Quality Control Lab Technician - Night Shift

## Quality Control Lab Technician - Night Shift Apply remote type:
On-site locations:
Charlotte, NCtime type:
Full time posted on:
Posted 3 Days Agojob requisition :
R5623## 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
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* Job Description:

**** About the Role
** We are seeking a
** QC Lab Tech
** to be a part of the Quality team based in Charlotte, NC.  Reporting to the Quality Supervisor, the Quality Control Technician serves as part of a team responsible for performing all duties associated with product quality testing in a plastic separator manufacturing facility, and is responsible for maintaining the safe and secure operation of the quality lab on his/her shift.

The QC Technician will support the plant in aligning Celgard systems and processes to the automotive requirements; specifically in the product quality testing lab, and will assist the quality team in maintaining and performing other quality-related duties in the manufacturing area that directly support the on-going success of the value stream.
** Shift
* * This is a night shift position on a 2-2-3 schedule. Shifts are 12-hour shifts from 6:00pm - 6:00am.
** Qualifications
* *** Education Background:
*** High School Diploma or equivalent required
** Knowledge & Experience**:
* 1+ years of “hands on” experience in a laboratory environment or previous Celgard operations experience required; may consider relevant advanced education and coursework in lieu of experience
* Quality Control Lab performing chemical and physical testing for the release of manufactured products preferred
* Previous lab experience in an analytical or R&D environment preferred
* Hands on experience working with polymer resins preferred
* Prior experience documenting test results/observations required
* Experience with an ISO certified system is a plus;
Experience as an internal auditor in an ISO certified quality system is a plus
* Proficient in MS Office applications (i.e. MS Office, Excel, Word, Outlook) required
* Good math skills and understanding of unit conversions (English/Metric) required
* Knowledge of basic statistical concepts desired
* Knowledgeable of requirements needed for a certified environmental system preferred
** Key Attributes:
*** Excellent communication skills (oral and written) to create and revise lab procedures and documentation
* Time management skills, comfortable in team-based, multi-tasking environment with daily focus on safety and quality
* Able to multi-task multiple projects and activities and remain flexible and adaptable as priorities change
* Able to work under limited supervision and be a self-starter
* Excellent attention to detail and organization skills
* Individual initiative, analytical skills, and a healthy sense of urgency
* Strong problem-solving skills
* Able to work on a high performing team creating an environment where open and honest communication is the norm
* Must be able to deal with conflict productively, bringing forth issues that need to be discussed and work to forge a mutually beneficial outcome
** Key Accountabilities
*** Perform standard and/or non-routine QC tests including physical and chemical testing
* Perform routine and non-routine resin testing using equipment such as Differential Scanning Calorimeter, TGA analyzers, FTIR spectroscopy, Rheometer, Melt Flow indexer, and pycnometer.
* Maintain calibration status of equipment
* Maintain accurate records of data and observations (paper and electronic records)
* Prepare and verify accuracy of data certificates for product shipments (COA).  Maintain QC document control (test procedures, calibration…