Mechanical Tech

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
Job Description:
About Us
For more than 50 years, Celgard, LLC has been a proven global leader in the development and production of high-performance membrane technology. Our products are used in a broad range of energy storage and other barrier-type applications, including lithium-ion batteries, lithium primary, and other specialty battery solutions, technical textiles such as waterproof breathable apparel and medical personal protective equipment (PPE), and other specialty applications. Headquartered in the United States, we operate manufacturing facilities in the USA and China and have sales and technical service staff located strategically throughout North America, Europe, and Asia.
Celgard is part of Polypore International, a leading global high-technology company specializing in microporous membranes. Polypore brings advanced development and manufacturing know-how as well as unique problem-solving capabilities to customers' lithium-ion and lead-acid battery development teams. Polypore is an Asahi Kasei Group company, which is a diversified group of companies led by the holding company Asahi Kasei Corp., with operations in the material, homes, and healthcare business sectors.
Reporting Relationships
This position directly reports to the Maintenance Supervisor and does not supervise.
About the Role
We are seeking a Mechanic Tech to be a part of the Maintenance team based in Charlotte, NC. The Mechanic Tech is responsible for performing preventative maintenance, mechanical repairs, and troubleshooting of production equipment.
Required Skills/Abilities

• Ability to troubleshoot, and maintain typical mechanical drive systems (brakes, clutches, couplings, bearings, belts, chains, gears, sprockets, etc.)
• Strength in one or more of the following is highly preferred: Welding, Machine Shop, Optical Alignment, and Proper Rigging Techniques.
• Knowledge of small centrifugal and positive displacement pumps, piping layouts, and polymer extrusion, preferred
• Experience with predictive techniques such as infrared and ultrasonic are preferred
• Able to troubleshoot, and maintain typical mechanical drive systems (brakes, clutches, couplings, bearings, belts, chains, gears, sprockets, etc.) Troubleshooting pneumatic systems is required.
• Lubrication Practices
• Able to perform precision alignments and installations.
• Experience and knowledge of electrical systems a plus
• Must obtain a PIV license.

Expectations

• Follow department guidelines and Standard Operating Procedure work instructions for equipment repair of plastic film processing equipment, specifically extrusion line cleanings, preventative Maintenance & other equipment maintenance
• Properly complete and submit all paperwork associated with equipment maintenance and safety protocols
• Perform minor modifications to equipment to eliminate the root cause of the mechanical problems.
• Diagnose equipment issues & assist in the diagnosis of process-related problems through collaborative teamwork with Engineering & Operations staff
• Perform minor fabrication and machine work, i.e. welding, milling machine, lathe, and drill press
• Support new equipment installations
• Train other maintenance personnel on mechanical systems and personal areas of expertise
• Work collaboratively with all maintenance and manufacturing personnel; lead and participate in cross-functional teams
• Follow all Celgard safety guidelines and procedures, plan safety into projects and tasks
• Must be able to work at heights up to 30 feet, lift and carry up to 30 lbs., climb ladders, bend and twist in order to reach remote equipment
• Operate equipment such as forklifts, portable hoists, cherry picker, one-man lift, etc.
• Use a computer to update mechanical procedures
• Flexibility to carry a pager/cell phone for coverage and site-wide communication. Also willing to work a night shift schedule as needed
• Troubleshooting pneumatic systems is required.
• Proficiency with computers and computer applications (MS Office, Word, Excel)

Work Schedule

• Tuesday- Friday, 6 A.M. 4 P.M.
• Willingness to work overtime or night shift schedule if needed.

Working Conditions
This position is in a manufacturing plant setting that would require working in a production environment around chemicals. Work will require standing and walking for 80% of the time. You may be required to lift up to 35 pounds and/or push, pull, or otherwise move objects.
Celgard manufacturing sites are IATF 16949 and ISO 9001 certified.
Candidate Requirements
Education:
Required

• High School diploma, GED, or equivalent

Preferred

• Associate degree or diploma in Mechanical Technology preferred.

Professional Experience:

• 5+ years' experience in an industrial environment performing mechanical maintenance required.
• Formal industrial maintenance training preferred.
• Mechanical troubleshooting experience preferred.

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