Battery Material Quality Engineer

Overview

Cirba Solutions is the most trusted and complete battery solution partner in the world. For 30 years, we have led the BATTERY RECYCLING industry through our services, processing, and material upgrading. Contributing to the CIRCULAR ECONOMY model is our core focus. We are seeking a highly detail-oriented and responsible Battery Materials Inventory Engineer to manage the intake, inspection, identification, and inventorying of incoming battery materials at our facility.

This role requires a foundational understanding of battery component types (e.g., cathode powder, anode, foil, film, scrap), along with warehouse operations experience. The ideal candidate will ensure materials are properly labeled, tracked, and stored to support our Technology and Quality Team, while maintaining high standards for traceability and cleanliness.

• Inspect incoming battery materials to verify type and condition (cathode powder, anode, foil, film, scrap, etc.)
• Accurately identify, label, and classify materials upon arrival
• Maintain real-time tracking using inventory software and barcode systems
• Ensure proper storage and handling of sensitive materials to prevent contamination or degradation
• Operate a forklift or pallet jack to move and organize materials in warehouse and staging areas
• Document discrepancies or damages and coordinate with the Technology and Quality Team for resolution
• Communicate clearly with engineers, scientists, and quality control staff to ensure material traceability and usability
• Support periodic inventory audits and cycle counts
• Adhere to all safety protocols, handling guidelines, and material labeling standards
• Maintain clean, organized work spaces in accordance with 5S or lean warehouse practices
• Execute with the Quality Team’s “culture of quality” including:
  Quality Management (Performance Focus), Quality Assurance and Planning (Process Focus), Quality Control (Product Focus), Quality Engineering (Improvement Focus)
• Monitor and adhere to quality standards that are most critical for governing how Cirba Solutions does business (e.g., ISO 9001, ISO 9004, ISO 19011, IATF 16949, ISO 14001)
• Coordinate and collaborate with the Quality Control organization including analytical laboratories, testing/inspection requirements, and analytical/sampling methods and procedures
• Serve as the champion to align customer needs with the organizational goals of Cirba Solutions
• Partner with the Commercial and Technology teams regarding customer requirements (including inbound and off-take partners)
• Partner with the Procurement and Technology teams regarding inbound materials specifications and supplier quality agreements
• Provide needed collaboration with ESG, HSE, and Marketing/Communications teams regarding environmental management systems and corporate stewardship requirements
• Develop and support policies and reporting systems for handling customer complaints and non-conforming product
• Support quality-related reporting requirements and participate in the development and roll-out of the Quality Notification system
• Collaborate to standardize root cause analysis and problem-solving techniques to address quality issues and drive continual improvement
• Work collaboratively to influence decisions beyond department lines and escalate problems quickly for resolution

• Minimum 3 years experience in engineering role, warehouse, materials handling, or manufacturing environment (battery or chemical industry preferred)
• Familiarity with battery materials or industrial chemicals strongly preferred
• Demonstrated attention to detail and ability to manage precise labeling and categorization
• Demonstrated safety track record
• Forklift certification or willingness to obtain within 30 days of employment
• Experience with inventory tracking software (ERP or warehouse management system)
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to work independently in a salary-based, performance-driven role
• Prepares reports by collecting, analyzing, and summarizing data
• Performs sampling as needed on inbound/outbound battery materials

• Minimum 5 years of experience in engineering or plant experience
• Basic…