Sr. Manufacturing Technician - Day Shift

Asahi Kasei•Concord, NC

5d•Onsite

About The Position

Celgard, LLC is seeking a Senior Manufacturing Technician for its production team in Concord, North Carolina. The role operates industrial film manufacturing and processing equipment and supports safe, high-quality production of membrane battery separators. The position reports directly to the Production Supervisor and does not supervise others. This is a day-shift role with 12-hour shifts from 5:50 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. on a 2-2-3 schedule. The site operates 24/7. Starting pay is $27.00 per hour, with overtime opportunities paid at time and a half. A $1,000 sign-on bonus is paid in two installments: half after the first week of employment and half after six months. The work takes place in a manufacturing plant and 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.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
At least 7 years of industry experience in a plastics, film, battery, 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 quickly learn new processes, equipment, and software systems.
Effective written and verbal 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 learn quickly and apply knowledge.
Strong interpersonal skills and demonstrated experience working with cross-functional teams, programs, or projects.
Self-motivation, collaboration, initiative, and attention to detail.
Ability to communicate effectively with all levels of the organization and willingness to participate in and lead meetings.
Ability to implement, follow, and continuously improve safety, environmental, and health guidelines and procedures.
Ability to contribute to a high-performing team with open and honest communication.
Ability to maintain training and cross-training proficiencies as required.

Responsibilities

Operate industrial film manufacturing and processing equipment, including extruders, laminators, ovens, deplyers, slitters, coaters, and mixers.
Troubleshoot production problems and malfunctioning instruments.
Practice safe and environmentally sound work habits.
Maintain a clean and organized work environment that meets facility standards.
Ensure work meets company quality standards.
Maintain records and use 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 accurately in logbooks and provide observations to process and development engineers as needed.
Clean assigned production equipment and perform operator-level preventive maintenance, such as changing filters and checking fluid levels.
Communicate with team members and other departments, acting as a communication link when assigned.
Maintain required training and cross-training proficiencies.
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 and communicate potential process improvements.
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.