QUALITY CONTROL TECHNICIAN- (Weekends Only)

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Navitas Systems LLC, a leader in comprehensive energy storage solutions, was formed in 2011 with the merger of MicroSun Innovative Energy Storage Solutions and MicroSun Electronics, and the acquisition of lithium battery company A123 Systems' Government Solutions Group. In 2019, East Penn Manufacturing, one of the world's leading battery manufacturers, acquired majority interest in Navitas Systems. In SEVEN remarkable decades, East Penn has grown from a one-room shop with a product line of five automotive batteries to one of the world's leading battery manufacturers with over 10,500 full-time employees, 515 product designs, operations around the world, and hundreds of awards for industry excellence.

At our Navitas facilities we engage in the research, design, development, and manufacture of advanced lithium cells and energy storage products and systems for both commercial customers and U.S. Government / military customers. We invest in our people, they are and always will be the heart of this company. Are you ready to join a family-owned enterprise committed to honoring the contributions of everyone? Then Navitas is the right place for you.

Overview

Navitas is ready to invest in you! We are seeking a Quality Control Technician in Ann Arbor, Michigan that will perform various lithium-ion quality tasks including inspections of electrode, cells, and packs.

This is a first shift position Friday-Sunday from 6 : 00am - 6 : 30pm

This position will pay $26.76 plus shift differential

Salary ranges are determined by role, level, and location. Individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education and training.

Responsibilities

Read and comprehend instructions and follow established procedures

Perform in-process visual inspections of Li-ion electrode, cells, and packs.

Perform dimensional inspection of parts against print tolerances.

Complete NCMRs for rejected incoming material.

Complete all ISO quality related documentation.

Record quality anomalies and machine yield rates and report to Quality Engineer.

Record material and batch information on travelers.

Ensure and maintain cleanliness of work area and gages used in the inspection process.

Train co-workers and assist others when problems arise.

Be punctual and reliable in attendance.

Follow all company policies regarding safety, quality, and conduct.

Performs in a manner that will prevent errors and omissions.

Provides advisory support and assistance to the department manager as needed.

Responsible for meeting team targets and key performance indicators

Participate in activities needed to support the management functions of the team.

Physical presence on the job is essential and necessary

Other duties as assigned by management

Qualifications

Education and Experience

High School or GED.

3 years of manufacturing experience; previous battery quality inspection experience preferred.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Individual must be comfortable building products for US and ally military testing and use.

Good verbal communication skills.

Strong attention to detail.

Ability to lift 40 pound loads several times per day and stand for 2-4 hours at a time.

Ability to work in dry room / clean room environment (0 to 2% relative humidity).

ITAR REQUIREMENTS : To conform to U.S. Government International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) the individual must be a U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident of the U.S., protected individual as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3), or eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State.

East Penn Benefits

Navitas / East Penn offers excellent benefits :

Competitive compensation

Group health insurance that includes high quality medical, dental, vision and prescription coverage with a low employee premium

Retirement Savings Plan with company match and a 3% employer contribution

Paid company holidays and Paid Time Off (PTO)

Employee assistance program

Fitness Discounts

Promotional opportunities

At Navitas / East Penn, our employees are our culture; our employees will always be the heart of the company. We are a private, family-owned enterprise committed to cultivating an atmosphere that honors the contributions of everyone. We want our employees to have long-term careers, and many do. More than 38% of our workforce has over a decade of service. Our open-door management policy, comprehensive benefits package, employee appreciation and recognition events, and career advancement opportunities are just some of the ways we show our employees how incredibly valued they are.

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