Lead Production Supervisor – 24/7 Battery Plant

Panasonic Corporation of North America; De Soto (KS); Presencial; USD 85.000 - 110.000; Jornada completa

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Health Benefits

401(k) Plan

Paid Time Off

On-site Cafes

Descripción de la vacante

Panasonic Energy is expanding to De Soto, Kansas, building a large lithium-ion battery factory. We seek a Production Supervisor to lead 24/7 shift operations, ensure safety and quality, and drive Lean and SQDCP performance.

The role requires strong leadership, problem-solving, and ability to manage cross-functional teams in a high-volume plant environment. Join a world-class team shaping sustainable transportation.

Formación

• Associate’s degree in a technical discipline (e.g., Industrial Technology, Manufacturing Technology, Engineering Technology).
• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Operations Management, Industrial Engineering, or a related field.
• Six Sigma certification (Green Belt or higher).
• OSHA 30‑Hour General Industry certification.
• 3+ years of progressive leadership experience in a high-volume, 24/7 manufacturing environment, or 2+ years as PECNA Process Lead.
• Knowledge of Lean, 6S, and continuous improvement practices.
• Strong problem‑solving and decision‑making skills.
• Effective communicator; works well independently and with cross‑functional teams.
• Must be resilient, self‑motivated, and able to perform effectively under pressure.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook).
• Working‑level knowledge of the English language.
• Alignment to Panasonic’s seven core principles.

Responsabilidades

• 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
• Drive Lean manufacturing and 6S initiatives to improve efficiency and reduce waste
• Drive execution of plant-wide initiatives aligned to SQDCP metrics
• Participate in issue resolution, data-driven decision-making, and process improvement activities
• Train and onboard new employees on SOPs, SWIs, and safety protocols
• Coach, mentor, and guide team members to improve performance and engagement
• Collaborate with HR and leadership on employee relations and performance issues
• Participate in PFMEA and risk mitigation activities in collaboration with Manufacturing Process Engineers
• Support implementation and compliance of control plans throughout production
• Ensure a safe work environment by enforcing safety standards and practices
• Train employees on safe work methods and proper use of PPE
• Monitor production processes to ensure quality standards are met at every stage
• Ensure defects are contained at the point of origin and do not progress downstream or reach the customer
• Investigate root causes and implement corrective actions for quality issues
• Provide direct supervision to Skilled Machine Technicians, including work assignment, performance oversight, training, and adherence to safety and operational standards
• Support on-site safety and equipment handling protocols

Conocimientos

Problem-solving

Communication

Team leadership

English proficiency

Continuous improvement

Educación

Associate’s degree in a technical discipline

Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration or Industrial Engineering

Six Sigma certification

OSHA 30‑Hour General Industry

Herramientas

ERP/MES experience (SAP, Oracle, FactoryTalk)

Descripción del empleo

Panasonic Energy is expanding to De Soto, Kansas, building a large lithium-ion battery factory. We seek a Production Supervisor to lead 24/7 shift operations, ensure safety and quality, and drive Lean and SQDCP performance.

The role requires strong leadership, problem-solving, and ability to manage cross-functional teams in a high-volume plant environment. Join a world-class team shaping sustainable transportation.