Inventory Material Review Board Supervisor - Electrode

Responsibilities

• Inventory/Material Review Board Supervisor
• Evaluate discrepancies and possible impact of production, processing, reliability, and obligation to customers
• Understand actions needed to be taken on affected areas and instructions related to the issue or nonconformance
• Track material flow throughout the various processes and inventory locations
• Conduct and organize periodic physical counts
• Cook
• Coordinate abnormal scrap analysis and disposition and request approval by management
• Synchronize material management with support teams
• Create NCR (Non-Conforming Reports)
• Perform MES (Manufacture Execution System) submissions and approvals for SAP
• Confirm registrations in MES and correct if incorrect
• Perform forensic investigation of material flows: e.g., misplacements, on-hold status, and outflows
• Maintain the MRB (Material Review Board) files and conduct weekly reviews with management
• Lead activities during inventory days and publish discrepancy reports as needed
• Support production as required

Qualifications

• 3+ years of progressive manufacturing/operations experience in a high pace/high volume manufacturing environment
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities
• Detail oriented
• Extensive knowledge of MRP systems
• Leverage Lean Six Sigma Yellow Belt desirable with continuous process improvement experience
• Must have working-level knowledge of the English language, including reading, writing, and speaking English
• Extensive knowledge of ASRS (Automated Storage & Retrieval Systems)
• Extensive knowledge of MES preferred
• Firsthand knowledge of material flow within the manufacturing processes preferred
• Leverage Lean Six Sigma Green Belt or higher is ideal
• Superior communication and interpersonal skills
• Results orientated with the ability to plan and deliver against production deadlines and goals
• An appreciation of and an ability to positively resolve issues arising from different cultures
• Resilient, self-motivated and able to work well under pressure
• 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)
• Advanced skills in MS Office (Word, Power Point, Excel, Outlook) preferred

Benefits & Perks

• Health Benefits – 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
• Employee Recognition Program – High5 employee recognition and awards platform, quarterly and annual employee recognition
• Annual Bonus Program – Opportunity for an annual performance-based bonus
• On-site Food Options – Several on-site cafes, plentiful snack and beverage kitchens, revolving on-site vendor visits and employee events
• Free Shuttle – Rides to and from work!

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.

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. Thank you for your interest in Panasonic Energy Corporation of North America.