Maintenance Planner - Manufacturing

Celgard, LLC, a part of the Asahi Kasei Group, develops and manufactures membrane battery separators critical to lithium-ion batteries for electric drive vehicles (EDVs) and energy storage systems (ESS).

About The Role

We are seeking a Maintenance Planner to join the Maintenance team in Charlotte, NC. This full-time, non-supervisory position reports directly to the Plant Maintenance Manager and operates on an 8-hour shift, Monday through Friday.

Responsibilities

• Prepares, schedules, and maintains preventative and predictive maintenance programs for equipment to ensure uninterrupted operation.
• Owns the maintenance Preventative Maintenance (PM) schedule for all production and facility equipment.
• Develops, schedules, and controls preventive and reactive work orders to maintain machinery and equipment in proper working condition.
• Manages maintenance records, including:
  • Electronic records of all PMs.
  • Work order history in the Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS).
  • Contractor documentation for safety inspections and PMs.
• Serves as an expert user of the CMMS, interpreting and manipulating data such as asset registers, PM task lists, backlog data, and KPI reports.
• Provides technical support (problem-solving, etc.) to the Maintenance group as needed.
• Assists in locating and ordering parts and materials for maintenance work.
• Coordinates activities of key third-party contractors performing regular maintenance work in the plant.
• Supports improvement projects aligned with plant strategy, ensuring successful implementation and measurable business results.
• Participates in plant safety processes and supports compliance with site procedures, regulatory requirements, and internal standards.
• Ensures planning processes incorporate safety, permit, and risk management requirements for safe and compliant work execution.
• Works with engineering and reliability functions to embed lessons learned, equipment history, and failure trends into job plans and PMs.
• Manages and tracks all scheduled and required fleet maintenance services (PMs, oil changes, DOT inspections, state inspections, etc.).
• Maintains a valid driver’s license and safe driving record.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or equivalent (required).
• Minimum of 5 years of technical experience in manufacturing equipment repair or parts.
• Planning experience for maintenance activities.
• Organizational skills and experience with information analysis.
• Continuous Improvement / Lean manufacturing experience.
• Proficient with MS Office and CMMS software.
• Experience as a project team member, contributing to successful project execution through leadership, collaboration, and delivery of key objectives.
• Valid driver’s license and safe driving record.

Skills

• Excellent written and interpersonal communication.
• Strong understanding of manufacturing equipment and facility maintenance.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail, with the ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines simultaneously.

Working Environment

This position is in a manufacturing plant setting, requiring work in a production environment around chemicals and machinery. Work will be in both office and production areas, with up to 80% of time spent standing or walking. The role may require lifting up to 35 pounds and/or applying force to push, pull, or move objects. Celgard manufacturing sites are IATF 16949 and ISO 9001 certified.

Benefits

• Comprehensive healthcare benefits, effective the 1st day of the month.
• Flexible Spending Account & Health Savings Account.
• Vacation + 8 paid holidays + 24 hours of floating holidays.
• 401K with Safe Harbor contribution + matching.
• Paid parental leave after one year of employment.
• Employee Assistance Program.
• Life & disability insurance.

About Us

For over 50 years, Celgard has been a global leader in developing and producing high-performance membrane technology. Specializing in solvent-free, dry-process, microporous membranes, Celgard’s products are used as separators in lithium-ion batteries for electric vehicles (EVs) and energy storage systems (ESS). Celgard membranes are also used in specialty applications such as satellites, military installations, and technical textiles for waterproof and breathable apparel. Headquartered in the U.S., Celgard operates manufacturing facilities in the U.S. and China, with sales and technical service staff located throughout North America, Europe, and Asia. Celgard is part of the Asahi Kasei Group, a diversified company with operations in material, homes, and health care sectors, serving customers in over 100 countries with more than 46,000 employees worldwide.

Location Information

Charlotte, NC, known as the Queen City, is a thriving metropolitan area of over 2.6 million people across 15 counties. Located just north of the South Carolina border, Charlotte offers easy access to both the mountains and the beach within a 2-3 hour drive. The city is recognized for its diversity in people, industries, and living options, from urban to rural. Charlotte is ranked second among the 25 largest cities for most desirable place to purchase a home and eighth among the top 10 big booming cities. The city is home to UNC Charlotte, one of North Carolina’s largest college campuses, and offers a vibrant culture with dining, arts, museums, major league sports (basketball, football, soccer), minor league baseball, NASCAR, shopping, festivals, and numerous parks for outdoor activities.