HVAC/ Mechanic Technician at Celgard, LLC in Charlotte, North Carolina

Job Description:

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 here and does not supervise others.



About The Role



We are seeking an HVAC/ M
echanic
Technician to be a part of the Maintenance team based in Charlotte, NC. The HVAC/ Mechanic role is responsible for operating, maintaining, repairing, inspecting, troubleshooting, testing, and installation support of systems (HVAC) equipment (including heating, ventilation, air conditioning, refrigeration, compressed air, pneumatics, humidity control, electrical, auxiliary heating/cooling, monitoring, and control systems). This position also will perform preventative maintenance, mechanical repairs, and troubleshooting of production & development equipment.



Required Skills/ Abilities

• Able to troubleshoot, and maintain typical mechanical drive systems (brakes, clutches, couplings, bearings, belts, chains, gears, sprockets, etc.)


• Troubleshooting pneumatic systems


• HVAC and chilled water system troubleshooting and repair


• Pump and fan troubleshooting and repair


• Lubrication of machinery according to recognized best practices


• Equipment installation and precision alignment


• Experience and knowledge of electrical systems; power distribution and HVAC


• Understanding of cleanroom HEPA filtration systems, cleanroom requirements, and protocols

• Microsoft Office proficiency for document editing and business communication

Expectations

• Preventive maintenance and troubleshooting of machinery for production, HVAC, and general building operation
  
  
  • Facility systems include:
    
    
    • (HVAC), plumbing, electrical, water, air. HVAC systems include chilled water DX chillers and water/glycol loops as well as DX rooftop units
    
    
    
    
  
  
  • Manufacturing systems include:
    
    
    • Blown film extrusion, plastic film ovens, film slitting, and related equipment
    
    
    
    
  
  
  
  


• Troubleshooting and repair of electrical components for HVAC systems


• Perform minor fabrication and machine work, i.e., welding, milling machine, lathe, and drill press.


• Operate equipment such as forklifts, portable hoists, cherry pickers, one-man lifts, etc...


• Utilize technical publications, diagrams, etc., to accomplish maintenance, repair, and ordering material and equipment.


• Perform minor modifications to equipment to eliminate the root cause of failures.


• Support new equipment installations.


• Complete and submit all paperwork associated with equipment maintenance and safety protocols.


• Train other maintenance personnel on systems and personal areas of expertise.


• Work collaboratively with all personnel; lead and participate in cross-functional teams.

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 80% of the time, working at heights up to 30 feet, lifting and carrying up to 50 lbs., climbing ladders, bending, and twisting in order to reach remote equipment.


Celgard manufacturing sites are IATF 16949 and ISO 9001 certified.



Education/ Certifications



Required:

• High School diploma, GED, or equivalent


• Associate degree preferred in a technical-related field, or completion of an accredited trade school in HVAC (heating, ventilation, and air conditioning), or equivalent HVAC work experience

Preferred:

• EPA Clean Air Section 608 License or obtain within a year


• 2 to 4 years' experience required in an industrial environment performing HVAC and mechanical maintenance.5+ years' experience preferred.


• Formal industrial maintenance training


• Strength in one or more of the following: welding, machine shop, optical alignment, and proper rigging techniques.


• Formal training with predictive techniques such as infrared and ultrasonic inspections.

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