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Stealth Battery Startup · 9 hours ago

Battery Laboratory Operations Technician

San Jose, CA

Full-time

Onsite

New Grad, Entry Level

$35/hr - $45/hr

Stealth Battery Startup is focused on advanced battery materials and is seeking a Battery Laboratory Operations Technician to support lab- and pilot-scale processing. This hands-on role involves material preparation, conversion, and prototyping operations, while ensuring quality checks and collaborating with engineers.

Utilities

Responsibilities

Operate and maintain laboratory materials conversion equipment (roll cutters, slot-die coaters, lamination presses, laser cutters, punches, etc.)

Prepare materials for prototyping, including mixing, laminating, and adhesion processes

Support dry-room operations, including handling of solvents and electrolyte filling

Perform in-process quality checks and record process data in logs and software systems

Assist with equipment setup, preventative maintenance, troubleshooting, and calibration

Safely handle chemicals, follow standard operating procedures, and maintain compliance with safety and environmental protocols

Collaborate with engineers and scientists to provide feedback on process performance and sample quality

Contribute to continuous improvement in conversion workflows and laboratory operations

Qualification

Materials processing experienceLamination equipment operationDry-room operationsBattery prototyping experienceData entry skillsMechanical aptitudeAttention to detailEffective communicationCollaborative work

Required

High school diploma or equivalent required

Hands-on experience with materials processing, conversion, or lamination equipment (e.g., printing, adhesives, composites, film, or semiconductor industries)

Ability to work in a dry-room environment and handle solvents/electrolytes safely

Basic data entry and documentation skills

Mechanical aptitude with ability to support equipment setup and maintenance

Strong attention to detail and commitment to safety

Effective communication and ability to work collaboratively across teams