Electrode Process Engineering

Electrode

• Mixing: The active materials are mixed by combining the processed metal oxides with a conductive additive and a binder
• Coating: This mixture is called a slurry which is then coated onto metal foil sheets, typically aluminum or copper
• Pressing: To press the coated electrode materials. Pressing removes excess solvents and improves the density, adhesion
• Slitting: The machine uses sharp blades or rotary cutters to slice the sheet into narrower strips or ribbons of the desired width

Key Areas of Responsibility:

• 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.

Required Qualifications:

• 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

Preferred Qualifications:

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

Skills

• 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