Laboratory Technician

Ascend Elements is a fast-growing organization that is revolutionizing the production of lithium-ion battery materials for electric vehicles. Recognized as a climate technology leader, the company elevates the value of recycled elements and engineers’ sustainable battery materials to support the global clean-energy transition. The company’s patented Hydro-to-Cathode™ direct precursor synthesis technology produces new, sustainable cathode materials from spent lithium-ion batteries more efficiently than traditional methods, resulting in improved performance and lower carbon emissions. Ascend Elements is taking sustainability in the lithium-ion battery industry to a higher level.

Job Overview

The Lab Technician of the Covington Plant reports to the Quality Manager. In this position, the Employee shall be responsible for both the final quality checks of finished goods and for promoting continuous improvement of the plant’s production processes.

Pitman Schedule: 12HR Shifts - no rotating

Primary Duties

• Observe all company, state and federal safety and environmental regulations
• Perform laboratory testing in the analysis of raw material and finished good samples
• Perform internal audits (i.e., process checks, ISO audits)
• Run complex chemical reactions
• Calibrate and maintain analytical equipment per manufacturer's recommendations
• Store, mix, and retrieve chemicals for sample preparation and analysis
• Manage multiple samples and replicates for analysis over a shift
• Maintain a clean and productive area by ensuring that equipment and work area is cleaned after use, and the equipment is maintained per the preventative maintenance schedule
• Meet all physical requirement of the positions: walking/standing for extended periods of time
  
  

Additional Responsibilities

• Be committed to and support the EHS management process to obtain the ISO 14001 and ISO 45001 certification as well as participate in system standards and practices in its compliance and commitment to policies, objectives, operational controls, documentation, system guidelines, and others that the organization subscribes to as mandatory.
• Will participate in all EHS aspects, including reporting hazards, incidents, and injury/illness without fear of reprisal.
• Attend an Environment, Health, and Safety Orientation program appropriate to their work environment.
• Follow 6S step-by-step methodology to maintain orderly workspaces and resources thereby enhancing productivity and safety.
  
  

Qualification And Experience

• Education:
• Associate Degree in Chemistry, Physics, or Engineering with one or more years of experience in an analytical laboratory environment
• Technical training and experience with analytical equipment and chemistry principles
• Experience: 1 or more years of previous laboratory experience, experience with battery materials a plus
• Understanding of chemical processes (i.e., acid/base reactions, chemical identification)
• Prior experience with analytical equipment to perform ICP-OES, Karl Fischer Titration, Tapped Density, Particle Size Analysis a strong plus
• Attention to detail
• Desire to be a strong team member
• Ability to lift 50lbs or more
  

Physical And Environmental Requirements

Capable of wearing task specific personal protective equipment which may include dust mask, air purifying respirator (i.e., half and/or full faced), safety shoes, gloves, safety glasses, and ear protection.

Capable of meeting OSHA standards for manual lifting guidelines:

While performing the duties of this job it is required to stand, walk, and use hands to operate objects, tools, or controls; reach with hands or arms; climb, balance, stoop, kneel, or crouch when necessary for job activity.

Ability to stand and/or walk for extended periods.

Must be able to work in a variety of weather conditions and temperatures.

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Ascend Elements is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.