Quality Technician

Reporting to the Quality Department, the Quality Technician is the hands-on role that keeps our quality controls running day to day; inspecting materials and cells, operating laboratory and measurement equipment, recording reliable data, and supporting the Quality Engineers in problem-solving and continuous improvement across our production lines.

Main functions:

• Perform incoming (IQC), in-process and final inspections of raw materials, components and cells according to inspection standards and control plans.
• Operate, verify and maintain precision measurement and laboratory test equipment (thickness gauges, optical microscope, Tensile tester, Karl Fischer, pH-meter, conductometer, others).
• Manage calibration and verification schedules for measurement and test equipment, keeping records up to date.
• Record and maintain inspection and test data in quality databases ensuring full traceability.
• Adhere to and ensure 5S and safety protocols within the laboratory work environment.
• Help to identify problems within the materials, analysis or instrumentation. And be able to perform troubleshooting.
• Help write, update and control work instructions, inspection standards, control instructions and quality records.
• Collaborate effectively in cross-functional teams (production, engineering, R&D, supply chain).

What We Offer:

At BasqueVolt, we welcome the best talent from around the world.

• International Environment: Join a diverse team of young professionals with more than 19 nationalities, fostering a positive intercultural atmosphere.
• Supportive Onboarding: From day one, we will guide you through everything about the company, ensuring seamless integration.
• Work-life balance: We embrace flexibility and promote a healthy work-life balance.
• Summer Schedule: Enjoy reduced hours during the summer and celebrate shorter Fridays throughout the year.
• Training programs: We encourage employees to keep learning. We offer English and Spanish lessons.

Interested? Here is our recruitment process:

• Initial Contact: Your first interaction will be with our People team.
• Technical Interview: Meet the department manager for a technical interview. We aim for a swift process, potentially involving two interviews.

Requirements

• Advanced Technical Degree (FP Grado Superior) in Quality, Laboratory, Chemistry, Industrial, Electromechanics or a related field. A Bachelor's degree is a plus.
• Previous experience in quality control, laboratory or inspection role within a manufacturing environment. Prior experience in the chemical, automotive or battery industry is a plus.
• Hands-on experience with measurement and inspection instruments and laboratory testing.
• Familiarity with Quality tools (SPC, 8D, QRQC) and with Quality Management Systems (ISO 9001). Knowledge of IATF 16949 is a plus.
• Comfortable with data-recording tools (Excel, and ideally MES/LIMS).
• Strong attention to detail, rigor and solid documentation habits.
• Ability to thrive in a startup, fast-paced environment and multicultural teams.
• Working level of English (our environment is international).