Job Description

Job title Process Technician (BSU)

Department WMG
Grade 5

Job purpose (a
brief summary To provide technical support for the Energy Innovation Centre and assist with academic and
of the role) industrial projects.

Duties and
responsibilities 1. To prepare materials, and setup and operate specialist battery ink mixing, reel-to-reel
coating, calendering, slitting and battery cell assembly and testing equipment for the
production of Lithium-ion and alternative technology batteries, using industrial
manufacturing equipment. To ensure the high quality demands are met, operation of
the equipment will require a detailed understanding of the manufacturing processes,
identifying and resolving problems as they arise, and ensuring continuous
improvements based on Six Sigma methods.

2. To develop new and update existing Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and ensure
adherence with established procedures, protocols and detailed record keeping to
ensure high quality and reproducible results.

3. To source and order consumables and materials required for cell manufacture,
ensuring delivery, storage, handling and usage are in accordance with the suppliers,
WMG and our customers’ quality requirements.

4. To support the Facilities Officer and ensure the diverse range of specialist
manufacturing equipment meets WMG’s ongoing requirements and is regularly
cleaned, calibrated and maintained in accordance with the Maintenance Control Plan
(MCP).

5. To provide support for both academic and industrial projects, by operating production
equipment and supervising students, researchers, staff and external collaborators using
equipment. In addition, provide technical support for the Project Engineer and Project
Manager ensuring the timely delivery of projects to the expected high quality
standards. During production activities overtime and shift work may be necessary to
ensure deliverables are met.

6. To participate in meetings (at WMG and offsite) and contribute in technical discussion
with both internal and external collaborators.

7. To provide safety inductions and promote a safe working environment ensuring that all
personnel adhere to laboratory safety rules and Environmental, Safety and Health (ESH)
standards, informing the Safety Officer and Facilities Officer of safety breaches or
concerns.

The duties and responsibilities outlined are not intended to be an exhaustive list but provide
guidance on the main aspects of the job. The post holder will be required to be flexible in their
duties.
 Person Specification
The Person Specification focuses on the essential and desirable knowledge, skills, experience and qualifications
required to undertake the role effectively. This is measured by (a) Application Form, (b) Test/Exercise, (c)
Interview, (d) Presentation.

Essential Essential Criterion Description Measured by

Criterion No.
E1 HND/HNC in a relevant area or completed relevant apprenticeship or relevant A&C
experience in a related engineering discipline/environment.

E2 Substantial experience in working in a laboratory environment (preferably A,B & C

chemical) or converting industry.

E3 A high level of competence in one or more of the following areas: mixing and A,B & C
coating technologies, calendering and slitting, energy storage, materials’
processing and handling, electrochemical testing.
E4 Technical expertise and judgement to provide feasible and cost-effective A,B & C
decisions on the provision and maintenance of quality equipment and
components.
E5 Excellent communication skills both written and verbal. A,B & C
E6 Proficient in computer software such as Microsoft Office. A,B & C
E7 Ability to work independently or as part of a team to tight deadlines to deliver A,B & C
high quality outcomes.
E8 Excellent interpersonal skills to enable professional interaction with academics, A,B & C
students, external partners, and visitors.
E9 Ability to work on multiple projects at a time to tight deadlines. A,B & C

E10 A high degree of flexibility to respond to changing demands. A,B & C

E11 A high level of health and safety awareness appropriate for the environment, A,B & C
and the ability to guide and supervise others in safe practice.

Desirable Desirable Criterion Description Measured by

Criterion No.
D1 Previous experience in the use of relevant specialist equipment. A,B & C