Lead, 24/7 Assembly Production Supervisor

Panasonic Energy Corporation of North America; De Soto (KS); On-site; USD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Panasonic Energy Corporation of North America in De Soto, Kansas, is hiring a Production Supervisor for a high‑volume, 24/7 manufacturing environment as we build the world’s largest lithium‑ion battery factory. You will lead shift operations, drive Lean/6S, and ensure safety, quality, and delivery targets while developing a high‑performing team.

The role emphasizes problem solving, cross‑functional collaboration, and adherence to standardized work and SQDCP metrics to deliver measurable

Qualifications

• Associate degree in a technical discipline; relevant work experience may be substituted.
• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Operations Management, Industrial Engineering, or a related field preferred.
• Six Sigma certification (Green Belt or higher) and OSHA 30-Hour General Industry certification.

Responsibilities

• Lead daily shift operations to achieve production, quality, cost, and delivery targets.
• Ensure development, maintenance, and strict adherence to Standardized Work Instructions (SWIs).
• Plan and assign work schedules, tasks, and priorities for team members.

Skills

Lean

Six Sigma

Problem-solving

Communication

Microsoft Office

Education

Associate’s degree in a technical discipline

Bachelor’s degree in related field

Six Sigma certification (Green Belt or higher)

OSHA 30-Hour General Industry certification

Tools

SAP

Oracle

FactoryTalk

Job description

Panasonic Energy Corporation of North America in De Soto, Kansas, is hiring a Production Supervisor for a high‑volume, 24/7 manufacturing environment as we build the world’s largest lithium‑ion battery factory. You will lead shift operations, drive Lean/6S, and ensure safety, quality, and delivery targets while developing a high‑performing team.

The role emphasizes problem solving, cross‑functional collaboration, and adherence to standardized work and SQDCP metrics to deliver measurable