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 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. About the Role We are seeking a Instruments & Electrical Technician to be a part of the maintenance team based in Concord. Reporting Relationships This position directly reports to the I&E Supervisor and does not supervise others. Asahi Kasei’s Values Sincerity – Being sincere with everyone Challenge – Bolding taking challenges, continually seeking change Creativity – Creating new value through unity and synergy Key Accountabilities Perform instrumentation and electrical maintenance functions which include but are not limited to the following: Perform electrical calibrations & preventative maintenance Troubleshoot, diagnose, and repair electrical power systems, motor drives, control systems, as well as instruments used in the systems Understand and safely use test equipment such as volt, Ohm, current meters, megohmeters, oscilloscopes Disassemble, clean, reassemble production equipment Install and/or verify correct instrument installation Support new equipment installations with point to point verification prior to start up Update electrical drawings & procedures, when needed Write detailed written reports Operate PIV equipment (forklifts, portable hoist, cherry picker, one-man lift, etc.) Repair and/or replace electrical components Train other maintenance personnel on I&E systems and personal areas of expertise Work collaboratively with all maintenance and manufacturing personnel Participate in cross-functional teams to contribute to continuous improvement Follow all Celgard safety guidelines and procedures and demonstrate a strong ability to support a safe work culture Qualifications Education Background: High School diploma, GED, or equivalent required Associate degree or certificate in Electrical Technology highly preferred. Knowledge & Experience: 3+ years’ experience in an industrial environment performing instrumentation & electrical work required, 5+ years preferred. Electrical experience related to any of the following will be advantageous: Experience supporting instrumentation and control loops for temperature, pressure, tension, and flow Blown or Cast Film Extrusion Lamination Process Ovens Web Coating Web Converting Equipment Automation and Robotics Military technical experience in electrical, instrumentation, electronics, automation, or control systems is welcomed and will be considered equivalent to related civilian experience where applicable. Veterans and transitioning service members are encouraged to apply. Key Attributes: Ability to perform diagnostics and set-up of PLC & AC Inverter drives; preferred experience on Allen Bradley RSLogix 500, RSLogix 5000, and Powerflex drives PIV equipment experience (forklifts, portable hoist, cherry picker, one-man lift, etc.) Experience and knowledge of mechanical systems a plus Ability to troubleshoot a wide range of AC/DC electrical systems required Ability to repair and/or replace electrical components required. Ability to read/comprehend electrical schematics required. Experience supporting instrumentation and control loops for temperature, pressure, tension, and flow preferred 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 Working Environment This position is a night shift 12 hour, 2-2-3 rotation position. Training will occur on dayshift hours. 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 up to 80% of the time. Lighting and temperature are adequate. You may be required to lift up to 25 pounds and/or force necessary to push, pull, or otherwise move objects. Celgard manufacturing sites are IATF 16949 and ISO 9001 certified. Location Information Concord is part of the Concord of the Charlotte metro area. Charlotte, NC, known as the Queen City, is a thriving metropolitan area of over 2.6 million people across 15 counties and is situated just north of the South Carolina border, within a weekend drive to the mountains and the beach. It is comprised of diversity in people, industries and living, from urban to rural. It is ranked second among 25 largest cities for most desirable place to purchase a home by Nerdwallet.com and is ranked eight among the top 10 big booming cities by CNNmoney.com. Charlotte is home of one of North Carolina’s largest college campuses, UNC Charlotte. Along with a friendly southern culture, Charlotte offers dining, arts, museums, major league basketball, football and soccer teams, a minor league baseball team, NASCAR, shopping, festivals, a variety of amenities and quick access to several parks and reserves for people who love the outdoors. #LI-MN1 As an equal opportunity employer, Asahi Kasei believes a diverse workforce will provide us with the ability to continuously support the changes in the economy, society, and environment. Be cautious of fraudulent communications claiming to be from Asahi Kasei. Incidents have occurred in which individuals impersonating Asahi Kasei recruiters have contacted people on LinkedIn requesting personal information. If someone does not have a verification badge, that person is not authorized to engage in recruitment activities on behalf of Asahi Kasei. Please also note that we never ask applicants to make any payments in the recruitment process. If you receive any suspicious messages or recruitment outreach that does not meet these criteria, please do not respond, and report the matter directly to LinkedIn. Asahi Kasei in North America emphasizes recruiting key talent within the region. Across our multiple business units, we focus on growth, innovation, and initiative to help develop our people and give them the resources they need to succeed. Part of our mission is to be a good corporate citizen, dedicating our time to employees, customers, and communities around us. As an employer, Asahi Kasei offers a comprehensive benefits package, growth opportunities throughout our companies, and a diverse environment to enhance your career. About Asahi Kasei The Asahi Kasei Group contributes to life and living for people around the world. Since its foundation in 1922, Asahi Kasei has consistently grown through the proactive transformation of its business portfolio to meet the evolving needs of every age. With more than 46,000 employees around the world, the company contributes to a sustainable society by providing solutions to the world's challenges through its three business sectors of Material, Homes, and Health Care. In North America, Asahi Kasei currently has over 23 business units and 10,000 employees. Our People Asahi Kasei recognizes that our people are our greatest strength. We operate with an emphasis on developing our employees and promoting from within. Our broad spectrum of companies within the Material, Homes, and Health Care sectors allows employees to collaborate across locations and industries. The possibilities for employees will continue to grow as we accelerate new business activity internally and externally through mergers and acquisitions. 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