Manufacturing Associate - Chemical Mixing

Are you ready to rise to the challenge of climate change with the team that will deliver? Form Energy is a U.S. technology and manufacturing company that is developing and commercializing pioneering energy storage technologies to enable the electric grid to run on 100% renewable energy, every day of the year.

Supported by leading investors such as Breakthrough Energy Ventures, ArcelorMittal, TPG Rise, MIT’s The Engine, and others, we share a common belief that low-cost, multi-day energy storage is the key to enable tomorrow’s zero carbon electric grid. Driven by our core values of humanity, excellence, and creativity, we are deeply motivated and inspired to create a better world. We need talented, hardworking individuals who share our goal of tackling the challenge of climate change. Do you want to work with us today to build a better tomorrow? 

Role Description

Form Energy is looking for hands-on manufacturing associates to help us develop our core technology by contributing to our New Production Introduction Operations organization. In this role, individuals will work directly with our pilot operations team to manufacture electrodes. You will be responsible for operating pilot scale manufacturing equipment with newly developed processes and technology as we prepare for our first major installations. This is an exciting opportunity to help shape and be part of the growth of a fast-moving company with breakthrough technology and an incredible mission!

This opportunity is based out of the Greater Pittsburgh Area at Form Energy's Eighty Four, PA facility.

What You'll Do:

• Perform chemical mixing and dip coating operations according to established documented protocols and safety guidelines.

• Monitor and control the manufacturing process parameters to achieve the desired quality.

• Maintain and create records in accordance with established procedures through electronic and written form.

• Operate other pilot manufacturing equipment as assigned and trained per work instructions and in accordance with all safety standards.

• Optimize production output by ensuring timely reporting of downtime (block, starved, or breakdown), quality (rework or scrap), and cycle-time (deviation from the standard).

• Work with the technical team to troubleshoot processing issues

• Update productivity records, shift updates, maintenance logs, and pre/post shift checklists as needed using the established tools or software

• Maintain a clean, safe workspace per 5s standards to make sure the next shift is set up for success

• Continuously improve processes and suggest modifications to enhance productivity, efficiency, and product quality.

What You'll Bring:

• Proven experience (minimum 2 years) working in a manufacturing environment specializing in chemical mixing or handling, such as pigment manufacturing, paint production, or pharmaceutical mixing.

• Experience operating small to medium sized manufacturing equipment.  Direct experience with equipment such as V-blenders, loss in weight feeders, powder conveyance, solvent dispensing systems, and similar equipment highly beneficial

• Understanding of safety protocols and regulations related to chemical handling, personal protective equipment (PPE), and hazardous material management.

• Experience with good general manufacturing practices (GMPs) and electronic data documentation systems 

• Solid communication skills within a group of peers and the broader organization.

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Besides joining a community of people working to make the world better, Form Energy commits to you equitable compensation, stock options, and offers a generous benefits package to make sure you have the support you need to thrive.

We cover 100% of employee premiums and 80% of dependent premiums for medical, dental, and vision insurance for full time employees. We offer a flexible Paid Time Off program and every employee, regardless of gender identity or expression, is eligible for 12 weeks of paid parental bonding leave. A full listing of our benefits is available on our careers page. 

At Form Energy, we are working toward a 100% renewable energy future for everyone in the world. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all our employees and are seeking to build a team that reflects the diversity of the people we hope to serve with our revolutionary products. Form Energy is proud to be an equal opportunity employer.