DescriptionJob Title: Test Lab Supervisor Production
Reports to: Director of Operations
Job Type: Exempt Full-Time
Locations: Fremont CA (On-site)
Company Description
Amprius Technologies is a leading manufacturer of high-energy and high-capacity lithium-ion batteries producing the industrys highest energy density cells. We develop design and manufacture high-performance lithium-ion cells for advanced applications. We have invented and perfected a 100% silicon anode that enables the highest energy density cell commercially available in the industry. For more information visit the company website at
Summary
The Battery Test Lab Supervisor is responsible for overseeing the Production Test Lab. In this role you will work closely with the Engineers and manage a team of Test Lab Technicians. This role involves planning and executing battery tests maintaining a safe and organized lab environment and ensuring compliance and safety standards. The supervisor will also mentor team members and coordinate equipment maintenance and repairs to ensure the throughput of the test lab meets the expectations.
Job Responsibilities
- Supervise a team of Test Lab Technicians and manage their workload day-to-day assignments/schedule and support the ongoing training and development initiatives.
- Work with engineering teams to prioritize and plan safety reliability characterization and compliance tests.
- Collect and develop metrics to track and ensure team performance meets the production targets.
- Lead prototype engineering build batteries for test execution according to detailed work instructions or schematics.
- Support scoping and installation of new automation equipment.
- Coordinate test equipment periodic maintenance repairs and calibration with the technician team or outside vendors.
- Partner with EHS to perform safety audits and implement company safety policies for the test lab workspace and recommend PPE.
- Develop and champion operational policies and procedures for the test organization that fosters an environment of safety ownership and efficiency.
- Ensure all lab areas are maintained clean and organized.
- Maintain purchase orders for lab tools supplies and consumables.
- Communicate and work collaboratively with a team of technicians and engineers.
Requirements - High School Diploma GED or equivalent required. A.A. preferred.
- 3 years of supervisory experience with a battery test team or similar team.
- 5 years of experience working in a highly demanding manufacturing environment preferably battery manufacturing.
- Strong judgment and problem-solving skills with excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Highly organized self-motivated and enjoy working in a fast-paced environment.
- Detail-oriented resourceful and diligent with strong record-keeping and organizational skills.
- Adhere to the companys quality and safety requirements.
- Proficient with Microsoft Office applications.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Six Sigma and other related manufacturing certifications.
Physical Demands & Work Location:
Fremont CA: This is an on-site job. Reliable commute or planning to relocate before starting work is required.
Be able to lift and/or move objects up to 30 pounds.
May be required to stand sit squat bend kneel twist crawl reach lift balance push and pull.
Required to wear personal protective equipment (PPE) including but not limited to a lab coat gloves safety glasses face mask respirator and safety shoes.
Benefits - Comprehensive compensation package includes base salary generous RSUs. Salary range for this role is $85000 - $115000 annually. The salary will be determined based on the candidates experience knowledge skills and abilities.
- Health benefits include medical dental and vision coverage. 100% employer-paid medical plan available. PPO and HMO medical plans.
- Employer-funded Health Reimbursement Account (HRA). HSA compatible Medical Plan FSA options.
- Commuter Benefits.
- Basic Life and AD&D Insurance. Additional Voluntary Employee and Dependent Life and AD&D is available.
- Short & Long-term Disability.
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP) Mental Health support.
- Voluntary Coverage Package to support your wellness goals including Work/Life Services Fitness and Fertility/Surrogacy/Adoption Support.
- Pet Health Insurance (Dogs & Cats).
- Traditional and Roth 401(k). No match.
- Generous Vacation Leave starting with 3 weeks of annual accrual and Paid Sick Leave up to 40 hours a year.
- 10 paid holidays.
- 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 Companys policy is to recruit hire train promote and administer all employment-related matters based on an individuals qualifications abilities and efforts without regard to protected status.
Required Experience:
Manager