Assembly Process Engineer

HSAGP ENERGY LLC•Kingston, GA

About The Position

Assembly Notching: Refers to the process where reel of electrode is cut into individual sheets with designed dimensions Vacuum Drying: Vacuum drying removes moisture from sheets of electrodes to ensure low moisture content in assembled battery cells Stacking: The cathode and anode foils are stacked together with a separator material in between to create a jelly roll-like structure. Tab welding: Tab welding connects a set electrode foils to tab. Packaging: The purpose of packaging is to place Jelly roll into formed pouch, fill with electrolyte and seal

Requirements

Education: Bachelor’s degree or higher in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, or a related field
Experiences: 5+ years in high-volume manufacturing, preferably within the battery or related industry
Knowledge of battery production processes and equipment
Proficiency in data analysis and statistical methods
Familiarity with IT systems related to manufacturing, including MES and data verification tools
Problem-solving and troubleshooting skills
Effective communication and teamwork abilities
Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality

Nice To Haves

Battery manufacturing experience
Manufacturing experience related to the process of batteries (mixing, coating, slitting, notching, stacking, welding, packaging, and degassing)

Responsibilities

Troubleshooting and solutions: Identify and resolve issues in processes, product quality, and equipment by developing effective solutions.
Data analysis: Examine production raw data to conduct defect analysis, determine root causes, and implement corrective actions.
Performance improvement: Monitor and enhance yield, overall equipment efficiency (OEE), and parts per million (PPM) in electrode, assembly, and formation production processes.
Compliance Monitoring: Oversee operating conditions at each production stage to ensure adherence to process regulations and address malfunctions.
Technical Expertise: Provide technical support to ensure production aligns with quality, efficiency, and safety standards, including preparation for production runs, oversight during production, and managing changes in instructions or materials.
PFMEA (Process Failure Mode and Effects Analysis) Management: Regularly review and update Process Failure Mode and Effects Analysis (PFMEA).
Reporting: Communicate key production activities, results, and indicators on a daily or weekly basis.
Team Collaborations: Work collaboratively with Engineers, Supervisors, and Operators to achieve production milestones.
Training: Prepare and update work instructions, and provide training for new employees.
Continuous Improvement: Enhance the production environment using 5S (Sort, Set in Order, Shine, Standardize, Sustain) and 3R (Right Material, Right Quantity, Right Position) standards.
IT Systems: Utilize production-related IT systems such as MES and other data verification tools effectively.