Process Operator I

The job

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Job description

Founded with the vision to electrify everything, Group14 is the leading commercial manufacturer of advanced silicon battery materials. Our breakthrough technology, SCC55®, is unlocking transformational performance for rechargeable batteries that power the world’s most critical innovations, from electric vehicles and AI-enabled electronics to eVTOLs and grid-scale energy storage. By enabling higher-density, faster-charging batteries, we are helping accelerate the global transition to an electrified future.

Over the past year, Group14 reached major milestones that underscore our momentum. We closed a $463 million Series D round, bringing our total equity raised to more than $1 billion, and acquired full ownership of a battery materials factory in South Korea, strengthening global supply chains and scaling production to meet surging demand. Headquartered in Washington state with manufacturing operations worldwide, Group14 is backed by world-class investors and customers, including Porsche, ATL, Microsoft, and SK Inc. As we continue to grow, we are building a team united by passion for shaping the future of energy.

The Process Operator is responsible for the maintenance and operation of equipment and processes in our Woodinville facility.  Some of the processes may involve use of hazardous and volatile materials under high temperature and pressure. Therefore, process operators must follow safe work practices including wearing of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE), following detailed procedures and instructions, accurately recording of process conditions and some laboratory testing.
This position offers opportunities for continuous learning and the opportunity for advancement towards production leadership roles.

WHAT YOU’LL BE DOING:

• This position will be on 2nd Shift -(Monday to Thursday's 5:30pm - 5:45am)
• Perform job duties in a safe and conscientious manner, following all procedures, programs, and policies established for specific processes.
• Maintaining equipment and following operations’ standard operating procedures.
• Observe machine operations to ensure quality and conformity of manufactured or packaged products and intermediates.
• Isolating systems for maintenance using work permits and lock out tag out process.
• Operating manual and pneumatic valves.
• Operating systems using Distributed Control System.
• Act accordingly to all system and plant alarms and follow standard operating procedures (SOP).
• Maintaining proper and safe process operations of the operating equipment.
• Adjust machine components and machine settings to comply with product protocols.
• Remove finished product from machine and separate rejected items.
• Make periodic checks of process and equipment settings.
• Perform preventative maintenance on equipment as assigned.
• Stop or reset machines when malfunctions occur, and report malfunctions to supervisor.
• Assist in the design and implementation of production techniques and equipment scale-up.
• Follow detailed procedures and instructions.
• Record process conditions.
• Inspect processes and work to assure effective quality control.
• Support continuous quality initiatives.
• Function with the production team effectively.
• Train other employees in proper production techniques, safety and equipment operation as needed.
• Perform other work as assigned.

WHAT WE’RE LOOKING FOR:

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Previous manufacturing experience.
• Strong analytical and math proficiency.
• High level of mechanical aptitude.
• Ability to systematically troubleshoot and problem solve integrated processes.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills, attention to detail and problem-solving skills.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Ability to stand for a minimum of two hours without assistance.
• Ability to lift 25 lbs.
• Ability to wear a respirator for 30-60 minute periods.
• Participation in medical surveillance per our Industrial Hygiene program.
• Ability to work any shift (24/7), both 8 and 12 hour shift lengths.

OTHER QUALITIES WE’D LOVE FOR YOU TO HAVE:

• AA degree in a related field.
• 1+ years of direct experience working as a process operator in a chemical plant, power plant, nuclear plant, or other industrial manufacturing facility.
• Experience using computer control interface software.
• Certificate in six sigma or lean manufacturing.
• Ability to read and interpret piping schematics/ diagrams.
• Fork truck license.

The base pay range for this position starts at $22/hour for Level 1 ($1.50 additional per hour for the night shift) to $28+/hour for more senior levels, depending on experience. All positions come with a company bonus and stock options. The actual base salary 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.

GROUP14 OFFERS COMPELLING BENEFITS

• Medical, Dental, and Vision: 100% paid for by the company for employees (80% for dependents) with an HSA-eligible plan option for Medical
• Employee Assistance Program
• Long-Term and Short-Term Disability Insurance
• Life Insurance and AD and D Insurance (100% Employer Paid)
• Option to purchase additional Life and AD and D Insurance (with guaranteed issue) and Accident, Critical Illness, and Hospital Insurance coverages for you and dependents at affordable rates
• Discounted rates on Pet Insurance
• 401(k) with Pre-Tax and Roth options and Company Match
• Paid Time Off and Floating Holidays
• Stock Options

GROUP14 IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

We love creating opportunities for others by connecting people from widely diverse backgrounds, perspectives, and geographies. Being a diverse and inclusive company isn’t just something we strive for, it's who we are and part of what we do each and every single day. We want to ensure that as an employee, you belong and that Group14 is the kind of workplace where you feel safe, included, and that you have the opportunity to thrive in your career.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, marital status, protected veteran status, disability status or any other characteristic protected by applicable local laws, regulations and ordinances.

If you need any assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, please email: careers@group14.technology. This information will be treated as confidential and used only for the purpose of determining an appropriate accommodation for the application and/or interview process.

Group14 is committed to a safe and productive work environment. As part of our hiring process, we conduct pre-employment drug screenings for substances in accordance with state and federal regulations. Please note that our pre-employment drug screening process does not include testing for THC.

Please note: We are not able to accommodate candidates in need of work sponsorship at this time.

NOTICE TO STAFFING AGENCIES AND SEARCH FIRMS

Group14 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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Washington is in the West region (Pacific division) and has 7,816,116 residents (the 13th largest of the 50 states and DC by population), with a median age of 38.3. Its economy produced about $915,404 million in the latest four quarters (BEA), 10th among states and DC, equal to $117,118 per resident.

Jobs and the labour market

The unemployment rate was 4.8% in 2026M09, which is 45th lowest of 51 (1st is the lowest). Employers had job openings equal to 2.9% of employment, 51st highest of 51, a measure of how hard it is to hire. The median wage across all occupations is $62,990 a year ($30.28 an hour), 24% above the national median ($62,990 against $50,980).

What people do and what it pays

The occupations with the most jobs in Washington are Software Developers (107,030 jobs, median $166,540); Home Health and Personal Care Aides (103,260 jobs, median $47,730); Fast Food and Counter Workers (94,710 jobs, median $37,710); Retail Salespersons (84,850 jobs, median $39,560); Registered Nurses (69,260 jobs, median $124,200). Among occupations with at least 2,000 jobs, the best paid are Chief Executives (median $339,810); Physicians, All Other (median $307,170); Airline Pilots, Copilots, and Flight Engineers (median $229,900). Compared with the nation, the state is most specialised in farming, fishing, and forestry (2.2 times the national share of workers) and computer and mathematical (2.0 times the national share of workers).

Cost of living, taxes and workplace rules

Prices are above the national average in Washington: the regional price parity is 107.0 against 100 for the whole country (46th lowest of 51). Median gross rent is $1,760 a month and the median household income $98,141, so a year of rent equals 21.5% of income; the median home value is $564,600. The state minimum wage is $17.13 (the higher of state and federal rates applies to most workers). State income tax on wages: No state tax on wages. It is not a right-to-work state, so union contracts can require fees from covered workers. It runs a state paid family and medical leave programme.

People and commuting

15.4% of residents were born abroad and 39.6% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. Among workers, 63.4% drive alone, 3.5% use public transit and 19.8% work from home; 16.9% commute 45 minutes or more.

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