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Manufacturing Technician at Peak Energy
Burlingame, CaliforniaFull-timeManufacturing OperationsPosted about 1 month ago
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<p class="font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]"><strong>Job Title:</strong> Manufacturing Technician</p>
<p class="font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]"><strong>Location:</strong> Burlingame, CA</p>
<p class="font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]"><strong>Department:</strong> Manufacturing</p>
<p class="font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]"><strong>Reports To:</strong> Senior Manager, Manufacturing Operations</p>
<p class="font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]"><strong>Position Type:</strong> Full-time</p>
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<p class="font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]"><strong>About Peak Energy</strong></p>
<p class="font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]">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.</p>
<p class="font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]">Sodium-Ion is cheap, readily available and safe, making it the leading contender in a rapidly evolving market.</p>
<p class="font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]">Our leadership team is powered by decades of expertise in scaling gigawatt-level innovation at world-class companies such as Tesla, Northvolt, Apple, Powin, Enovix, Zipline, Solid Power, and Fluence. We are backed by strategic investment and product partners such as TDK Ventures and Eclipse Ventures.</p>
<p class="font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]">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.</p>
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<p class="font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]"><strong>About the Role – Manufacturing Technician</strong></p>
<p class="font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]">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.</p>
<p class="font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]">You will work at the intersection of hands-on production and engineering collaboration, playing a key role as Peak Energy scales its Energy Storage Systems manufacturing operations.</p>
<p class="font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]">The ideal candidate is results-oriented, detail-driven, and thrives in a fast-paced environment where accountability and continuous improvement are part of the daily rhythm.</p>
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<p class="font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]"><strong>What You'll Do</strong></p>
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<li class="font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2">Meet daily and weekly production plan targets and track actual performance against plan</li>
<li class="font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2">Ensure production output meets demand schedules, both in volume and timing</li>
<li class="font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2">Take ownership of first-pass yield, scrap, and rework rates to maintain quality performance</li>
<li class="font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2">Conduct in-process and final inspections to verify product quality against specifications</li>
<li class="font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2">Escalate and help resolve quality issues, driving corrective and preventive actions</li>
<li class="font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2">Maintain compliance with safety, quality, and documentation standards</li>
<li class="font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2">Provide structured feedback to engineering teams on design, assembly methods, and process performance</li>
<li class="font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2">Support NPIs, pilot builds, and process validation activities</li>
<li class="font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2">Assist in executing Engineering Change Orders (ECOs) and updating documentation as processes evolve</li>
<li class="font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2">Collect and analyze production data to support root cause investigations</li>
<li class="font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2">Identify bottlenecks and inefficiencies impacting plan vs. actual performance</li>
<li class="font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2">Recommend and implement improvements to processes, tooling, and methods</li>
<li class="font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2">Participate in Lean/5S initiatives and help standardize best practices across operations</li>
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<p class="font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]"><strong>What You'll Bring</strong></p>
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<li class="font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2">Associate degree or technical certification in Manufacturing, Mechanical, Electrical, or a related field, or equivalent experience</li>
<li class="font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2">2+ years of experience in a manufacturing environment with exposure to engineering or process development</li>
<li class="font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2">Willingness to work a rotating schedule including weekends and 12-hour shifts</li>
<li class="font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2">Proven ability to track, report, and act on production metrics including plan vs. actual, yield, and throughput</li>
<li class="font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2">Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills with mechanical and electrical aptitude</li>
<li class="font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2">Familiarity with ERP/MES systems for scheduling and reporting</li>
<li class="font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2">Results-oriented with accountability for meeting demand and quality expectations</li>
<li class="font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2">Strong communicator who can bridge production and engineering functions</li>
<li class="font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2">Analytical mindset with ability to interpret data and drive improvements</li>
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<p class="font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]"><strong>Preferred Qualifications</strong></p>
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<li class="font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2">Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, or other continuous improvement methodologies</li>
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<p class="font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]">Peak Energy is committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce. We strongly encourage women, people of color, and individuals from underrepresented groups to apply. We value skills, potential, and perspective over specific credentials. If you're excited about this role but your experience doesn't look perfect on paper, we still want to hear from you.</p>
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<p class="font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]"><strong>Our Core Values</strong></p>
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<li class="font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2"><strong>Speed Through Focus</strong> – Move fast but understand why. Focus on the goal, don't sacrifice quality.</li>
<li class="font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2"><strong>Mission Over Self</strong> – It's about the greater good; confident humility. Take ownership and accountability.</li>
<li class="font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2"><strong>Face the Brutal Truth</strong> – Transparency, honesty, big picture curiosity. Fearless decision making.</li>
<li class="font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2"><strong>Be a Good Person</strong> – Kindness, collaboration and teamwork.</li>
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<p class="font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]"><strong>Compensation & Benefits</strong></p>
<p class="font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]">The salary range for this role starts at $35/hour, with actual pay varying based on work location, experience, and skills. Our competitive benefits package includes:</p>
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<li class="font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2">Flexible time off</li>
<li class="font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2">Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage</li>
<li class="font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2">Strong 401(k) plan</li>
<li class="font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2">Equity opportunities</li>
<li class="font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2">Many great work perks</li>
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<p class="font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]">Join us to thrive in a supportive environment while making a meaningful impact in the energy sector!</p>
<p class="font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]">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.</p>
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