Associate Manufacturing Technician - Day Shift

## 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 an Associate 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.
** Starting Pay & Sign-on Bonus
** This position starts at $18.50/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.
** 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.
** Qualifications
* *** Education Background:*
* • High School Diploma or equivalent required.
** Knowledge & Experience**:
* 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 multiple machines.
* Computer skills and the ability to learn different software programs and scanners.
** 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, and Core Slabber. Utilize PIVs (powered industrial vehicles)
* • Prepare chemical solutions and monitor chemical processes.  Use instruments to test the quality of chemical products to ensure they meet standards and specifications.
* • 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…