Manufacturing Technician - Day Shift

Asahi Kasei•Concord, NC

5d•Onsite

About The Position

Celgard is seeking a Manufacturing Technician to join its production team in Concord, North Carolina. The position directly reports to the Production Supervisor and does not supervise others. The technician operates and monitors industrial film manufacturing and processing equipment, helps maintain product quality and production throughput, and works with production records, process controls, inspections, and tests. The site operates 24/7; this role is on a day shift from 5:50 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. on a 2-2-3 schedule. The manufacturing plant setting involves working in a production environment around chemicals. The role requires standing and walking for up to 80% of the time and may require lifting up to 35 pounds or applying force to push, pull, or otherwise move objects. Starting pay is $23.00 per hour, with overtime available at time and a half. A $1,000 sign-on bonus is paid in two halves: the first after the first week of employment and the second after six months. Celgard manufactures membrane battery separators used in lithium-ion batteries for electric-drive vehicles and energy storage systems. Its manufacturing sites are IATF 16949 and ISO 9001 certified.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
At least 3 years of industry experience in a plastics, film, or polymer-coating manufacturing environment.
Demonstrated commitment to safety, quality, and attendance.
Ability to operate and monitor multiple pieces of equipment in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
Strong mechanical aptitude and troubleshooting skills.
Computer skills and ability to learn different software programs and scanners.
Ability to learn new processes, equipment, and software systems quickly.
Effective verbal and written communication skills.
Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team.
Strong attention to detail, organizational skills, and sense of urgency.
Demonstrated problem-solving and analytical abilities.
Ability to support and promote accountability and continuous improvement.
Strong work ethic and ability to work both independently and as part of a team.
Strong interpersonal skills and experience working with cross-functional teams, programs, or projects.
Self-motivation, collaboration, initiative, and attention to detail.
Ability and willingness to participate in and lead meetings.
Ability to implement, follow, and continually improve safety, environmental, and health guidelines and procedures.
Ability to contribute to a high-performing team where open and honest communication is the norm.
Ability to lift up to 35 pounds and/or apply force to push, pull, or otherwise move objects.

Responsibilities

Operate industrial film manufacturing and processing equipment, including extruders, laminators, ovens, deplyers, slitters, coaters, and mixers.
Troubleshoot production problems and malfunctioning instruments.
Follow safe and environmentally sound work practices.
Maintain a clean and organized work environment that meets facility standards.
Ensure work meets company quality standards.
Maintain records and use computer software programs for material transactions, traceability, process control, online inspection, testing, and statistical process control.
Perform routine optical inspections and product quality tests according to written specifications and standards.
Record key process and equipment events in logbooks and provide observations to process and development engineers as required.
Clean assigned production equipment and perform operator-level preventive maintenance, such as changing filters and checking fluid levels.
Communicate with team members and other Celgard groups, and act as a communication link with other departments when assigned.
Maintain required training and cross-training proficiency.
Train new and current employees as needed.
Ensure breaks and lunches are taken according to policy.
Support data management and work with Supply Chain and operations to maximize production throughput.
Identify potential process improvements and communicate them.
Comply with current Good Manufacturing Practices regulations.
Maintain professional and productive relationships with area management and coworkers.
Participate in cross-functional teams, lead meetings as needed, and serve in assigned team roles.
Keep all Celgard information confidential.