Production Operator – Mixing & Coating

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About Poly Joule, Inc.

Poly Joule is a battery manufacturing company focused on bringing conductive polymer batteries to market. Spun out of MIT and based in the Greater Boston area, Poly Joule is pioneering ultra-safe, non-metallic polymer batteries for stationary energy storage.

Job Description

A Production Operator at Poly Joule plays a hands-on role in building and scaling our advanced battery manufacturing operations. You will be working directly with equipment, materials, and digital production systems to reliably produce high-quality electrodes and finished battery assemblies. You’ll be part of a small, innovative team that tackles new manufacturing challenges every day, helping to refine and improve our processes as we scale up production.

This position reports to the Process Scale-Up Engineer.

Key Responsibilities

• Mix and handle solid powder compounds, following written instructions and procedures.
• Operate mixers, ovens, coating systems, pressurized equipment, and pneumatic tools after training.
• Safely lift, move, and position heavy materials, tools, and equipment.
• Wear and use required PPE (gloves, goggles, respirator/mask, coveralls, etc.) for each task.
• Keep the working areas clean, organized, and free of unnecessary materials.
• Clean tanks, tubes, pumps, and related equipment between or after production runs.
• Perform general area cleaning, including floors, benches, and tools.
• Transfer labeled drums/containers of solid and liquid waste to the designated storage area.
• Use basic hand and power tools (e.g., drills, saws) for production or simple maintenance tasks.
• Follow all company safety, quality, and production procedures at all times.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Experience in industrial production, powder handling, mixing, or coatings is a plus (training provided).
• Able to lift and move heavy items safely and repeatedly.
• Comfortable wearing PPE for extended periods.
• Able to perform repetitive tasks and stay focused during production runs.
• Ability to lift, move, and handle heavy items safely.
• Comfortably wearing PPE for extended periods of time.
• Comfortable working with pressurized equipment and systems (after training), such as air pressure or vacuum systems.

Skills & Profile

• Willingness and ability to learn new production processes and equipment and grow with the company.
• Reliable, punctual, and responsible.
• Follows instructions and procedures carefully.
• Keeps a high standard of cleanliness and order in the work area.
• Works well in a team and offers help when needed.
• Safety- and quality-minded, with respect for deadlines and production targets.