Quality Control Technician

Salary: $24.00 - $30.50/hr

Founded to enable the coming electrification of everything, Group14 is the largest commercial manufacturer and supplier of silicon battery technology, elevating performance for every type of battery application. With headquarters in Seattle and Woodinville, WA, Group14 enables battery manufacturers and world-leading OEMs in automotive, consumer electronics, and beyond to achieve transformational milestones for a more sustainable future.

Backed by notable strategic investors and customers such as Porsche AG, Amperex Technology Limited (ATL), BASF, Resonac, and SK Inc, Group14 recently raised a $614 million Series C round and secured an additional $100 million grant from the U.S. Department of Energy to scale its technology.

WE'RE ON A QUEST TO ELECTRIFY THE WORLD

The electrification of everything starts with amazing people. We believe that a more sustainably powered world requires solutions for today, not years from now. The passion, collaboration, perseverance, and bravery of our team continually inspires us to push beyond the conventional to deliver the truly incredible with everything we do.

Group14’s dedication to meeting the battery demands of today through lithium-silicon battery innovation and scalable commercial manufacturing processes are what differentiates us and makes us a reliable partner. Recognized by the Department of Energy for its novel, drop-in ready nanomaterials and reliable industrial-scale process, Group14 serves the global transition to an all-electric future.

Please note: These roles will be on a rotation schedule, which includes nights and weekends.

The Quality Control Technician conducts standard laboratory tests and routine experiments requiring the use of well-established procedures, with some understanding of related principles. These tests may be in support of a product release, equipment qualification or validation, process improvements, product transfers or other site initiatives. We look for you to prepare reports and recommend solutions to technical problems. You will work on assignments that are moderately complex in nature.

WHAT YOU’LL BE DOING:

-Perform quality control tests using the analytical instrumentation.

-Organize sample workflow while prioritizing duties.

-Calculate test results, log, and report results using a computer.

-Create certificates of analysis for finished goods.

-Create nonconformity reports.

-Communicate sample issues interdepartmentally.

-Review test data to ensure results meet all specifications.

-Receive or collect and process samples.

-Perform quality control checks and calibrate equipment, if necessary.

-Troubleshoot instrumentation issues at a beginner level.

-Maintain a clean work area.

-Assist in ordering laboratory supplies.

-Suggest revisions to control documents and standard operating procedures.

-Practice safe work habits, including complying with all safety, health, and environmental rules and regulations.

WHAT WE’RE LOOKING FOR:

-3+ years of analytical quality control experience, related laboratory experience or relevant Science degree.

-Knowledge and understanding of quality systems (example ISO9001).

-Motivated, detail oriented, and organized.

-Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities and multi-task projects.

-Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.

OTHER QUALITIES WE’D LOVE FOR YOU TO HAVE:

-Bachelor’s degree in a scientific or engineering discipline. Ability to work in teams to obtain results by effectively completing assignments with minimal supervision.

-Experience with the following analytical methods: BET, pycnometry, thermogravimetric analysis (TGA), TXRF, and particle size distribution.

-Motivated, detail oriented, with excellent organizational and problem-solving skills.

-The ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities and multi-task projects.

-Self-starter attitude and proactive approach.

-Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, a team player.

-Startup experience.

GROUP14 OFFERS COMPELLING BENEFITS:

-Medical, dental, vision, long-term and short-term disability insurance

-Benefits are 100% paid for by the company for employees (80% for dependents)

-Paid time off

-401(k) with company match

-Stock options

GROUP14 IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

We love creating opportunities for others by connecting people from widely diverse backgrounds, perspectives, and geographies. So, being diverse and inclusive isn’t just something we strive for, it is who we are, and part of what we do each and every single day. We want to ensure that as an employee, you feel Group14 is a place where, no matter who you are, you feel safe, included, and that you have the opportunity to bring your unique self to work.

Please note: We are not able to accommodate candidates in need of work sponsorship at this time.

The base pay range for this role is $24/hr to $32/hr. All positions come with a company bonus and stock options. The actual base pay offered depends on a variety of factors, which may include, the applicant’s qualifications for the position; years of relevant experience; specific and unique skills; level of education attained; certifications or other professional licenses held; other legitimate, non-discriminatory business factors specific to the position; and the geographic location in which the position is located.

NOTICE TO STAFFING AGENCIES AND SEARCH FIRMS

Group14 does not accept unsolicited resumes or candidate submittals from staffing agencies and search firms. Any resumes or candidate submittals sent to our careers site (directly or via job boards) or directly to Group14 employees will not be eligible for any placement fee, and the resume/candidate will be added to our database for direct recruitment.

Group14 only assigns positions to staffing agencies and search firms who are pre-approved by HR and that we have a current agreement with. Not all positions are eligible for a placement fee.