<div>About Blue CurrentBlue Current is the industry leader in the development of silicon solid state batteries. Free of flammable liquid electrolytes, Blue Current’s fully dry, inherently safe batteries significantly reduce risks to human and environmental health while providing a higher-performance alternative to traditional lithium ion batteries. Blue Current’s silicon-based platform is highly adaptable, enabling a cost-effective solution for both the mobility and stationary storage markets. Blue Current’s team works out of its state-of-the-art headquarters and pilot line facility in Hayward, CA. To learn more about Blue Current, Inc., visit <a href="https://bluecurrent.com/">https://bluecurrent.com/</a>.</div>Description As a battery manufacturing technician you will be focused on producing battery materials and/or building cells that deliver high energy density, safety, and manufacturability. You will be spending your day creating a supply of materials and/or building cells and then characterizing all in an effort to support whole Blue Current team. A background in materials science, chemical engineering, chemistry, or any related field is preferred. This position will offer hands-on, fast paced work on a growing team that has a shared passion to change the energy storage landscape.Responsibilities<ul><li>Produce various battery components, assemble battery cells and put up for test (electrode material processing, slurry mixing, coating, assembly and formation)</li><li>Making materials and cells in glove box and/or pilot scale manufacturing line (Roll to roll process, stacking machine, tab welding, pouch sealing and others)</li><li>Characterize cell materials using with various analytical techniques (e.g. Rheometer, Viscometer, Particle size analyzer, Thickness measurement, Microscope and others)</li></ul><ul><li>Maintain the organization and cleanliness of the laboratory spaces</li><li>Perform frequent preventative maintenance and calibrations on equipment to maintain best operating conditions and functionality</li></ul><ul><li>Complete material documentation accurately and timely with detail</li><li>Quickly adapt to constantly evolving processes of core technology while maintaining detailed notes and updated data sheets that reflect changes</li></ul>Requirements<ul><li>3+ years of work experience in a fast-paced lab or manufacturing environment requiring high accuracy execution of processes or experiments</li><li>Previous powder process (Powder mixing, synthesis process, sieving, classification)</li><li>And/or Previous roll to roll process and machine (slot die, gravure, comma coating, calendering, slitting) experience</li><li>And/or Previous slurry mixing experience (Handling powder, solvent, handling various types of mixers)</li><li>And/or battery cell assembly (Stamping, stacking, JR winding, ultrasonic welding, pouch sealing)</li><li>Previous glovebox/dry room experience</li><li>Previous chemical manufacturing experience</li><li>Experience working in an environment that requires strong attention to detail and precision</li><li>Consistent and thorough documentation, and standard operating procedures</li><li>Ability to work in a dry room and a glove box for extended periods of time</li><li>Ability to stand or sit for long periods of time and perform hand intensive repetitive tasks</li><li>Above-average fine manual dexterity and visual acuity</li><li>Working knowledge of Excel and Word</li><li>Strong interpersonal and organizational skills and experience working with team members to overcome technical challenges</li><li>Clear written and verbal skills to logically communicate ideas and thought processes</li><li>Appreciation for and adherence to lab and work safety policies</li></ul><ul><li>Ability to read and understand SDS</li></ul>Preferred<ul><li>Familiarity with analytical tools such as SEM, XRD, TGA, Viscometer, Rheometer, Particle size analyzer, Powder characteristics (Bulk/Tap density, Microscope, Micrometer,</li><li>Experience of working in a chemical laboratory and handling hazardous materials</li><li>Basic knowledge about chemistry (understanding of difference between acid/base, meaning of pH, and awareness of those risks)</li></ul>Location - Hayward, CAJob Type - Full-timeSchedule - Monday to FridayAbility to commute/relocate - Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work<div>Blue Current is committed to Equal Employment Opportunity and embraces diversity. We believe that our team is strengthened through hiring and retaining employees with diverse backgrounds, skill sets, ideas, and perspectives. We make hiring decisions based on merit and do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, national origin, sex or gender (including pregnancy) gender identity or expression (including transgender status), sexual orientation, age, marital, veteran, disability status or any other protected category in accordance with applicable law.</div>

Blue Current manufactures silicon elastic composite solid-state batteries for EVs and non-automotive device applications. Blue Current leads with science, data and thoughtful IP across the full solid-state battery solution stack.

