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:

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. 

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 holding company Asahi Kasei Corp., with operations in the material, homes, and health care business sectors.  We are creating for tomorrow!

We are seeking a Day Shift Production Supervisor – FSM to be a part of the production team based in Celgard Concord.  

This position directly reports to the Production Manager and supervises a team of manufacturing technicians.

• Sincerity – Being sincere with everyone
• Challenge – Bolding taking challenges, continually seeking change
• Creativity – Creating new value through unity and synergy

• Responsible for managing all operational aspects of the (Ovens, Lamination, and Extrusion) areas.
• Leading behavior-based safety initiatives for the shift; ensuring technicians plan safety into their daily routines and that safe work practices are followed. 
• Planning, organizing, supervising, and scheduling manpower, equipment and other resources within issued policies, procedures, guidelines, and budgets.
• Assisting in hiring new team members and overseeing the on-boarding and on-the-job training for new and/or transferred employees.
• Assuring the most effective operation of the production process; utilizing key operating indicators for control of product cost, material usage, and machine downtime.
• Managing employee performance and development
• Providing leadership in identifying problems, troubleshooting, and solving issues affecting yield and equipment utilization.
• Maintaining and analyzing shift measures, conducting shift reporting, auditing ERP for accuracy and variance; conducting weekly and monthly variance investigations, maintaining and leading team in adherence to SOP's/SOC's (Standard Operating procedures/Standard Operating Conditions).
• Assuring consistent, equitable working relationships with all team members.
• Learning and utilizing company systems; facilitating continuous improvement; participating in and leading meetings both within the production function as well as cross-functionally; and developing management and technical skills to enhance plant performance.
• Working with fellow supervisors and non-exempt team members to provide proactive safety, housekeeping, and quality leadership, and to ensure achievement of plant goals.
• Providing leadership for Continuous Improvement efforts.

Education Background:

• Bachelor's Degree in related field required.

Knowledge & Experience: 

• 3-6 years of supervisory experience with direct reports.

• Experience in a 24/7 manufacturing environment.
• Working knowledge of manufacturing processes and equipment.
• Experience leading in a team-centered environment.
• Proficient computer skills to include Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint).
• Strong math skills and a solid mechanical aptitude.
• The ability to learn and use problem solving and decision-making tools.
• Well-developed verbal and written communication skills, and the ability to communicate with all levels of the organization.
• The ability to build effective workplace relationships, provide effective feedback, motivate employees, and support employee development.
• Knowledge of and ability to apply safety principles in a manufacturing environment.
• The ability to work a 12-hour day shift, 2-2-3 schedule.
• Knowledge of ISO 9001 or QS9000 operations and an understanding of lean manufacturing principles and 5S is a plus.

To excel in this position, you must bring a proven ability to work on and lead a highly effective team, foster open and honest communication, motivate others and support employee development. Excellent communication skills are also vital to effectively communicate with all levels of the organization and support a high-performance operation and work culture.

This position is in a manufacturing plant setting that would require working in a production environment. This position will spend most of their time in a climate controlled clean room environment. Standing and walking continuously during entire shift, 10-12 hours at a time. Ability to climb stairs and steps in work area. 12-hour shifts. 6am – 6pm or 6pm – 6am. Site runs 24/7 and includes a 2-2-3 work scheduled.

Celgard manufacturing sites are IATF 16949 and ISO 9001 certified.

Concord, NC is part 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.

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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.