What are the responsibilities and job description for the Manufacturing Technician position at Enzinc?
Job Title: Manufacturing Technician
Location: This is a 100% on-site role that will be based primarily in Oakland, California. Some work (up to 40% in some weeks) may be in Richmond, CA location.
Position Type: Full-Time, hourly, variable shift schedule based on business needs
Experience Level: Entry to Mid-Level
Education / Experience: Technical degree or 5 years work experience in a manufacturing setting or quality control laboratory.
Company Overview: Enzinc is a dynamic and innovative battery materials company dedicated to advancing energy storage solutions. As a leader in the industry, we specialize in developing cutting-edge materials for next-generation batteries. Join our growing team and contribute to the exciting field of energy storage. This is a chance to get it on the ground floor with a new manufacturing team that will be expanding quickly!
Job Description: We are seeking a motivated and detail-oriented ManufacturingTechnician to join our team in Enzinc’s pilot Manufacturing Tech Center (MTC). The ideal candidate will have a technical degree or 5 years of work experience in a manufacturing setting or quality control lab. As a manufacturing technician, you will help prove develop and validate manufacturing methods.
Responsibilities:
- Lead daily activities to support manufacturing operations at the Manufacturing Tech Center, including but not limited to:
- Prepare anode slurries and operate equipment to prep plates
- Document experiment and production information in Data Management System
- Start-up, operate, troubleshoot and support routine maintenance of operating equipment (pumps, furnaces, conveyors, compressors)
- Complete quality characterization of products using various quality control analytical methods
- Mechanical, manual assembly of anodes and current collectors
- Work alongside engineers to develop processes and procedures for improving quality, reliability and productivity.
- Create and improve Standard Operating Procedures for equipment and processes at the Manufacturing Tech Center.
- Help build and support the Environmental Health and Safety (EHS) programs of the MTC.
- Contribute to the documentation and development of technician training programs to support Enzinc’s manufacturing team growth.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to support ongoing manufacturing development projects.
- Assist in the ordering and management of laboratory supplies and chemicals.
- Participate in regular team meetings and contribute to discussions on experimental design and results.
Qualifications:
- Previous manufacturing or laboratory experience through coursework, internships, or entry-level positions is required.
- Must be comfortable working with chemicals and PPE.
- Familiarity with laboratory techniques, instrumentation, and basic analytical methods.
- Strong attention to detail and the ability to follow experimental procedures precisely.
- Effective organizational and time management skills.
- Excellent communication skills and the ability to work collaboratively in a team setting.
- Basic computer skills for data entry and analysis.
- Willingness to learn and adapt in a dynamic pilot line environment.
- Bachelor's degree in a technical field is a plus.
Enzinc is an equal-opportunity employer. We encourage candidates from diverse backgrounds to apply.
Benefits: Enzinc offers competitive salaries, health care, 401k and company equity.
Salary : $28 - $45
