Associate Product Development Technician

2 weeks ago

Owensboro, United States Asahi Kasei America Inc Full time
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 Daramic where we develop and manufacture advanced lead-acid battery separators that are driving innovation in transportation and industrial applications with cars, trucks, forklifts, and golf carts as well as ESS.

Company:
Daramic, LLC

Job Description:

About Us

For over 85 years, Daramic, LLC has led the way in developing new and innovative technology for the lead acid battery market. With headquarters in Charlotte, North Carolina, USA- Daramic supplies high-performance polyethylene and phenolic resin battery separators to the lead acid battery industry. Daramic 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.

Reporting Relationships

Reports to the Raw Material Chemist & Pilot Lab Supervisor

About the Role

Technician develops nonwoven products in the pilot plant. Technicians operate and utilize pilot equipment for sample creation. Technicians work closely with other R&D team members to maintain process quality and safety.

Daramic's Values & Quality

ENVIRONMENTAL, HEALTH, AND Safety:

ISO 14001 Environmental Management System / employee responsibilities

We take ownership in creating a safe and healthy. Working environment for our employees and our community.

Excellence:

We strive to exceed expectations. We are creative and innovative by adding value through unity and synergy.

Partnership:

We actively create an environment that is transparent and sincere. We work collaboratively to build consensus and resolve conflicts in the achievement of common goals. We truly appreciate the uniqueness of each and every individual.

Quality:

ISO 9001 Management system / employee responsibility:

Adequately provide resources for all assigned processes and procedures to fulfill requirements. Awareness of expectations is demonstrated in all relevant levels of the organization. Reporting on the operation (audits & inspections) nonconformity and performance of the QMS (business meetings, KPI reviews, etc.)

Required Skills/Abilities

  • General familiarity with GLP's.
  • On the job training job performed

Expectations

  • Conducts work in DTC pilot plant facilities. Work involves measuring and mixing of chemicals, and set-up and operation of pilot plant equipment and lab instruments.
  • Data entry required for process conditions and test results.
  • Position works as part of a team on technical assignments and conducting product development projects. Often works along with another operator on pilot machinery.
  • Responsible for area safety, quality, and delivery.
  • Requires collaboration with other DTC labs and may require some interaction with vendors. Execution of pilot plant work and coordination with test lab to meet project needs. Confers with development & process engineers and plant personnel as needed to understand the purpose, problems and testing requirements relating to new raw materials, test plans and specifications.
  • May be required to assist with receiving raw materials or packaging and preparing to ship goods to meet customer orders.
  • Participates in the operation and set-up of pilot plant equipment.
  • Connects valves, pumps, hydraulic, mechanical or electrical controls, cabling, tubing, power source, and indicating instruments.
  • Activates controls to apply electrical, hydraulic, pneumatic, or mechanical power
  • Monitors control settings and instruments, and records test data for engineer's use.
  • Operates lab equipment and instruments within the particular laboratory involved. May perform individual tests or designed experiments and record data necessary for analysis.
  • Examines separator products for conformance with product specification,
  • Operates precision analytical measuring instruments and systems.
  • May recommend changes in test methods or equipment for engineering review.
  • Prepares reports on projects and testing conducted for internal distribution.

Working Conditions

Pilot plant setting that would require working in a pilot lab environment. Work will require standing and walking for up to 75% of the time. Lighting and temperature is adequate. Exerting up to 40 pounds of force occasionally and/or a negligible amount to force frequently to lift, carry, push, pull, or otherwise move objects, including the human body.

Candidate Requirements

Education: Associates Degree or BS Degree preferred in technical or chemistry related field

Professional experience: 1-3 years of experience in operations, product development and/or analytical laboratory work with demonstrated experience in project work, and assisting others in successful project completion.

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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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