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Job Title: Chemical Technician

Reports to: Facilities Manager  

Job Type: Non-Exempt, Full-Time

Locations: Fremont, CA (On-site)

Company Description

Amprius develops, designs, and manufactures very high-performance lithium-ion cells for advanced applications. Amprius invented and perfected a 100% silicon anode which enables the highest energy density cell commercially available in the industry.

Summary

We are currently seeking a Chemical Technician with experience in wet etch processes to join our team. The ideal candidate will have a foundational understanding in chemical handling, Acid Waste Neutralization (AWN), wet etching techniques and has experience with Environmental, Health, and Safety (EHS) practices. This role is critical in ensuring the safe and efficient operation of our laboratory and manufacturing processes. This is a TEMP to PERM role.

Job Responsibilities

• Execute wet etching processes following stringent operational and safety protocols.
• Monitor and maintain the AWN system, including pH level checks and probe calibrations.
• Conduct AWN system spot checks using a separate pH probe to ensure accuracy.Ensure compliance with USD permit requirements for AWN operations.
• Submit timely and accurate reports to the USD detailing AWN system compliance and incidents.
• Responsible for the maintenance and operational integrity of the RO/DI water purification system, ensuring a consistent supply of high-quality water to support the wet etch and AWN equipment.
• Efficiently manage hazardous waste from satellite accumulation to the central accumulation area, ensuring regulatory compliance.
• Perform thorough inspections of accumulation and chemical storage areas.
• Maintain detailed logs of hazardous waste management activities.
• Oversee the chemical inventory for the wet etch process, ensuring the availability of necessary supplies and avoiding shortages.
• Accurately label, store, and handle chemicals according to established EHS standards.

• Deep understanding of USD and California’s environmental and wastewater treatment regulations.
• Proficiency in maintenance tasks associated with AWN and RO/DI systems, including technical troubleshooting and preventive maintenance.
• Knowledge of EHS guidelines, hazardous waste regulations, and chemical storage best practices
• Strong organizational, communication, and documentation skills, capable of effective collaboration and reporting.
• Highly organized, self-motivated, and enjoy working in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to multitask and pay close attention to details.

Education Requirement:

• High School Diploma, GED, or equivalent required.
• Minimum 1 years of relevant experience in a chemical laboratory or manufacturing setting, with expertise in wet etching, hazardous waste management, chemical inventory, AWN, and RO/DI systems.
• Experience as EHS Technician strongly preferred

Physical Demands & Work Location:

• Fremont, CA: This is an on-site job. Reliable commute or planning to relocate before starting work is required.
• Adhere to the company’s quality and safety requirements.
• Be able to lift and/or move objects up to 40 pounds.
• Physically capable of performing laboratory task, standing for prolonged periods. May be required to sit, squat, bend, kneel, twist, crawl, reach, lift, balance, push, and pull.
• Must wear personal protective equipment (PPE) including, but not limited to, a lab coat, gloves, safety glasses, face mask, respirator and safety shoes.

Work Schedule 

• Monday to Friday, 9:00 am to 5:30 pm
• Flexibility to work evenings and weekends to coordinate timely shipping of orders.

• Salary: S28.00 to $40.00 per hour
• Traditional and Roth 401(k)
• Cell phone reimbursement for $50/month
• Comprehensive health benefits package, Vacation, 10 paid Holidays, available for PERM employees.

Amprius Technologies is committed to promoting an equal employment opportunity workplace environment and is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expressions, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability status, genetic information (GINA), protected veteran status, or any characteristic protected by law. The Company’s policy is to recruit, hire, train, promote, and administer all employment-related matters based on an individual’s qualifications, abilities, and efforts without regard to protected status.

 Job Title: Quality Inspector

Reports to: Production Supervisor

Job Location: Fremont, CA (On-site)

Job Type: Full-time, Non-exempt

Company Description

Amprius develops, designs, and manufactures very high-performance lithium-ion cells for advanced applications. Amprius invented and perfected a 100% silicon anode which enables the highest energy density cell commercially available in the industry.

Summary

The Quality Inspector measures various attributes related to product quality and evaluates if the attributes conform to specified limits.  This position is critical to identifying issues that may have an adverse effect on quality and customer satisfaction. This is a TEMP to PERM.