Battery Manufacturing Technician

<div>About Blue CurrentBlue Current is the industry leader in the development of silicon solid state batteries. Free of flammable liquid electrolytes, Blue Current’s fully dry, inherently safe batteries significantly reduce risks to human and environmental health while providing a higher-performance alternative to traditional lithium ion batteries. Blue Current’s silicon-based platform is highly adaptable, enabling a cost-effective solution for both the mobility and stationary storage markets. Blue Current’s team works out of its state-of-the-art headquarters and pilot line facility in Hayward, CA. To learn more about Blue Current, Inc., visit <a href="https://bluecurrent.com/">https://bluecurrent.com/</a>.</div>Description As a battery manufacturing technician you will be focused on producing battery materials and/or building cells that deliver high energy density, safety, and manufacturability. You will be spending your day creating a supply of materials and/or building cells and then characterizing all in an effort to support whole Blue Current team. A background in materials science, chemical engineering, chemistry, or any related field is preferred. This position will offer hands-on, fast paced work on a growing team that has a shared passion to change the energy storage landscape.Responsibilities<ul><li>Produce various battery components, assemble battery cells and put up for test (electrode material processing, slurry mixing, coating, assembly and formation)</li><li>Making materials and cells in glove box and/or pilot scale manufacturing line (Roll to roll process, stacking machine, tab welding, pouch sealing and others)</li><li>Characterize cell materials using with various analytical techniques (e.g. Rheometer, Viscometer, Particle size analyzer, Thickness measurement, Microscope and others)</li></ul><ul><li>Maintain the organization and cleanliness of the laboratory spaces</li><li>Perform frequent preventative maintenance and calibrations on equipment to maintain best operating conditions and functionality</li></ul><ul><li>Complete material documentation accurately and timely with detail</li><li>Quickly adapt to constantly evolving processes of core technology while maintaining detailed notes and updated data sheets that reflect changes</li></ul>Requirements<ul><li>3+ years of work experience in a fast-paced lab or manufacturing environment requiring high accuracy execution of processes or experiments</li><li>Previous powder process (Powder mixing, synthesis process, sieving, classification)</li><li>And/or Previous roll to roll process and machine (slot die, gravure, comma coating, calendering, slitting) experience</li><li>And/or Previous slurry mixing experience (Handling powder, solvent, handling various types of mixers)</li><li>And/or battery cell assembly (Stamping, stacking, JR winding, ultrasonic welding, pouch sealing)</li><li>Previous glovebox/dry room experience</li><li>Previous chemical manufacturing experience</li><li>Experience working in an environment that requires strong attention to detail and precision</li><li>Consistent and thorough documentation, and standard operating procedures</li><li>Ability to work in a dry room and a glove box for extended periods of time</li><li>Ability to stand or sit for long periods of time and perform hand intensive repetitive tasks</li><li>Above-average fine manual dexterity and visual acuity</li><li>Working knowledge of Excel and Word</li><li>Strong interpersonal and organizational skills and experience working with team members to overcome technical challenges</li><li>Clear written and verbal skills to logically communicate ideas and thought processes</li><li>Appreciation for and adherence to lab and work safety policies</li></ul><ul><li>Ability to read and understand SDS</li></ul>Preferred<ul><li>Familiarity with analytical tools such as SEM, XRD, TGA, Viscometer, Rheometer, Particle size analyzer, Powder characteristics (Bulk/Tap density, Microscope, Micrometer,</li><li>Experience of working in a chemical laboratory and handling hazardous materials</li><li>Basic knowledge about chemistry (understanding of difference between acid/base, meaning of pH, and awareness of those risks)</li></ul>Location - Hayward, CAJob Type&nbsp;- Full-timeSchedule&nbsp;- Monday to FridayAbility to commute/relocate&nbsp;- Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work<div>Blue Current is committed to Equal Employment Opportunity and embraces diversity. We believe that our team is strengthened through hiring and retaining employees with diverse backgrounds, skill sets, ideas, and perspectives. We make hiring decisions based on merit and do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, national origin, sex or gender (including pregnancy) gender identity or expression (including transgender status), sexual orientation, age, marital, veteran, disability status or any other protected category in accordance with applicable law.</div>

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