Group14
Laboratory Manager
Group14, Woodinville, Washington, United States, 98072
Founded to enable the coming electrification of everything,
Group14
is the largest commercial manufacturer and supplier of advanced silicon battery technology, elevating performance for every type of battery application. With headquarters in Woodinville, WA, Group14 enables battery manufacturers and world-leading OEMs in automotive, consumer electronics, and beyond to achieve transformational milestones for a more sustainable future.Backed by notable strategic investors and customers such as Porsche AG, Amperex Technology Limited (ATL), BASF, Resonac, and SK Inc, Group14 recently raised a $614 million Series C round and secured an additional $100 million grant from the U.S. Department of Energy to scale its technology.WE'RE ON A QUEST TO ELECTRIFY THE WORLD
The electrification of everything starts with amazing people. We believe that a more sustainably powered world requires solutions for today, not years from now. The passion, collaboration, perseverance, and bravery of our team continually inspires us to push beyond the conventional to deliver the truly incredible with everything we do.Group14’s dedication to meeting the battery demands of today through lithium-silicon battery innovation and scalable commercial manufacturing processes are what differentiates us and makes us a reliable partner. Recognized by the Department of Energy for its novel, drop-in ready nano materials and reliable industrial-scale process, Group14 serves the global transition to an all-electric future.What You’ll Be Doing
Manage quality control (QC) team and ongoing QC activitiesEnsure all QC laboratory activities are in compliance with Group14 safety programsManage and improve ongoing collection, analysis, and communication of QC lab dataDevelop and track key performance indicators (KPIs) for QC systemsSupport manufacturing schedule by managing QC team resourcesEnsure QC laboratory testing follows standard operating proceduresSchedule round robin testing between QC laboratoriesEnsure nonconformances are created, QC root cause analyses (RCA) performed, and QC corrective and preventative actions (CAPA) are completedWorking knowledge of statistical process control (SPC) and measurement systems analysis (MSA)Represent the company with customers, vendors, and certifying bodiesComplete advanced troubleshooting on instrumentation as neededChallenge process designs to ensure manufacturability, safety, and effectiveness of productsDevelop and deliver training materials as neededSupport product and process improvement projectsDevelop quality systems and review and challenge existing quality systemsCollaborate cross-functionally on quality issuesWhat We’re Looking For
10+ years of laboratory experience8+ years supervisory/management experienceStrong attention to detail and organizationExcellent interpersonal and communication skillsStrong team player who effectively collaborates with internal departmentsOther Qualities We’d Love For You To Have
Experience with analytical techniques such as BET, pycnometry, TGA, TXRF, and particle size analysisExperience with ISO9001, APQP, PPAP and IATF 16949Experience in automotive quality systemsAdvanced degreeExperience with MasterControl and SAPGroup14 Offers Compelling Benefits
Medical, dental, vision, long-term and short-term disability insuranceBenefits are 100% paid for by the company for employees (80% for dependents)Paid time off401(k) with company matchStock optionsGROUP14 IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYERWe love creating opportunities for others by connecting people from widely diverse backgrounds, perspectives, and geographies. So, being diverse and inclusive isn’t just something we strive for, it is who we are, and part of what we do each and every single day. We want to ensure that as an employee, you feel Group14 is a place where, no matter who you are, you feel safe, included, and that you have the opportunity to bring your unique self to work.Please note: We are not able to accommodate candidates in need of work sponsorship at this time.The annual base salary range for this position is $125,000-$145,000. All positions come with a company bonus and stock options. The actual base pay offered depends on a variety of factors, which may include, the applicant’s qualifications for the position; years of relevant experience; specific and unique skills; level of education attained; certifications or other professional licenses held; other legitimate, non-discriminatory business factors specific to the position; and the geographic location in which the position is located.NOTICE TO STAFFING AGENCIES AND SEARCH FIRMSGroup14 does not accept unsolicited resumes or candidate submittals from staffing agencies and search firms. Any resumes or candidate submittals sent to our careers site (directly or via job boards) or directly to Group14 employees will not be eligible for any placement fee, and the resume/candidate will be added to our database for direct recruitment.Group14 only assigns positions to staffing agencies and search firms who are pre-approved by HR and that we have a current agreement with. Not all positions are eligible for a placement fee.
