Job Description
Get to know East Penn! Navitas Systems LLC, a leader in comprehensive energy storage solutions, was formed in 2011 with the merger of MicroSun Innovative Energy Storage Solutions and MicroSun Electronics, and the acquisition of lithium battery company A123 Systems' Government Solutions Group. In 2019, East Penn Manufacturing, one of the world's leading battery manufacturers, acquired majority interest in Navitas Systems. In SEVEN remarkable decades, East Penn has grown from a one-room shop with a product line of five automotive batteries to one of the world's leading battery manufacturers with over 10,500 full-time employees, 515 product designs, operations around the world, and hundreds of awards for industry excellence.
At our Navitas facilities we engage in the research, design, development, and manufacture of advanced lithium cells and energy storage products and systems for both commercial customers and U.S. Government/military customers. We invest in our people, they are and always will be the heart of this company. Are you ready to join a family-owned enterprise committed to honoring the contributions of everyone? Then Navitas is the right place for you.
Overview The High Voltage Battery Test Operator or Pack Line Assembler will conduct battery testing for our high voltage battery line. This position requires the ability to read instructions represented in manuals and follow these instructions. This position exists in a temperature-controlled environment.
Work Schedule: Day Shift Monday-Friday 6am-430pm
Hourly Rate: 19.84/hourly
Responsibilities - Read and comprehend instructions and follow established procedures
- Perform daily testing of high voltage battery assemblies using established test system with PC interface.
- Assist in maintaining calibrations on equipment
- Utilize data reporting and tracking method for test data
- Train new personnel in the operation of test equipment
- Must complete high voltage training and strictly adhere to all safety protocol (PPE in high voltage work area includes tested gloves, full face shield and arch-flash coat)
- Ensure daily 5S of work area (maintain clean and organized work areas)
- Be punctual and reliable in attendance
- Follow all company policies regarding safety, quality, and conduct
- Performs in a manner that will prevent errors and omissions.
- Provides advisory support and assistance to the department manager as needed.
- Responsible for meeting team targets and key performance indicators
- Participate in activities needed to support the management functions of the team.
- Follow all safety guidelines and operate in a safe manner
- Physical presence on the job is essential including weekends and holidays if deemed necessary
- Other duties as assigned by management
Qualifications Education and Experience
- A background in battery testing, electrical testing, or laboratory testing
- Manufacturing environment and electrical equipment operation experience.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
- US citizenship or permanent residency (green card) is required.
- Ability to speak and write English at native level
- Proficiency in the use of Microsoft office suite especially Excel.
- Capability to read and follow process documentation, testing instructions, and software documentation
- Good verbal communication skills (English)
- Strong attention to detail
- Ability to lift 25-pound loads
- Good visual acuity
- Good manual dexterity with both hands
- Flexibility to work an offset shift occasionally in order to accommodate test schedule.
East Penn Benefits Navitas/East Penn offers excellent benefits: - Competitive compensation
- Group health insurance that includes high quality medical, dental, vision and prescription coverage with a low employee premium
- Retirement Savings Plan with company match and a 3% employer contribution
- Paid company holidays and Paid Time Off (PTO)
- Employee assistance program
- Fitness Discounts
- Promotional opportunities
At Navitas/East Penn, our employees are our culture; our employees will always be the heart of the company. We are a private, family-owned enterprise committed to cultivating an atmosphere that honors the contributions of everyone. We want our employees to have long-term careers, and many do. More than 38% of our workforce has over a decade of service. Our open-door management policy, comprehensive benefits package, employee appreciation and recognition events, and career advancement opportunities are just some of the ways we show our employees how incredibly valued they are.
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Job Tags
Hourly pay, Permanent employment, Full time, Work at office, Monday to Friday, Shift work, Day shift,