The Requirements
To meet the basic qualifications for this role you will have:- A high school diploma, GED, or the equivalent.
- Legal authorization to work permanently in the United States for any employer without requiring a visa transfer or visa sponsorship.
- An associate's degree or certificate in Electrical Technology or a related field, or relevant military experience, highly preferred.
- 5+ years of experience in an industrial environment performing instrumentation and electrical work. Quick question for you - click here
- The ability to troubleshoot a wide range of AC/DC electrical systems.
- The ability to repair and/or replace electrical components.
- The ability to read/comprehend electrical schematics.
- Experience supporting instrumentation and control loops for temperature, pressure, tension, and flow, is preferred.
- Experience in electronic troubleshooting, and proficiency navigating and troubleshooting AB PLC systems including function blocks and PID loops.
- The ability to work at heights up to 30 feet, lift and carry up to 50 pounds, climb ladders, and bend and twist to reach remote equipment.
- Flexibility to carry a phone for coverage and site-wide communication.
- Proficiency with computers and computer applications (MS Office, Word, Excel).
- The ability to perform diagnostics and set-up PLC and AC Inverter drives; preferred experience on Allen Bradley RSLogix 500, RSLogix 5000, and Powerflex drives.
- A PIV equipment license (forklifts, portable hoist, cherry picker, one-man lift, etc.).
- Experience and knowledge of mechanical systems is a plus.
- The ability to work on a high-performing team, contributing to an environment in which open and honest communication is the norm.
- The ability to build effective workplace relationships, motivating co-workers, and supporting co-worker development.
- The ability to deal with conflict productively, bringing forth issues that need to be discussed and working to forge a mutually beneficial outcome.
- The desire to be empowered, work in a collaborative environment, and accomplish more with reduced resources.
The Role
About the team and shiftYou’ll join a talented team including mechanics, I&E technicians, and a seasoned supervisor. It's a great, cohesive team with a nice mix of experience and talent. The night shift crew will be comprised of you and a mechanic so you must be able to operate independently, though your supervisor is a phone call away. This position covers a 12 hour night shift and works a standard 2, 2, 3 schedule. Quick question for you - click here
Daily responsibilities
Reporting directly to the Electrical / I&E Supervisor, as Instrumentation and Electrical (I&E) Technician II, you will be responsible for performing instrumentation and electrical maintenance functions to support our Concord facility's equipment. You will deliver ongoing maintenance and repair of all instruments, control systems and electrical equipment within the plant. Success will require a high level of skill/expertise in the areas of inspection, troubleshooting, calibration, repair, testing, adjustment, installation, and removal of all electronic and electrical plant equipment and systems. You will use your troubleshooting skills daily.
Specific duties will include:
- Performing electrical calibrations and preventative maintenance.
- Troubleshooting, diagnosing, and repairing electrical power systems, motor drives, and control systems, as well as instruments used in the systems.
- Using test equipment such as volt, Ohm, current meters, megohmeters, and oscilloscopes.
- Disassembling, cleaning, and reassembling production equipment.
- Installing and verifying correct instrument installation.
- Supporting new equipment installations with point-to-point verification prior to start up.
- Providing revisions to electrical schematics and procedures, when needed.
- Documenting detailed job notes in CMMS.
- Operating PIV equipment (forklifts, portable hoist, cherry picker, one-man lift, etc.).
- Repairing and/or replacing electrical components.
- Understanding and safely using a multi-meter.
- Cross-training in mechanical systems and other maintenance disciplines; continuously learning and developing maintenance skills.
- Training other maintenance personnel on I&E systems and personal areas of expertise.
- Working collaboratively with all maintenance and manufacturing personnel; leading and participating in cross-functional teams.
- Following all Celgard safety guidelines and procedures; planning safety into projects and tasks.
Why Celgard
Great work environmentThis is a newer plant with state-of-the-art equipment and a lean state of mind. We're actively building a performance culture with high-energy teams that encourage cross-functional collaboration with individual contributions.
Professional growth
We offer opportunities for advancement in your discipline and offer the opportunities for cross training in other disciplines in the maintenance department. If you have the desire and drive to learn and develop your skills, you will have ample opportunities.
Career options
Celgard dynamically stewards its resources, particularly our most important resource: our people. Because of our unique market niches and proprietary technologies, we prefer to promote from within whenever possible. As we expand we'll be looking for proven professionals to grow with us. From this role you could step up to a I&E Technician III and beyond.
Green is the present and future
As a tech driven company tied to the green energy sector, we are poised for ongoing growth as tech products from cell phones to electric drive vehicles continue to play an ever increasing role in people's lives.
Strong growth environment
With more than 30 years of experience in the development, manufacturing, and distribution of high-performance membrane separators, Celgard is a recognized leader among lithium battery material suppliers, delivering outstanding product performance, reliable supply, technical solutions, and global business support.
Celgard and our parent company, Polypore International, Inc., continue to grow, as our product line is used in a diverse number of applications in robust markets, including laptops, cell phones, digital cameras, electric drive vehicles, medical devices, and various military applications. Our history of strong growth includes the following facilities expansions:
- In 2011 we expanded our Charlotte facility and the Concord facility to serve growth in the consumer electronics and EDV markets.
- In 2009 we received a matching grant from the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) to support the development of the U.S. EDV market. This funding supported construction of the Concord facility as well as expansion at our Charlotte plant.
- In 2008 we acquired a new technology along with production facilities in Korea, so that we now have the broadest portfolio in our industry. In 2010 we began expanding the Korean facility.
Celgard is committed to providing competitive pay and benefit programs that meet the needs of our employees and their families. We recognize that our greatest asset is our people, and that they deserve the best support. In addition to a competitive wage, we offer comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, a 401(k) plan, holiday and vacation pay, and more.
Keys to Success
Individual contribution and ownership -- we thrive on the contribution each person brings to our organization and therefore we are looking for individuals who excel in a team-based environment that requires accountability, integrity, and a customer focus, while working under limited supervision. Individuals, through the structure of their team, are empowered to have ownership of their process.Interpersonal and communication skills -- teamwork is essential to your success, and communication is essential to a strong team. You will assist in creating an environment where open and honest communication is the norm -- with your teammates as well as all groups in the organization. You should have solid interpersonal skills along with effective written and verbal communication skills.
Safety and our environment -- through our actions we strive to do zero harm to our people and environment. All employees will actively assist in maintaining and improving an accident free workplace. For the benefit of our employees and product, the Concord facility is drug-free.
About Celgard
Celgard is a global leader in the development and production of specialty microporous membranes, and is one of the largest suppliers to the lithium battery industry. Celgard® battery separators are highly engineered and are used in disposable and rechargeable lithium-ion batteries for personal electronic devices such as notebook computers, mobile telephones, digital cameras, and power tools and are emerging in applications including electric drive vehicles (EDVs), and reserve power and electricity grid management systems. These separators play a critical role in the performance and life of lithium-ion battery cells by providing a barrier between the positive and negative electrodes - preventing short circuits while controlling the exchange of lithium ions from one side of the battery to the other.With company headquarters in Charlotte, NC, and battery separator manufacturing facilities in the United States, Korea, and China, we are ideally positioned to serve the just-in-time needs of a global market. Celgard is a wholly owned subsidiary of Polypore International, Inc., (NYSE: PPO) a global high-technology filtration company specializing in microporous membranes.
Regardless of the energy storage application, the Celgard product portfolio offers the best solution for quality, reliability, and performance.
Pictured: Our corporate Charlotte location.