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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:
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Flat Sheet Production Trainer
Celgard – Concord, NC
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.
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!
About the Role
We are seeking a Flat Sheet Production Trainer to be a part of the Celgard team based in Concord, NC. The Production Trainer will work collaboratively with Production Supervisors, Working Leads, technicians, and other trainers to ensure the efficient and proper training and cross-training of manufacturing technicians and others working in the production department. Will perform both on-the-job training and classroom training as appropriate.
Reporting Relationships
This position directly reports to the Production Manager and does not have direct reports.
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
- Develop new training materials and methods of training, including on-the-job, train-the-trainer, classroom, CBT (Computer Based Training), etc.
- Responsible for each assigned individual’s training in an active, “hands-on” manner
- Utilize the SOP (Standard Operating Procedures) and the support checklists to train production technicians; Work collaboratively with technicians to ensure SOPs are updated and maintained.
- Work with shift supervisors, working leads, technicians, and others for SOC (Standard Operating Conditions) document revisions, along with best practices.
- Issue all current CTRs in which SOPs have been edited & ensure all technicians receive training on changes prior to sign-off.
- Create and issue One Point Lessons when needed to gain an understanding of issues on the production floor.
- Utilize existing FSM Qualification and Mentor Checklists with a focus on execution.
- Responsible for material on Qualification Checklists, Mentor Checklists, maintaining Training Records, revisions to the checklists, and all other training forms.
- Provide departmental orientation to new employees.
- Work proactively with production supervisors and Working Leads to assign training mentors to trainees as a “point of contact” for assistance; oversee mentor training to ensure consistent and proper execution.
- Make recommendations on training solutions. Support continuous improvement in production and training-related areas.
- Periodically reassess the current Qualification and Training program and recommend and implement changes.
- Assist with troubleshooting opportunities and make decisions and/or recommendations for correction.
- Proactively monitor the area and work collaboratively with Supervisors and Working Leads to address training and performance issues adequately.
- Serve as a liaison between IT and Production to resolve ERP (AX) issues.
- Must be able to flex schedule to cover all shifts as needed, including weekends & holidays per the training schedule.
- Work in a high-performance, team-centered work environment to support overall plant goals.
- Participate in cross-functional continuous improvement teams. Including KATA and Kaizen activities.
Qualifications
Education Background:
- High School diploma, GED, or equivalent+ 5 years experience or Associate’s Degree with 3+ years experience.
Knowledge & Experience:
- 5+ years experience training in a manufacturing setting required.
- Familiar with standard manufacturing concepts, practices, and procedures.
- Proficiency in math.
- Proficient computer skills (Excel/Word/PowerPoint).
- Able to work independently under limited supervision, and provide direction/leadership to others.
- Demonstrated ability to train others in a technical environment or on technical skills, both on-the-job and in a classroom environment.
- Good organizational skills with basic knowledge and understanding of administrative systems, such as managing files/records and designing forms.
Key Attributes:
- Excellent presentation skills
- Basic understanding of adult learning principles
- Ability to work a flexible schedule
- Excellent communication, teamwork, and interpersonal skills
- Excellent coaching skills
- Good attention to detail
- Able to work on a high-performing team creating an environment where open and honest communication is the norm.
- Know how to put together a strong team, focusing on the characteristics of a good team.
- Ability to build effective workplace relationships, motivate employees, and support employee development.
- Know how to evaluate the team’s effectiveness and improve its performance.
- Must be able to deal with conflict productively, bringing forth issues that need to be discussed and working to forge a mutually beneficial outcome.
- Must be able to effectively empower employees, gaining time and accomplishing more with reduced resources.
Travel:
- Must be able and willing to travel up to 5 % domestically and abroad for training and visiting other company locations
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 30 pounds and/or force necessary to push, pull, or otherwise move objects.
Work Shift: four 10 hour shifts (Monday - Thursday)
Celgard manufacturing sites are IATF 16949 and ISO 9001 certified.
Location Information
Concord is part of the Charlotte metro area, 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.
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