Job Responsibilities

• Measure specified features and review supplier documents of purchased components/materials
• Performs Final Inspections per work instructions and enters data into the production software.
• Evaluates measurement results against the specified tolerance to determine conformity.
• Work with Quality Engineers to perform First Article Inspections (FAI) and other Inspections.
• Measure and/or count inventory of production components, products, and materials.
• Perform qualitative visual inspections and evaluate against reference samples or photos to evaluate conformance.
• Communicate out of tolerance conditions to the applicable manager and write an NC (nonconformance) report when applicable.
• Raise concerns and effectively communicate when specifications are incomplete or appear incorrect.
• Determine the correct sample size for inspections
• Move inventory from pending inspection location to finished goods locations and make corresponding transaction in the production software.
• Operates more advanced metrology equipment like dimensional vision systems and cell testers.
• Performs other quality related tasks as deemed necessary.

• Ability to select the appropriate measurement equipment.

• Ability to correctly operate measurement equipment such as weight scale, caliper, micrometer, and multimeter.
• Identifies issues and clearly communicates the problem to the appropriate person.
• Respectful and relatable to team members with a positive outlook.

Education and Experience

• HS Diploma, GED, or equivalent required
• Certified Quality Inspector (ASQ) or similar certificate preferred.
• Minimum of 3 years of experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Highly organized, self-motivated, and enjoy working in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to multitask and pay close attention to details.

Physical Demands & Work Location:

• Fremont, CA: This is an on-site job. Reliable commute or planning to relocate before starting work is required.
• Adhere to the company’s quality and safety requirements.
• Be able to lift and/or move objects up to 50 pounds.
• May be required to stand, sit, squat, bend, kneel, twist, crawl, reach, lift, balance, push, and pull.
• Required to wear personal protective equipment (PPE) including, but not limited to, a lab coat, gloves, safety glasses, face mask, respirator and safety shoes.

Work Schedule

• Monday to Friday, 9:00 am to 5:30 pm
• Flexibility to work evenings and weekends to coordinate timely shipping of orders.

• Salary: $.26.00 - $32.00 (DOE)
• Traditional and Roth 401(k)
• Cell phone reimbursement for $50/month
• Comprehensive health benefits package, PTO, Paid Holidays, available for PERM employees.

Amprius Technologies is committed to promoting an equal employment opportunity workplace environment and is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expressions, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability status, genetic information (GINA), protected veteran status, or any characteristic protected by law. The Company’s policy is to recruit, hire, train, promote, and administer all employment-related matters based on an individual’s qualifications, abilities, and efforts without regard to protected status.

Job Title: Cell Assembly & Testing Technician, R&D

Job Type: Full Time, Non-Exempt

Location: Fremont, CA (On-site)

Reports to: Director of Cell Development

Company Description

Amprius develops, designs, and manufactures very high-performance lithium-ion cells for advanced applications. Amprius invented and perfected a 100% silicon anode that enables the highest energy density cell commercially available in the industry.

Summary

Amprius is looking for a Cell Assembly & Testing Technician to join the R&D team of technicians, engineers, and scientists to conduct R&D experiments, including single-layer and multi-layer pouch cell assembly, set up the cells for testing, and electrode inspection. The candidate must be reliable and able to communicate with engineers and supervise the projects as requested. This is a TEMP role with an opportunity to be converted to PERM.

Job Responsibilities

• Use small equipment and hand tools to produce components and battery cells.
• Set up multi-layer and single-layer cells for testing, including formation, capacity check, and cycling.
• Operate large equipment safely and efficiently.
• Measure materials with micrometer, mass scale, digital multi-meter, and caliper.
• Visually evaluate defects from a list of standard defects
• Input data into quality management software.
• Assemble components into a physically complete cell.

• Experience with battery testing equipment such as Arbin and Neware.
• Pay attention to details and different recipes and formulas for cell fabrication.
• Adhere to the company’s quality and safety requirements. Committed to environmental health and safety.
• Strong work ethic, high accountability, and good communication skills.
• Clear written and verbal skills to communicate your observations and ideas and collaborate with colleagues to tackle technical challenges.
• Self-motivated to work in a fast-paced, technically stimulating environment and quickly adapt to changes and achieve results.

Required Education and Experience

• High School Diploma, GED, or equivalent required
• At least one (1) year of experience as an Equipment Operator or Technician in one of the following industries: Semiconductor, Solar, Battery, Electronics, or Automotive.
• Basic computer skills.

