What are the responsibilities and job description for the Lab Technician position at Sylvatex (SVX)?
Sylvatex is a green nanochemistry company with a mission to eliminate transportation emissions. Our bio-based nanoplatforms are engineered systems that manipulate chemicals, fabricate materials and structures, produce energy, and enhance our environment by providing lower-cost and/or higher-performing solutions. Our IP-protected platform and growing database address multiple billion-dollar markets – from next-generation battery materials to low-cost fuels – while significantly reducing our carbon footprint in key industrial applications.
Sylvatex is currently hiring for a Lab Technician. As a technician at Sylvatex, you will support the development of new cathode processing techniques for Li-ion battery testing. You are passionate about positively impacting the environment with innovative clean energy solutions. You are proactive and capable of operating in a fast-paced startup environment with little supervision. Curiosity and optimism are two of your superpowers. This role will report to the Engineering Director.
The Role:
Compensation & Benefits: Competitive wages based on experience and expertise, bonus plan, healthcare, paid time off, retirement plan (401K), and stock options
Time Commitment: Full time hourly role in our labs in Alameda, CA, and the Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory
Sylvatex does not provide relocation assistance or provide visa sponsorship/transfers.
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Sylvatex is currently hiring for a Lab Technician. As a technician at Sylvatex, you will support the development of new cathode processing techniques for Li-ion battery testing. You are passionate about positively impacting the environment with innovative clean energy solutions. You are proactive and capable of operating in a fast-paced startup environment with little supervision. Curiosity and optimism are two of your superpowers. This role will report to the Engineering Director.
The Role:
- Running and maintaining processing equipment associated with material production (e.g., kilns, mills, etc.)
- Create robust documentation (e.g., batch records, SOPs, reports) and preventative maintenance plans
- Coordinate with researchers to execute and document experimental runs
- Candidate should be able to lift 20-30 pounds daily
- Should be familiar with basic mechanical tools (wrench, drills, etc.)
- Prepare electrodes for battery cell assembly and support electrochemical testing
- Maintain clean and well-organized lab areas that meet safety regulations
- Support the commission of incoming equipment and create documentation for equipment/processes with the help of engineers
- High school diploma and above
- R&D experience in an industry setting is a plus
- Ability to multitask and liaise with professionals in different fields
- Proficiency in MS Office or similar
- Ability to understand verbal and written instructions
- Ability to follow health and safety regulations
- Detail-oriented
- Self-starter and a bias for action – do things before being asked to or forced to by events
- Promotes open and effective written and verbal communication
- Actively promotes a positive team spirit
- Actively engages and respects the diverse contributions of teams, partners, or networks
- Demonstrates openness to new ideas
- Look for ways to do things better, faster, and more efficiently
- Flexibility, adaptability, and success at multi‐tasking; willingness and ability to participate in multiple programs simultaneously
- Proven teamwork skills with demonstrated ability to deliver objectives in a cross-functional team environment
- Excellent problem solver
Compensation & Benefits: Competitive wages based on experience and expertise, bonus plan, healthcare, paid time off, retirement plan (401K), and stock options
Time Commitment: Full time hourly role in our labs in Alameda, CA, and the Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory
Sylvatex does not provide relocation assistance or provide visa sponsorship/transfers.
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Salary : $115,000 - $130,000