Coater Operator

All About You

We are seeking a skilled and dedicated Electrode Technician to join our team. (In other industries, an Electrode Technician may also be known as Coater Operator.) As an electrode technician, you will play a vital role in the manufacturing process by creating, testing, and maintaining electrodes for various applications. Your attention to detail, technical expertise, and commitment to quality will ensure the successful production of our products.

Requirements

Qualifications:

• Experience as a coater operator is preferred.
• Applicable experience with roll-to-roll or web press equipment is also preferred
• High school diploma or GED required
• Basic computer skills are a must
• Ideal candidates will have a minimum of five (5) years of manufacturing experience running machinery
• Strong technical skills and understanding of electrode manufacturing processes
• Excellent attention to detail
• Ability to perform precise measurements and detect small variances in the process that may affect product quality
• Strong problem-solving and troubleshooting abilities
• Ability to work independently as well as within a team environment
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to comprehend written instructions and to clearly document and record the results of the work performed
• Candidates must be US Citizens or 10 yr green card holders

Physical Requirements

• Must be able to wear a respirator (full time during equipment operation and setup)
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs
• Medically and physically capable to work in the presence of numerous chemicals and strong magnets
• Work environment will be in a dry room where cooled and low humidity air is constantly present
• This position will require standing for most of each day
• Shifts are twelve (12) hours long, with rotating days. 
• First week of pay period, workdays are Mon/Tue/Fri/Sat/Sun.
• Second week of pay period, workdays are Wed/Thu. 
• Work hours are either day shift (6a-6p) or night shift (6p-6a). 

Responsibilities

• Adhere to safety protocols and regulations to ensure a safe working environment
• Set up, operate and maintain production equipment, machines, and tools using process documents, diagrams, and written instructions
• Test electrodes for quality, performance, and durability
• Maintain an inventory of electrode materials and supplies
• Calibrate and maintain electrode manufacturing equipment
• Troubleshoot and resolve electrode production issues
• Collaborate with engineers and manufacturing teams to improve electrode designs and processes

What We Offer

Whether you are just getting started or are an experienced professional, we offer a robust total rewards package to include generous compensation based on market standards, healthcare, wellness, adoption assistance, discounted stock purchase, career development and recognition programs. Some of our superior benefits include parental (maternal and paternal) leave, 401K retirement contribution match at 7%, educational assistance (tuition reimbursement), Short-term Disability (STD), paid holidays, paid vacation, and paid employee referral award.

We appreciate diverse skills/experience and yours could add immense value to our team. Our customers have varied backgrounds and so do our employees. If you are excited about leaving your footprint on our technical customer-centric solutions while increasing sales, we would love to hear from you.

We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer committed to providing employment opportunities regardless of sex, race, creed, color, gender, religion, marital status, domestic partner status, age national origin or ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical condition, sexual orientation, pregnancy, military or veteran status, and genetic information. If you require an accommodation to complete the application or interview process, please contact us by email at reasonableaccommodation@saft.com and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information.

About Us

Saft is a global battery company like no other! Our long experience and pioneering spirit, combined with our unique industrial approach, puts us in a leading position to meet the needs of the most demanding customers.  Our batteries and battery systems make a different in every market sector they serve.

Established in 19 countries and supported by our 16 production sites, Saft has more than 4,300 employees around the world and more than 3,000 customers across a range of industries. 

Since 2016, Saft is a wholly owned subsidiary of TotalEnergies, a global integrated energy company that produces and markets various forms of energy, including oil, biofuels, natural gas, green gases, renewables, and electricity. With 100,000 employees, TotalEnergies is committed to provide reliable, affordable, and sustainable energy to as many people as possible.  The company operates in approximately 120 countries and places sustainability at the core of its strategy, projects, and operations.

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