Associate Manufacturing Tech - Night Shift

Crystal IS, Inc.
Concord, NC
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 the Role

We are seeking an Associate Manufacturing Tech - Night 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 plus a $1.20 shift premium for working night shift. 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 night shift position working 5:50pm-6:00am (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 execution of daily activities and departmental expectations.
  • •Train others (new and current employees) as needed.
  • •Ensure breaks and lunches are taken per policy and time is not abused.
  • •Support managing all data and working with Supply Chain and operations to ensure production throughput is maximized.
  • •Identify areas of potential process improvement and communicate accordingly.
  • •Comply with current Good Manufacturing Practices regulations
  • •Maintain a professional and productive relationship with area management and co-workers.
  • •Participate in cross-functional teams. Lead meetings as needed. Serve on team roles as assigned.
  • •Must keep all Celgard information CONFIDENTIAL.
* Note: This description is intended to provide a general overview of the position and is not an exhaustive listing of duties and responsibilities.

Asahi Kasei & Celgard Values

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

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 35 pounds and/or force necessary to push, pull, or otherwise move objects.

Celgard manufacturing sites are IATF 16949 and ISO 9001 certified.

Perks & Benefits

  • Comprehensive Healthcare Benefits, effective 1st day of the month
  • Flexible Spending Account & Health Savings Account
  • Vacation + 8 Paid Holidays + 24 Hours of Floating Holidays
  • 401K Safe Harbor Contribution + Matching
  • Paid Parental Leave after a Year of Employment
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Life & Disability Insurances
About Us

For more than 50 years, Celgard has proven itself as a global leader in the development and production of high-performance membrane technology. Celgard specializes in solvent-free, dry-process, microporous membranes used as separators that are a major component of lithium-ion batteries that power a broad range of electric vehicles (EV) and energy storage systems (ESS). Celgard® membrane is also used in specialty applications such as satellites and military installations as well as other barrier-type applications like technical textiles for waterproof and breathable apparel. Headquartered in the United States, we operate manufacturing facilities in the U.S. and China and have sales and technical service staff located strategically throughout North America, Europe, and Asia.

Celgard, LLC is a part of The Asahi Kasei Group, 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. With more than 46,000 employees around the world, the Asahi Kasei Group serves customers in more than 100 countries. We are Creating for Tomorrow!

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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.
Posted 2026-08-14

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