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Group14
is the largest commercial manufacturer and supplier of advanced silicon battery technology, elevating performance for every type of battery application. With headquarters in Woodinville, WA, Group14 enables battery manufacturers and world-leading OEMs in automotive, consumer electronics, and beyond to achieve transformational milestones for a more sustainable future.Backed by notable strategic investors and customers such as Porsche AG, Amperex Technology Limited (ATL), BASF, Resonac, and SK Inc, Group14 recently raised a $614 million Series C round and secured an additional $100 million grant from the U.S. Department of Energy to scale its technology.WE'RE ON A QUEST TO ELECTRIFY THE WORLD
The electrification of everything starts with amazing people. We believe that a more sustainably powered world requires solutions for today, not years from now. The passion, collaboration, perseverance, and bravery of our team continually inspires us to push beyond the conventional to deliver the truly incredible with everything we do.Group14’s dedication to meeting the battery demands of today through lithium-silicon battery innovation and scalable commercial manufacturing processes are what differentiates us and makes us a reliable partner. Recognized by the Department of Energy for its novel, drop-in ready nano materials and reliable industrial-scale process, Group14 serves the global transition to an all-electric future.What You’ll Be Doing
Manage quality control (QC) team and ongoing QC activitiesEnsure all QC laboratory activities are in compliance with Group14 safety programsManage and improve ongoing collection, analysis, and communication of QC lab dataDevelop and track key performance indicators (KPIs) for QC systemsSupport manufacturing schedule by managing QC team resourcesEnsure QC laboratory testing follows standard operating proceduresSchedule round robin testing between QC laboratoriesEnsure nonconformances are created, QC root cause analyses (RCA) performed, and QC corrective and preventative actions (CAPA) are completedWorking knowledge of statistical process control (SPC) and measurement systems analysis (MSA)Represent the company with customers, vendors, and certifying bodiesComplete advanced troubleshooting on instrumentation as neededChallenge process designs to ensure manufacturability, safety, and effectiveness of productsDevelop and deliver training materials as neededSupport product and process improvement projectsDevelop quality systems and review and challenge existing quality systemsCollaborate cross-functionally on quality issuesWhat We’re Looking For
10+ years of laboratory experience8+ years supervisory/management experienceStrong attention to detail and organizationExcellent interpersonal and communication skillsStrong team player who effectively collaborates with internal departmentsOther Qualities We’d Love For You To Have
Experience with analytical techniques such as BET, pycnometry, TGA, TXRF, and particle size analysisExperience with ISO9001, APQP, PPAP and IATF 16949Experience in automotive quality systemsAdvanced degreeExperience with MasterControl and SAPGroup14 Offers Compelling Benefits
Medical, dental, vision, long-term and short-term disability insuranceBenefits are 100% paid for by the company for employees (80% for dependents)Paid time off401(k) with company matchStock optionsGROUP14 IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYERWe love creating opportunities for others by connecting people from widely diverse backgrounds, perspectives, and geographies. So, being diverse and inclusive isn’t just something we strive for, it is who we are, and part of what we do each and every single day. We want to ensure that as an employee, you feel Group14 is a place where, no matter who you are, you feel safe, included, and that you have the opportunity to bring your unique self to work.Please note: We are not able to accommodate candidates in need of work sponsorship at this time.The annual base salary range for this position is $125,000-$145,000. All positions come with a company bonus and stock options. The actual base pay offered depends on a variety of factors, which may include, the applicant’s qualifications for the position; years of relevant experience; specific and unique skills; level of education attained; certifications or other professional licenses held; other legitimate, non-discriminatory business factors specific to the position; and the geographic location in which the position is located.NOTICE TO STAFFING AGENCIES AND SEARCH FIRMSGroup14 does not accept unsolicited resumes or candidate submittals from staffing agencies and search firms. Any resumes or candidate submittals sent to our careers site (directly or via job boards) or directly to Group14 employees will not be eligible for any placement fee, and the resume/candidate will be added to our database for direct recruitment.Group14 only assigns positions to staffing agencies and search firms who are pre-approved by HR and that we have a current agreement with. Not all positions are eligible for a placement fee.
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