Pilot Plant Technician With Staff Management | SMX, you'll get a weekly paycheck, learn new skills, meet new people, and work with a great management team in a clean and safe environment. The Pilot Plant Technician provides critical support to Research & Development by executing pilot-scale trials, supporting process development, and enabling scale-up of new and improved alkaline battery technologies. This role is focused on the separator, fill, and close areas of the Alkaline Pilot Line. The technician will play a critical role in maintaining pilot line throughput and process continuity, ensuring successful execution of alkaline research and development projects. The ideal candidate is a hands-on, self-motivated individual who works independently, demonstrates a strong aptitude for mechanical systems, understands complex equipment, and processes, and collaborates effectively with scientists and cross-functional teams. This position offers direct involvement in next-generation battery, development, hands-on role influencing product performance and manufacturability, collaborative environment across R&D, engineering, and operations and a safety-first culture with focus on continuous improvement and innovation.
Perks & Benefits:
Weekly paychecks, Direct Deposit or Cash Card pay options, Medical / Dental Insurance.
Shifts: 1st Shift. Employment Types: Full Time, Long Term.
Pay Rate: $23.00 - $25.50 / hour.
Duties:
Execute pilot-scale trials to evaluate new materials, designs, and process improvements.
Operate and maintain equipment used in separator handling, electrolyte filling, and cell assembly.
Support development and optimization of separator materials and related processes.
Manage and process raw materials into finished products to support new technology development.
Collect, measure, and analyze data; provide real-time feedback to R&D teams.
Troubleshoot process and equipment issues and work cross-functionally to resolve them.
Maintain strict adherence to safety protocols, including chemical handling and LOTO procedures.
Identify and report unsafe conditions and support continuous safety improvements.
Maintain housekeeping and 5S standards within the pilot line.
Participate in continuous improvement and team-based problem-solving initiatives.
Position Requirements:
2-5 years of technical, laboratory, pilot plant, or manufacturing experience.
Associate-level coursework (or equivalent experience) in science, engineering, or related field.
Strong mechanical aptitude and ability to operate process equipment.
Ability to interpret schematics, work instructions, and technical documentation.
Strong written and verbal communication skills.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook).Ability to lift to 30 pounds regularly.
Ability to wear respiratory protection.
Willingness to work overtime as needed.
High attention to detail and commitment to quality.
Requirements:
Background Check, Drug Test, Must be at least 18 years old. Able to Lift 30 pounds.
Required education: HS Diploma or GED.
Work Location:
SMXENG, Westlake, OH 44145. Job Types: Manufacturing, Material Handler, Engineering, Laboratory, Quality.
Industry: Manufacturing.
