Machine Operator I

Panasonic Avionics Corporation; Sparks (NV); On-site; USD 25,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Benefits – Medical, dental, vision

401(k) plan with company matching

Paid Time-Off Benefits

Educational Assistance

Employee Recognition Program

Annual Bonus Program

Free Shuttle to and from work

Job summary

A global technology company is seeking a Machine Operator to work with lithium-ion battery cell production machines. Responsibilities include operating machinery, maintaining safe work practices, and ensuring compliance with quality standards. Applicants should have at least two years of experience in manufacturing and possess strong troubleshooting skills. This role offers competitive benefits, including health plans and a retirement savings plan.

Qualifications

• Minimum of two years previous experience in a manufacturing environment required.
• Working-level knowledge of English, including reading, writing, and speaking is required.
• Physical ability to lift, stand, and walk as needed.

Responsibilities

• Operate lithium-ion battery cell production machines.
• Perform machine and work area upkeep.
• Maintain active communication with co-workers and Maintenance Technicians.
• Maintain shift logs and QC records for assigned areas.
• Communicate effectively with co-workers and maintenance staff.

Skills

Operating lithium-ion battery cell production machines

Basic analysis and troubleshooting

Excellent communication skills

Basic skills in Microsoft Office

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Material bar code scanners

Job description

Overview

Do you want to join a team that's changing the world? Do you have a strong background as a Machine Operator? Then Panasonic Energy is looking for you! Check out the job description and apply now. Put your skills to meaningful use, gain unique experience, and work with world-class team members with diverse backgrounds and expertise who share the same vision. Join the PECNA team today!

Responsibilities

Job Title: Machine Operator l

Shift: Days and Nights

Department: Electrode

Job Summary:

The Machine Operator operates one or several lithium-ion battery cell production machines within a variety of departments, including many clean-room environments. Machine types may be inspection, and conveyance machines. Operators also perform related machine and work area upkeep (5S), material movement, conduct basic analysis and sustain production logs. Operators work across a team to ensure safe and high-quality product. In this role, you will be required to maintain active communication with co-workers and Maintenance Technicians for quality and production related issues. When necessary, elevate these issues to management or the appropriate personnel. Maintain shift logs and QC records for the assigned areas. The individual must work and comply with safety working standards, practice, and all environmental regulations in addition to all company rules and policies.

Essential Duties:

• Operate one or several lithium-ion battery cell production machines. Machine types may be inspection, and conveyance machines
• Operate and start-up the machines
• Ability to identify problems and minor troubleshooting
• Delivery of materials to production floor
• Ability to analyze, estimate workload and perform multi-tasking
• Assist Maintenance Technicians in preventative maintenance procedures such as equipment clean up
• Monitor processes and perform continuous image inspections and visual quality checks of the products to ensure acceptance standards are met
• Basic skills in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint)
• Ability to use material bar code scanners
• Be-able to follow work instructions and Standard Operating Procedures (SOP)
• Prepare documentation as required
• Maintain a clean and safe work area “6s” (Sort, Shine, Set-in Order, Standardize, Sustain, Safety)
• Understand department workflow, processes & be detail oriented
• Excellent communication with co-workers both verbally and written
• Must adhere to company rules and policy
• Comply with all environmentally safe practices and regulations

Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) Requirements:

• Wearing PPE is a requirement for some roles at PENA and may include equipment such as a full Tyvek suit, safety shoes, gloves, safety glasses, face mask, bump cap, and a full hazmat suit that includes a respirator.

The foregoing description is not intended and should not be construed to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, skills and efforts or work conditions associated with the job. It is intended to be an accurate reflection of the general nature and level of the job.

Must-Haves:

Education:
• Basic/Required: High School Diploma, GED (General Education Development) or equivalent required
• Preferred: None

Essential Qualifications:

• Minimum of two years previous experience in a manufacturing environment, automation, or assembly is required
• Must have working-level knowledge of the English language, including reading, writing, and speaking English

Nice-to-Haves:

• Previous experience in a warehouse/manufacturing environment, automation, or assembly is preferred
• Ability to analyze, estimate workload and perform multi-tasking
• Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals
• Work within the Metric and Standard systems of measurement
• Basic skills in MS Office (Word, Power Point, Excel, Outlook) preferred

Physical Demands:

Physical Activities: (Percentage of time during the normal workday.)

• Sit: 30%
• Walk: 30%
• Stand: 20%
• Lift: 20%

Benefits & Perks – What’s in It For You:

• 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.

Where You’ll Be / Who We Are:

Onsite roles at Panasonic Energy emphasize an ideal working environment that promotes productivity and a positive work atmosphere. Panasonic Energy is committed to inclusion and a sense of belonging as an equal opportunity employer.

Supplemental Information:

• Pre-employment drug testing is required.

We are an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, genetic information, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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