KRIS N. ZIEGLER

Maintained lithium extraction equipment; supervised junior technicians; conducted inspections.

· Conduct a variety of tests on Lithium-Ion Battery Cells.

· Perform cell inspections and preliminary electrical and mechanical measurements (ACR, OCV, etc.).

· Prepare cells for testing, including fixture setup and sensor installation.

· Install cells in environmental chambers and connect them to test systems (e.g., Maccor).

· Troubleshoot and resolve testing issues.

· Lead and execute test plans supplied by customers.

· Learn and utilize battery test programming software (e.g., Maccor Build Test).

· Maintain detailed test records in electronic and/or physical formats.

· Adhere to all safety protocols for battery handling and disposal.

· Generate test reports plot, chart, and data manipulation.

• Maintained lithium extraction equipment for optimal performance and reliability.
• Supervised junior technicians to ensure adherence to safety protocols.
• Conducted routine inspections of production systems for efficiency improvements.

• Inspect, organize and prepare device components and hardware
• Activate various electrochemical devices for experimental tests with high attention to detail
• Monitor and test various electrochemical devices for experimental execution with high attention to detail
• Document findings and testing metrics for performance traceability
• Set up and maintain electrochemical test instruments and equipment
• Routinely coordinate with engineering teams to diagnose and troubleshoot abnormalities in cell cycling behavior
• Rack electrochemical testing status using a cloud based organizational tool
• Monitor and offer recommendations for keeping Cell Testing up to date
• Maintain laboratory conditions in a fashion that facilitates cleanliness and productivity for other lab users

• Participate in the development of a new class of enhanced batteries, involving: testing /operation of pilot-scale systems in support of new technologies
• Systems assembly
• Modification of testing structures
• Operational training
• Systems calibration
• Acquired extensive HAZMAT training

• Company Overview: developer/manufacturer of advanced lithium ion (Lion) battery systems for the transportation, electric grid services and consumer markets
• Participated in the management of test operations, including: supervising team of up to 10 test technicians daily work plans, staff assignments, team meeting leadership, problem solving
• Report directly to Engineering Manager
• Developer/manufacturer of advanced lithium ion (Lion) battery systems for the transportation, electric grid services and consumer markets

• Conducted and oversaw a wide variety of operational areas, including: team mentoring, instruction, leading of departmental projects, writing / modifying procedures, writing of diagrams, CH check, maintaining schedules, interaction with customers
• Equipment: data logger, IR gun, oscilloscopes, wireless temp., sensor & coordinators, use of Oracle buying application

• Promoted to permanent status from original, contract position in first 90 days
• Recognized by Management for '[utilizing his] extensive product testing experience to help [move] our various test programs forward'

• Ensured timely testing instrument calibration and validation, including: supervising technicians, inventory control/ordering, troubleshooting test equipment, reporting (productivity, equip. status...)
• Upholding safety & quality standards
• Trained Company's technicians in laboratory operations
• Wrote procedures and testing instructions

• Performed a variety of test procedures
• Trained new Dept. personnel
• Group Leader in Safety Employee Resource Team
• Improved inventory accuracy (as member of Inventory Accuracy Team)
• Performed calculations on test results, reporting discrepancies as appropriate
• Detected and reported equipment malfunctions (analytical balance, hydraulic press, vacuum sintering furnace, micrometers...)
• Performed minor equipment repairs wherever possible

• Performed calibration of all meters, bridges and analytical instruments
• Promoted to Senior position, based upon performance and seniority

• Originally hired as a college intern but quickly selected to be retained
• Recognized by Supervisors for being an avid, fast-learner and a 'great help'