Sr. Manufacturing Technician - Day Shift

Asahi Kasei•Concord, NC

3d•Onsite

About The Position

Celgard, LLC is seeking a Senior Manufacturing Technician for its production team in Concord, North Carolina. The position operates industrial film manufacturing and processing equipment used to make membrane battery separators. It reports directly to the Production Supervisor and does not supervise others. This is a day-shift role on a 2-2-3 schedule, working 12-hour shifts from 5:50 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. The manufacturing site operates 24/7. Starting pay is $27.00 per hour, with overtime available 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 involves 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. Celgard manufacturing sites are IATF 16949 and ISO 9001 certified. Celgard develops and manufactures solvent-free, dry-process microporous membranes used as separators in lithium-ion batteries for electric vehicles and energy storage systems, as well as in other specialty applications. The company is part of the Asahi Kasei Group, whose stated values are sincerity, challenge, and creativity.

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 learn new processes, equipment, and software systems quickly.
Effective verbal and written communication skills.
Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
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 experience working with cross-functional teams, programs, or projects.
Self-motivation, collaboration, initiative, and attention to detail.
Ability to communicate effectively in writing and verbally with all levels of the organization.
Ability and willingness to participate in and lead meetings.
Ability to work on a high-performing team and contribute to an environment of 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.
Follow safe and environmentally sound work practices and maintain a clean, organized work area that meets facility standards.
Ensure work meets company quality standards.
Maintain records and use computer software 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 detailed 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 effectively with team members and other Celgard groups, and act as a communication link with other departments when assigned.
Maintain required training and cross-training proficiencies and train new or current employees as needed.
Ensure breaks and lunches are taken according to policy and that time is not abused.
Support data management and work with Supply Chain and operations to maximize production throughput.
Identify potential process improvements and communicate them appropriately.
Comply with current Good Manufacturing Practices regulations.
Maintain professional, 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.
Implement, follow, and continually improve safety, environmental, and health guidelines and procedures.