Facilities Operations Lead Technician - Kansas

Panasonic Corporation of North America; De Soto (KS); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare options

401K retirement program

Annual bonus program

Educational assistance

Job summary

Panasonic Energy Corporation of North America in De Soto, Kansas is seeking a Facilities Lead Technician to operate and optimize complex utility and building systems in a high-volume manufacturing environment.

You will provide technical leadership, perform advanced troubleshooting, develop MOPs/JSAs, and mentor other technicians while ensuring safety, regulatory compliance, and reliability.

Qualifications

• 5+ years in facilities, industrial maintenance, or related field.
• Advanced knowledge of utility generation and distribution systems, mechanical and electrical systems.
• Ability to read diagrams, schematics, blueprints, and technical documentation.
• Strong proficiency with SCADA, diagnostic tools, and performance monitoring systems.
• Experience leading complex troubleshooting efforts and driving resolution of critical system issues.
• Excellent communication and cross-functional coordination skills.
• English language proficiency (reading, writing, speaking).
• Commitment to Panasonic’s core principles of contribution, fairness, cooperation, effort, courtesy, adaptability, gratitude.

Responsibilities

• Operate and monitor facility control systems (SCADA, life support).
• Oversee electrical supply and distribution from yard to point of use.
• Oversee boiler operations and preventive maintenance activities.
• Lead troubleshooting and resolution for critical system issues.
• Develop, implement, and standardize Maintenance Operating Procedures (MOPs) and JSAs.
• Mentor and guide junior technicians to ensure consistent best practices.

Skills

SCADA systems

Diagnostic tools

Performance monitoring

Technical leadership

English language

Communication & coordination

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

CMMS

Job description

Panasonic Energy Corporation of North America in De Soto, Kansas is seeking a Facilities Lead Technician to operate and optimize complex utility and building systems in a high-volume manufacturing environment.

You will provide technical leadership, perform advanced troubleshooting, develop MOPs/JSAs, and mentor other technicians while ensuring safety, regulatory compliance, and reliability.