3rd Shift Chargehand

EnerSys is a global leader in stored energy solutions for industrial applications. We have over thirty manufacturing and assembly plants worldwide servicing over 10,000 customers in more than 100 countries. Worldwide headquarters are located in Reading, PA, USA with regional headquarters in Europe and Asia. We complement our extensive line of Motive Power and Energy Systems with a full range of integrated services and systems. With sales and service locations throughout the world, and over 100 years of battery experience, EnerSys is the power/full solution for stored DC power products.

Motive Power applications include industrial lift trucks and pallet jacks, rail equipment, mining equipment, and airline ground support equipment. Some of the motive power brands include Hawker, Ironclad, General Battery, and Fiamm. Wherever there is a need for motive power, EnerSys offers the perfect energy solution.

Job Purpose

Wires lead/acid batteries for charging. Checks specific gravity and temperature readings to make adjustments during the formation process.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Receive batteries from Bonding, fill with appropriate specific gravity acid, install plugs and move batteries to Charging area.
• Wire batteries with jumpers or bar-up with connecting bars per customer specification.
• Fill tubs with water; take initial specific gravity reading and every four hours during charging. Check voltages, acid temperature and water temperatures regularly on one battery in each tub. Make adjustments as needed until the formation schedule is complete.
• Remove cables and rinse off batteries. Enter required information into database.
• Maintain a clean and orderly work area throughout the shift and clean areas at end of shift. Perform other work as assigned by the supervisor. Assist other members of the crew as required. Must be able to understand and follow all work instructions.

Qualifications

• Minimum Qualifications
  • Ability to operate a variety of instruments, electrical meters
  • Ability to follow written procedures and perform date entry

General Job Requirements

• Generic

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