Battery Disassembly Technician

Redwood is localizing a global battery supply chain that seamlessly integrates recovery, reuse, and recycling—
keeping critical minerals in circulation and driving the energy transition. Founded in 2017,
we’re delivering low-cost and large-scale energy storage and producing battery materials in the U.S. for the first time, all from batteries we already have.

The Battery Disassembly Technician performs safe, efficient, and high-quality disassembly of EV battery packs and modules within a high-volume manufacturing environment. The position requires strict adherence to high-voltage safety protocols, standardized work instructions, and continuous process improvement.

• Performs controlled disassembly of EV and stationary storage battery packs, modules, and subcomponents in accordance with established work instructions and safety procedures.
• Safely isolates, and when deemed necessary, de-energizes and verifies absence of voltage prior to handling high-voltage systems.
• Disassembles battery systems down to module and component level, including removal of BMS components, wiring harnesses, busbars, cooling systems, and structural elements.
• Identify, sort, and route components for reuse, recycling, or disposal in alignment with production and environmental standards.
• Handles lithium-ion battery materials, including damaged or degraded units, using approved containment and safety methods.

• Strictly follows all high-voltage safety protocols, lockout/tagout (LOTO), and PPE requirements when working with energized or potentially energized systems.
• Utilizes appropriate insulated tools and electrical testing equipment (e.g., multimeters) to verify system status.
• Safely transports and stores battery packs, modules, and hazardous materials using approved material handling equipment.
• Responds to thermal, electrical, or chemical hazards in accordance with emergency procedures and EHS guidelines.

• Executes standardized work in a high-throughput production environment, meeting or exceeding daily and hourly disassembly targets.
• Maintains workflow efficiency by adhering to takt time, minimizing bottlenecks, and supporting continuous flow operations.
• Tracks and documents production output, material disposition, and process data accurately within required systems (e.g., Excel, in house tracking).
• Identifies process inefficiencies and contributes to continuous improvement initiatives to optimize safety, quality, and throughput.

• Utilizes a range of hand tools, power tools, and electrical diagnostic equipment in a safe and effective manner.
• Performs basic electrical verification and troubleshooting as needed during disassembly operations.
• Maintains tools and equipment in proper working conditions and reports any deficiencies.

• Collaborates with Manufacturing, Engineering, EHS, and Maintenance teams to improve disassembly processes and safety controls.
• Works with internal and external teams to safely process large-scale energy storage systems in non-production environments.

• Performs rigging and controlled lifting of large-format EV battery packs and energy storage systems using approved lifting devices and techniques.
• Operates a variety of material handling equipment, including forklifts (sit-down, stand-up, pallet jacks), hoists, cranes, and other lifting apparatus to safely move high-voltage assemblies.
• Inspects rigging equipment (slings, chains, shackles, lifting fixtures) prior to use and ensure compliance with established safety standards and load ratings.
• Executes lifts in accordance with defined rigging plans, center-of-gravity considerations, and facility safety procedures to prevent load shift or damage.
• Coordinates with team members during lifts to ensure safe positioning, communication, and control of suspended loads.

• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment in alignment with 5S standards.
• Operate material handling…