Manufacturing Technician
Peak Energy Core Values
Speed Through Focus: Prioritize what matters most and execute quickly without distractions.
Mission Over Self: Put the company's mission and team success ahead of individual interests.
Face the Brutal Truth: Embrace honesty, even when it’s uncomfortable, to make informed decisions.
Be a Good Person: Treat everyone with respect and integrity, fostering a positive and ethical work environment.
About the Company:
Peak Energy is the first American venture to advance globally proven Sodium-Ion battery systems as the storage standard for the new era of renewable energy on a resilient grid.
Sodium-Ion is cheap, readily available and safe, making it the leading contender in a rapidly evolving market.
Our leadership team is powered by decades of expertise in scaling gigawatt-level innovation at world-class companies such as Tesla, Northvolt, SunPower, Fluence, and Enovix. We are backed by strategic investment and product partners such as TDK Ventures and Eclipse Ventures.
We are a team of engineers, operators, entrepreneurs, and partners driven by a shared ambition to set the new performance standard for renewable energy and grid resilience.
Position Overview
The Manufacturing Technician at Peak Energy is a versatile role responsible for executing daily production activities while partnering closely with engineering to improve processes, quality, and efficiency. This role is directly accountable for meeting production schedules, ensuring product quality, and supporting continuous improvement to align actual output with demand requirements across NPI and Production Builds.
Key Responsibilities
Production Execution & Accountability
- Meet daily/weekly production plan targets and track actual performance against plan.
- Ensure production output meets demand schedules, both in volume and timing.
- Take ownership of first-pass yield, scrap, and rework rates to maintain quality performance.
Quality & Compliance
- Conduct in-process and final inspections to verify product quality against specifications.
- Escalate and help resolve quality issues, driving corrective and preventive actions.
- Maintain compliance with safety, quality, and documentation standards.
Engineering & Process Support
- Provide structured feedback to engineering teams on design, assembly methods, and process performance.
- Support NPIs, pilot builds, and process validation activities.
- Assist in executing Engineering Change Orders (ECOs) and updating documentation as processes evolve.
- Collect and analyze production data to support root cause investigations.
Continuous Improvement
- Identify bottlenecks and inefficiencies impacting plan vs. actual performance.
- Recommend and implement improvements to processes, tooling, and methods.
- Participate in Lean/5S initiatives and help standardize best practices across operations.
Qualifications
- Associate degree or technical certification in Manufacturing, Mechanical, Electrical, or related field (or equivalent experience).
- 2+ years of experience in a manufacturing environment with exposure to engineering or process development.
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Willingness to work a rotating schedule including weekends and 12-hour shifts
- Proven ability to track, report, and act on production metrics (plan vs. actual, yield, throughput).
- Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills with mechanical/electrical aptitude.
- Familiarity with ERP/MES systems for scheduling and reporting.
- Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, or other continuous improvement methodologies is a plus.
Key Competencies
- Results-oriented with accountability for meeting demand and quality expectations.
- Strong communicator who can bridge production and engineering functions.
- Analytical mindset with ability to interpret data and drive improvements.
The hourly rate for this role starts at $35, with actual pay varying based on work location, experience, and skills. Our competitive benefits package includes flexible PTO, comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage, a strong 401(k) plan, and equity opportunities. Join us to thrive in a supportive environment while making a meaningful impact in the energy sector!
At Peak Energy Technologies Inc., we believe that a diverse and inclusive workplace makes us a more capable, innovative, and competitive company. We welcome people who represent diversity in their backgrounds, ethnicities, cultures, and experiences. Peak Energy Technologies Inc. is an equal opportunity employer, aiming to reach our company’s full potential by cultivating an inclusive workforce. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, ancestry, religion, national origin, sexual orientation, citizenship, marital or family status, disability, gender identity or expression, veteran status, or any other legally protected status.