Sr. Manufacturing Technician - Day Shift

AK America; Concord (NC); On-site; USD 31,000 - 44,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Job summary

Celgard, LLC in Concord, NC is seeking a Senior Manufacturing Tech for the day shift (5:50am-6:00pm, 12-hour shifts on a 2-2-3 schedule) to join our production team. This 24/7 site requires a candidate with strong safety, quality, and mechanical skills to operate diverse film manufacturing equipment.

The role starts at $27.00/hour with overtime possible and a $1,000 sign-on bonus. Successful candidates will have a high school diploma and at least 7 years in plastics/film/battery/polymer coating

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent is required.
• 7+ years of experience in plastics/film/battery/polymer coating manufacturing.
• Strong safety, quality, and attendance record.
• Ability to operate and monitor multiple pieces of equipment in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
• Strong mechanical aptitude and troubleshooting skills.
• Proficiency with computer systems and scanners.

Responsibilities

• Operate various types of industrial film manufacturing and processing equipment including Extruders, Laminators, Ovens, Deplyers, Slitters, Coaters, Mixers.
• Troubleshoot production problems or malfunctioning instruments.
• 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 optical 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.
• 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.
• Participate in cross-functional teams. Lead meetings as needed. Serve

Skills

Safety awareness

Teamwork

Communication

Analytical troubleshooting

Independent work

Attention to detail

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

The Asahi Kasei Group operates with a commitment of creating for tomorrow. Our business sectors, Material, Homes, and Health Care, contribute to the development of society by anticipating the changing needs of those around the world. We look for candidates that offer a fresh perspective and a variety of skills to help us achieve our commitment.

We are currently seeking applications to fill the following job opening at Celgard where we develop and manufacture membrane battery separators that are critical components used in lithium-ion batteries for electric drive vehicles (EDVs) and energy storage systems (ESS).

Company: Celgard, LLC

About the Role

We are seeking a Senior Manufacturing Tech - Day Shift to be a part of the production team based in Concord, NC. This position directly reports to the Production Supervisor and does not supervise others.

Shift

This is a day shift position 5:50am-6:00pm (12 hour shifts) on a 2-2-3 schedule. The site runs 24/7.

Starting Pay & Sign-on Bonus

This position starts at $27.00/hour. There is opportunity for overtime, which is time and a half. $1000.00 Sign-on bonus, with the first half being paid after the first week of employment and the second half after 6 months of employment.

Qualifications

Education Background:

High School Diploma or equivalent is required.

Knowledge & Experience :

• Minimum of 7 years of Industry Experience in a plastics, film, battery or polymer coating manufacturing environment required
• 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 the 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 environment
• Strong attention to detail, organizational skills, and sense of urgency.
• Demonstrated problem-solving and analytical abilities
• Ability to support and promote a culture of accountability and continuous improvement

Key Attributes:

• Must have a stellar work ethic and the demonstrated ability to work in a team environment as well as the ability to work independently.
• 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.
• Able to implement, follow, and continuously improve safety, environmental, and health guidelines and procedures.
• The ability to work on a high performing team creating an environment where open and honest communication is the norm.
• Possess strong analytical troubleshooting and problem resolution/solving skills.

Key Accountabilities

• Operate various types of industrial film manufacturing and processing equipment including Extruders, Laminators, Ovens, Deplyers, Slitters, Coaters, Mixers.
• Troubleshoot production problems or malfunctioning instruments.
• 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 optical 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.
• 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.
• Participate in cross-functional teams. Lead meetings as needed. Serve