from a list of standard defects.
• Construct test samples for material performance verification.
• Use basic computer skills to input and track data in production systems. Report any issues to the supervisor.
• Meet daily production quotas to support team efficiency and output goals.
• Maintain a clean and organized work environment.
• Follow company’s safety protocols.

• Follow standard work instructions and recommend improvements
• Proficient with hand tools and production equipment.
• Exceptional manual dexterity and good hand-eye coordination.
• Basic computer skills and ability to enter data accurately.
• Attention to detail and focus on quality.
• Willingness to adhere to safety and company policies.
• Team work oriented mind-set.

Experience and Education

• High School Diploma, GED, or equivalent required.
• Minimum one (1) year of experience as an equipment operator or technician in one of the following industries: Semiconductor, solar, battery, electronics, or automotive.

Physical Demands & Work Location

• Fremont, CA: This is an on-site job. Reliable commute or planning to relocate before starting work is required.
• Adhere to company’s quality and safety requirements.
• Be able to lift and/or move objects up to 20 pounds.
• May be required to stand, sit, squat, bend, kneel, twist, crawl, reach, lift, balance, push, and pull.
• Must wear personal protective equipment (PPE) including, but not limited to, a lab coat, gloves, safety glasses, face mask, respirator and safety shoes.

Work Schedule

• Alternate Workweek Schedule (AWS): 3-days x 12-hour / 4-days x 12-hour every other week.
• Shift timings from 5:30 am to 6:00 pm

• Salary: $23.00 - $28.00 depending on experience.
• Traditional and Roth 401(k)
• Cell phone reimbursement for $50/month

Amprius Technologies is committed to promoting an equal employment opportunity workplace environment and is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expressions, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability status, genetic information (GINA), protected veteran status, or any characteristic protected by law. The Company’s policy is to recruit, hire, train, promote, and administer all employment-related matters based on an individual’s qualifications, abilities, and efforts without regard to protected status.