Quality Technician

ABOUT ONE

To transition away from fossil fuels, the world needs innovative and affordable technology. That’s why Our Next Energy (ONE) is accelerating the world’s progress toward net zero emissions and electrification by doubling the range of electric vehicles, prioritizing safety and building a sustainable U.S. supply chain.

Founded in 2020, ONE designs and manufactures energy storage solutions for vehicles, renewables and the grid that use safe, sustainable LFP chemistry based on abundant iron. ONE is headquartered in Novi, Michigan with offices in Fremont, CA, Torrance, CA and Boston. In 2024, ONE will start battery production at the ONE Circle Gigafactory in Van Buren Township, Michigan.  

ONE is looking for a wide variety of innovators to help us engineer, test, improve, manufacture and market our technology. Join the #ONETeam today and be part of Forbes #3 “Best Startups to Work For” in 2023.

ONE team members are transforming the energy storage industry worldwide. The future will arrive faster if we build it together. Visit www.one.ai/careers for more information.

Job Summary 

The position reports to the Quality Supervisor. Initially, this position will perform analytical testing to support the plant's quality system. The role will work on the shift in a 24/7 operation. The daily routine will require the Quality Technician to be on their feet nearly 100%, including walking, standing, reaching, lifting, stooping, or bending. The technician will work closely with production teams to ensure that quality standards are met throughout manufacturing. 

Essential Duties and Responsibilities 

• Conduct standardization and calibration of lab equipment, document results, and identify issues
• Perform analytical testing of materials and product in compliance with work instructions
• Document test results
• Review test results to ensure compliance and to identify short-term trends that require attention.
• Communicate test results to operators
• Identify and segregate non-conforming product
• Prepare reports as needed.
• Participate in internal audits
• On a daily basis, assess quality performance issues, engage the required resources, and participate in corrective/preventive action
• Assist Quality Engineers as needed
• Engage daily with operators and technicians to identify opportunities and to drive improvement
• Actively monitor compliance with the Quality System, and engage in correcting non-compliances
• Provide hands-on assistance to the Operations function in their daily activity

Qualifications and/or Experience 

• High school diploma or GED
• Previous experience in a quality related role 
• Must be comfortable with working in an environment requiring: safety gasses, safety shoes, and other job specific PPE
• Must be able to read, write, and understand work instructions and documentation
• Must be able to use computer-based work tools
• May be required to lift containers weighing up to 30 lbs
• The daily routine will require the Quality Technician to be on their feet nearly 100%, including walking, standing, reaching, lifting, stooping, or bending
• Judgment, problem solving, and decision-making skills
• Interpersonal skills, with willingness to constructively address issues
• Flexibility to learn, to accept new challenges, and to perform multiple roles
• Team player, offering help without being asked wherever the help is needed
• Strong sense of ownership and accountability, with a commitment to excellence
• Strong sense of urgency 
   

Work Schedule 

• Work schedule to be established with supervisor to ensure Company’s client and business needs are met.