Overview

The primary purpose of this position is to perform a wide variety of duties associated with the material processing of Li-Ion and CFx cells.

Responsibilities

Your core responsibilities will be to:

Responsible for electrode fabrication processes and equipment used for Li-ion and CFx cell manufacturing
Develop and improve processes including powder mixing, slurry mixing, web coating, calendering, etc.
Identification and implementation of process changes that improve safety, quality, or throughput
Utilization of structured problem solving techniques to identify root cause and corrective actions for problems
Actively improve and drive process, productivity and quality improvements through measurement, detailed analysis, and sustained improvement with process control methods
Engage manufacturing personnel to provide training and guidance on manufacturing processes on a routine basis
Develop and maintain standard operating procedures for manufacturing personnel
Partner with R&D and New Product Development to transfer new processes into the electrode fabrication line
Spec, procure, and implement equipment to support new product growth
Be a major player in design for manufacturability on new projects in the stage gate process
Adapt Lean Six Sigma, SPC and other methods to fit process need driving stability and overall systematic process improvements
Expect 40% of time to be on the manufacturing floor

Key Objectives (specific expectations that will be measured for success during the next 6 to 18 months)

Become subject matter expert for mixing, coating and calendering processes
Develop and maintain tracking metrics for process area

Leadership Competencies

Motivation (ability to enhance others’ commitment to their work)
Foster Teamwork (help others learn to work together)
Initiative (identify what needs to be done and taking action before being asked)

Qualifications

Candidate cannot be considered without meeting these requirements

Minimum of a Bachelor’s in Engineering, Science or technical degree (Chemical or Materials preferred)
Experience in industrial engineering or scientific discipline utilizing science and engineering problem solving methods
Experienced with chemical lab environments and good lab practices
Experience in data measurement, analysis and report authoring using sound statistical analysis methods
Communication skills, including written and verbal communication skills
Excellent interpersonal and team building/working skills
Ability to delegate effectively and utilize available resources
Ability to multi-task and adjust quickly to changing production needs
Able to provide constructive feedback and train others as needed
U.S. Citizen or Permanent Resident

Hiring Preferences (successful candidates should also meet these preferences)

Experience with lithium ion electrode processing strongly preferred
Experience with converting processes
Experience with slot die and reverse comma coating
Experience with formal process validation methods such as IQ, OQ, PQ
Six-Sigma process improvement methods
Excellent computer skills in Windows OS and Microsoft Office applications
Knowledge and application experience utilizing statistical analysis tools such as SPC and Lean Six Sigma
Experience with GMP, ISO and AS-9100 quality system methods
Organizational and time management skills

Educational Requirements

Minimal Education level Required:

Minimum of a Bachelor’s in Engineering, Science or technical degree

We are a leading producer of batteries and energetic devices for the defense, aerospace, medical, commercial, oil, and gas industries. The company provides the most experience and broadest capability in battery electrochemistry of any battery supplier in the United States. Battery technologies include lithium ion, thermal, silver zinc, lithium carbon monofluoride, lithium thionyl chloride, lithium manganese dioxide, lithium sulfur dioxide, and reserve lithium oxyhalide. EaglePicher also provides custom battery assemblies, battery management systems, pyrotechnic devices, and other power solutions. EaglePicher Technologies is headquartered in Joplin, MO. and is ISO9001:2008, ISO 13485, and AS9100C certified. For more information, visit www.eaglepicher.com.

PERKS OF BEING AN EAGLEPICHER EMPLOYEE

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;
Tuition reimbursement;
Dependent scholarship programs.

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