Physical Demands and Working Location:  

• Fremont, CA: This is an on-site job. Reliable commute or planning to relocate before starting work is required.
• Sitting at a desk and working on a computer
• Ability to perform work in cleanroom, dry room, or fume hood that requires the use of fine motor skills for extended periods of time, standing, reaching, and twisting motions with hands, and moving/lifting up to 20 lbs.
• Wear personal protective equipment (PPE) including, but not limited to, a lab coat, gloves, safety glasses, face mask, respirator and safety shoes.

Work Schedule:

• Monday to Friday, 9:00 am – 5:30 pm
• Occasional evening and weekend work may be required as job duties demand.

• Salary: $.28.00 - $36.00 (DOE)
• Traditional and Roth 401(k)
• Cell phone reimbursement for $50/month
• Comprehensive health benefits package, PTO, Paid Holidays, available for PERM employees.

Amprius Technologies is committed to promoting an equal employment opportunity workplace environment and is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expressions, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability status, genetic information (GINA), protected veteran status, or any characteristic protected by law. The Company’s policy is to recruit, hire, train, promote, and administer all employment-related matters based on an individual’s qualifications, abilities, and efforts without regard to protected status.

Job Title: Sr. Manager, Strategic Accounts

Job Type: Exempt, Full Time

Location: Fremont, CA (on-site)

Company Description

Amprius Technologies develops, designs, and manufactures very high-performance lithium-ion battery cells for advanced applications. Amprius invented and perfected a 100% silicon anode which enables the highest energy density battery cell commercially available in the industry.

General Summary

The Sr. Manager, Strategic Accounts is responsible for maximizing Amprius Technologies’ market share and sales opportunities by promoting product growth and providing development, management, and account direction for assigned accounts. The position is accountable for new and emerging strategic business creation as well as building account relationships at all organizational levels.

Essential Job Responsibilities

• Establishes account plans.
• Develops strong, effective relationships.
• Manages assigned account(s)
• Establishes and tactically implements market penetration plans.
• Facilitates pricing coordination for assigned accounts.
• Reviews, maintains, and assures effective implementation and execution of customer contracts, Non-Disclosure Agreements (NDAs), Vendor Managed Inventories (VMIs), etc.
• Experience with analyzing and preparing forecasts and estimates
• Coordinate with internal teams in support of customer requirements and engagement

Miscellaneous Job Responsibilities

• Represent Amprius at tradeshow and other industry events as-needed
• Performs other job-related responsibilities and duties, as assigned

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree.
• 5+ years of experience in sales or marketing in an electronic-related or other technical industry.
• Experience interfacing with OEMs and/or Tier-One customers/suppliers.
• Strong ability and flexibility to successfully work among fast-paced cross-functional teams.
• Demonstrated ability to execute strategies
• Superior communications skills, both locally and globally
• Advanced negotiation and consultative skills
• Business and financial acumen
• Experience with sales analytics
• Demonstrated success in managing an extensive product portfolio
• Ability to understand customer needs and develop mutually beneficial solutions.

Preferred Qualifications

• MBA
• Experience in Project Management or Consulting
• Experience in Manufacturing sales.
• Experience in sales data collection and analysis.
• Marketing and market planning knowledge.
• Knowledge of target-market industries.
• Previous budgetary and/or forecasting responsibilities.

Travel

• Frequent domestic and infrequent international travel.

Physical Requirements/Work Environment

• Onsite in Fremont, CA
• Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer
• Must be able to lift and move up to 20 pounds at a time.

• Comprehensive compensation package includes base salary + generous RSUs. Salary range for this role is $120,000 - $175,000 (DOE)
• Health benefits include medical, dental, and vision coverage. Medical options available that are 100% covered by the employer. Employer-funded Health Reimbursement Account (HRA)
• Traditional and Roth 401(k)
• Generous vacation leave starting with 3 weeks of annual accrual. 10 paid holidays. Sick time off.
• Cell phone reimbursement for $50/month

Amprius Technologies is committed to promoting an equal employment opportunity workplace environment and is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expressions, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability status, genetic information (GINA), protected veteran status, or any characteristic protected by law. The Company’s policy is to recruit, hire, train, promote, and administer all employment-related matters based on an individual’s qualifications, abilities, and efforts without regard to protected status.