Maintenance Technician I - M-f 8:00am-5:00pm

Panasonic Energy; Reno (NV); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Benefits

Job summary

Panasonic Energy is hiring a Maintenance Technician - Conversion to modify and adjust production equipment for new product models and ensure safe, efficient operation. You will perform mechanical and electrical updates, troubleshoot issues, and follow SOPs in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

This onsite role emphasizes preventative maintenance, accurate record-keeping, and collaboration with operators to maximize line efficiency while upholding safety standards.

Qualifications

• Must have working-level English (reading, writing, and speaking).
• Minimum of 2 years of production or manufacturing experience.
• High school diploma or GED preferred.

Responsibilities

• Modify mechanical and electrical hardware to support new product models.
• Perform preventive maintenance and inspect equipment for proper operation.
• Troubleshoot, repair, and adjust machines as needed.
• Follow SOPs and assist with operator tasks when required.
• Document all maintenance work and maintain accurate records.

Skills

English proficiency

Production experience

Problem solving

Teamwork

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, PowerPoint, Excel)

Job description

Job Description

The Maintenance Technician - Conversion is responsible for modifying and adjusting production equipment to support new product models and keeping machinery running safely and efficiently. This role performs mechanical and electrical updates, helps troubleshoot and repair equipment issues, and participates in process improvement efforts. The technician is also expected to learn and follow standard operating procedures (SOPs) for their assigned production area and assist with production tasks by performing operator duties when needed.

Shift: Monday-Friday 8:00AM-5:00PM

Essential Duties

• Perform mechanical and electrical hardware changes to accommodate new cell model requirements
• Measure and adjust cell dimensions to meet cell specifications
• Inspect, organize, and prepare incoming hardware shipments for upcoming line conversions
• Check settings, gauge readings, and sensors regularly to keep machines operating at proper specifications
• Perform regular preventative maintenance on machines according to documented requirements
• Make continuing visual and audible observations of the machines to detect any abnormalities
• Tighten bolts and inspects belts and chains for wear and tear for proper tensions
• Perform simple machinist duties and responsibilities such as periodic cleaning and lubrication of machines, change oil and swap out parts
• Restore machines to correct operating functions
• Make the needed mechanical and pneumatic adjustments
• Ability to recover all error codes
• Use a variety of hand and power tools, electric meters, and material handling equipment in performing duties
• Report faulty operations and defective material to proper supervision
• Support modifications to the machines and overall process to help increase the efficiency and production of the department
• Partner with operators on how to complete cleaning tasks, minor repairs and adjustments to the machines
• Maintain complete and accurate records of all work done on the equipment and machines

Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) Requirements

• To ensure the health and safety in the workplace and for the protection of our employees, wearing PPE is a possibility 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.

Education

• Basic/Required: Some high school education
• Preferred: High School Diploma, GED (General Education Development) or equivalent

Essential Qualifications

• Must have working-level knowledge of the English language, including reading, writing, and speaking English

Preferred Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years of production or manufacturing experience
• Skilled with Microsoft Office Suite, including Outlook, PowerPoint, and Excel
• Resilient and self-motivated
• 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)

Physical Demands

Physical Activities: (Percentage of time (equaling 100%) during the normal workday the employee is required to)

• Sit: 10%
• Walk: 20%
• Stand: 60%
• Lift: 10%

Required Lifting and Carrying

Required frequency is: Not required (0%), Occasional (1-33%), Frequent (34-66%, Continuous (67-100%)

• Up to 10 lbs.: Frequent
• Up to 20 lbs.: Frequent
• Up to 35 lbs.: Frequent
• Team-lift only (over 35 lbs.): Frequent

WHERE YOU'LL BE

For our onsite roles, Panasonic Energy is committed to fostering an ideal working environment that goes beyond the conventional. We understand the significance of moments that matter in your onsite experience, and we prioritize creating a workspace that not only promotes productivity but also ensures a fulfilling and positive work atmosphere. Join us at Panasonic Energy, where your onsite presence is valued, and we strive to make each moment count in your professional journey.

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. Join us and be part of a team that values your work, encourages innovation, and actively contributes to a positive societal impact.

In addition to an environment that is as innovative as our products, we offer competitive salaries and benefits.

WE TAKE OPPORTUNITY SERIOUSLY

At Panasonic Energy, we are committed to a workplace that genuinely fosters inclusion and belonging. Fairness and Honesty have been part of our core values for more than 100 years and we are proud of our diverse culture as an equal opportunity employer.

We understand that your career search may look different than others and embrace the professional, personal, educational, and volunteer opportunities through which people gain experience.

Supplemental Information

Pre-employment drug testing is required.

Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or other characteristic protected by law. All qualified individuals are required to perform the essential functions of the job with or without reasonable accommodation.

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.