Equipment Specialist I

Overview

Schedule: Monday-Friday with a start time of 7:00-8:00am
Do you want to join a team that's changing the world? Do you have a strong background as a Equipment Specialist I? Then we're looking for you! Check out the job description and apply now! Join the PECNA team today!

Responsibilities

Meet the recruiter: Joe Richie
Job Summary: The Equipment Specialist I utilizes' mechanical and data analysis skills to support production and the engineering team to reduce defect, increase productivity and create a safe environment. This person will utilize PDCA cycles to identify problems, investigate and troubleshoot. Operation and understanding of the machine must be understood for recovery and verification of the machine after being worked on. Equipment Specialist I will learn various machines and will work to be able to act on 60-80% of mechanical problems that occur. Working closely with engineering this person will provide information, data and/or support to implement countermeasures to machines.

• Follows all company and departmental policies and procedures.
• Must be able to maintain active communication with management and other employees about all job-related concerns and informs the Lead/Supervisor when problems occur.
• Comply with safety regulations and maintain clean and orderly work areas.
• Aids in root cause analysis following the PDCA process
• Regularly checks data to identify problems and to verify actions
• Uses graphs and basic excel skills to interpret data
• Uses machine knowledge to identify mechanism which can cause defect, alarm, etc.
• Understand basic mechanism of common mechanical parts within machines for example sensors, bearings, gearboxes, linear guides, conveyors, etc.
• Demonstrates the application of precision tools like dial indicator, caliper, micrometer, etc.
• Routinely does tasks like installation of improvement parts, taking measurements, repairing machines, reducing defects or alarms, improving productivity, etc.
• Communicates with production and maintenance team to coordinate work
• Maintains complete and accurate records of all work done on the equipment and machines
• Communicates with team members promptly and accurately. Complete pass-down of unfinished tasks to another shift accurately and informative
• Takes direction and can execute tasks

Qualifications

• Basic/Required: High School Diploma or GED (General Education Degree) and/or two years technical training
• PREFERRED: 2-year Associates degree in electronic technology or equivalent experience
• Essential Qualifications: Computer skills and experience with Microsoft Suite Programs, Tableau and MES.
• Must be accurate and a detail-oriented team player
• Demonstration of mechanical aptitude and understanding of generic parts, electrical, hydraulics and mechanical equipment
• Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers. common fractions, and decimals.
• Ability to compute rate, ratio, and percent and to draw and interpret bar graphs.
• Alignment to Panasonic’s seven (7) core principles (contribution to society, fairness and honesty, cooperation and team spirit, untiring effort for improvement, courtesy and humility, adaptability, gratitude)

Benefits & Perks

• Health Benefits – Offering medical, dental, vision, prescription plans, plus Health Savings Account and Flexible Spending Account options.
• Voluntary Benefits – Life, accident, critical illness, disability, legal, identity theft, and pet insurance.
• Panasonic Retirement Savings & Investment Plan (PRSIP) – 401(k) plan with company matching contributions and immediate vesting.
• Paid Time-Off Benefits – Vacation, holidays, personal days, sick leave, volunteer, and parental & caregiver leave.
• Educational Assistance – Tuition reimbursement for job-related courses after six months of service.
• Health Management and Wellbeing Programs – Lifestyle Spending Account, EAP, virtual health management, chronic condition, neurodiversity, tobacco cessation, substance abuse support, and life stage and fertility resources.

Who We Are

Meet Panasonic Energy! At Panasonic Energy, you'll do work that matters as we are dedicated to transforming the world through the acceleration of sustainable energy. By producing safe, high-quality lithium-ion batteries, you become part of a team that plays a crucial role in creating technologies that move us. Our journey began in 2017, and now, as the world's largest lithium-ion battery factory, we are expanding operations to De Soto, Kansas, providing you with the opportunity to experience career growth in more ways than one. As an innovative thinker, you'll thrive here, as we continually push the boundaries of lithium-ion battery technology and production capabilities to enhance efficiency and performance in EVs. Being part of Panasonic Energy means positively contributing to society, aligning with our commitment to building a better world through sustainable energy solutions. We care about what you care about, fostering an environment where your contributions make a meaningful impact on the future of energy and transportation. Join us and be part of a team that values your work, encourages innovation, and actively contributes to a positive societal impact.

Supplemental Information

Pre-employment drug testing is required. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law. All qualified individuals are required to perform the essential functions of the job with or without reasonable accommodation. Due to the high volume of responses, we will only be able to respond to candidates of interest. All candidates must have valid authorization to work in the U.S. without restriction.