Recycling Manufacturing Technician

Asahi Kasei•Concord, NC

7d•Onsite

About The Position

Celgard is seeking a Recycling Manufacturing Technician to join their production team in Concord, NC. This role involves operating industrial film recycling and processing equipment, handling materials using powered industrial vehicles, monitoring machine processes, and testing product quality. The technician will also be responsible for troubleshooting equipment issues, maintaining a safe and organized work environment, and ensuring quality standards are met. This position requires maintaining records using computer software, performing routine inspections and quality tests, cleaning equipment, and performing operator-level preventive maintenance. Effective communication with team members and other departments is crucial, as is maintaining training proficiencies and potentially training others. The role also supports managing data to maximize production throughput and updating part numbers in the ERP system. Identifying areas for process improvement and complying with Good Manufacturing Practices are also key aspects of this position. The technician must maintain a professional relationship with management and co-workers and may be required to lead meetings. All company information must be kept confidential.

Requirements

High School Diploma or equivalent required.
Minimum of 1 year of industry experience in a manufacturing, production, or similar environment required.
Good attendance and safety records.
Demonstrated ability to multi-task and set-up / operate/troubleshoot machines.
Must have a stellar work ethic and the demonstrated ability to work in a team environment as well as the ability to work independently.
Computer skills and the ability to learn different software programs and scanners.
Able to implement, follow, and continuously improve safety, environmental, and health guidelines and procedures.
Possess strong analytical troubleshooting and problem resolution/solving skills.
Ability to learn quickly and apply knowledge.
Strong interpersonal skills with proven experience in working with cross functional teams, programs, or projects.
Strengths in self-motivation, collaboration, initiative, sense of urgency, and attention to detail.
Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively (written and verbal) with all levels within the organization.
Ability and willingness to participate in and lead meetings.
The ability to work on a high performing team creating an environment where open and honest communication is the norm.

Nice To Haves

PIVs (powered industrial vehicles) experience preferred.

Responsibilities

Operate industrial film recycling and processing equipment.
Utilize PIVs (powered industrial vehicles) such as, powered pallet jacks, clamp truck, sit-down, and high reach forklifts for material handling purposes.
Pull recycling material in accordance with specific batches and monitor machine processes.
Use instruments to test the quality of plastic products to ensure they meet standards and specifications.
Troubleshoot & resolve equipment issues, or production problems.
Practice excellent safety and environmentally sound habits.
Maintain a clean and organized work environment that meets facility standards.
Ensure general quality of all work meets company standards.
Maintain records and interface with multiple computer software programs for purposes of material transactions, traceability, process control, on-line inspection, testing, and statistical process control.
Perform routine visual inspection and product quality tests according to written specifications and standards.
Maintain accurate logbook entries of key process and equipment events and provide in-depth observations to process and development engineers as required.
Clean assigned production equipment and perform operator-level preventive maintenance (i.e. change filters, check fluid levels).
Communicate effectively with team members and other groups within the Celgard organization. Act as communication link with other departments when assigned.
Maintain training and cross-training proficiencies as required to ensure compliance in execution of daily activities and departmental expectations.
Train others (new and current employees) as needed.
Ensure breaks and lunches are taken per policy and time is not abused.
Support managing all data and working with Supply Chain and operations to ensure production throughput is maximized.
Work with Supply Chain to manage and update all relevant part numbers in the ERP system.
Identify areas of potential process improvement and communicate accordingly.
Comply with current Good Manufacturing Practices regulations.
Maintain a professional and productive relationship with area management and co-workers.
Lead meetings as needed.
Keep all Celgard information CONFIDENTIAL.