Maintenance Technician- Night Shift

Panasonic Energy; De Soto (KS); On-site; USD 34,000 - 47,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

401(k)

Tuition reimbursement

PTO

Job summary

Panasonic Energy in De Soto, Kansas, is hiring an Industrial Maintenance Technician I to maintain production equipment through preventative maintenance and basic repairs. You will work with a TPM-focused team to ensure reliable machine operation and support ongoing manufacturing goals.

The role requires practical maintenance experience, strong English skills, and the ability to learn quickly in a fast-paced environment. Competitive benefits accompany this onsite opportunity.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of experience as a maintenance technician.
• Fast-paced environment; ability to learn new tools quickly.
• Proficiency in English: reading, writing, speaking.
• Basic mathematical skills for standard calculations.
• Pass Ramsay testing assessment.
• Willingness to learn production processes.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Works closely with Maintenance and Operations teams to maintain equipment.
• Checks settings, gauge readings, HMI, and sensors to keep machines within specifications.
• Performs preventative maintenance including cleaning, lubrication, and parts replacement.
• Identifies machine abnormalities and schedules repairs.
• Tightens belts, inspects belts and chains for wear and proper tension.
• Replaces belts, filters, and other parts as needed.
• Lubricates fittings, joints, and motors as required.
• Performs cleaning and reassembly of dismantled equipment per OEM specs.

Skills

Maintenance experience

English proficiency

Math skills

Teamwork

Adaptability

Job description

Job Description

Why Settle for Ordinary When You Can Help Change the World? Panasonic Energy has launched their groundbreaking, state-of-the-art manufacturing facility in De Soto and our team is growing! This is your chance to grow with one of the best benefits packages in the region, including medical, dental, 401(k), tuition reimbursement, PTO, and holiday pay AND huge opportunities for advancement and career growth. Backed by a proven company that's been transforming the technology industry for over 100 years, this isn't just a job; it's a career that matters. Ready to shape the future of sustainable energy? Join us today!

Want to meet our talent team in person? We offer walk-in interview hours Monday through Friday from 1pm to 5pm CST at our recruiting office located at 10900 South Clay Blair Boulevard in Olathe, KS 66061. The recruiting office is open for walk-in interviews.

WHO YOU ARE AT PANASONIC ENERGY

Do you want to join a team that’s changing the world? Do you have a strong background as an Industrial Maintenance Technician? Then Panasonic Energy is looking for you!

WHAT YOU'LL DO

Job Summary

In this role, the Industrial Maintenance Technician I (IMT I) is responsible for maintaining the production equipment and machinery in proper operating order through preventative maintenance, basic troubleshooting, and basic repair. This is a Multi-Craft position. This role will be exposed to improvement activities. The technician will work with the Operations team to facilitate a Total Preventative Maintenance (TPM) environment and machine ownership. Additionally, the Technician is responsible for performing routine maintenance of all machines to prevent mechanical failure.

Compensation

$29.50

Shift Needs

• B-Shift 6:30pm - 7:15am or 6:45pm - 7:30am (Sun, Mon, Tues, Alternating Wed)
• D-Shift 6:30pm - 7:15am or 6:45pm - 7:30am (Alternating Wed, Thurs, Fri, Sat)

Current Shift Availability

• B-Shift 6:30pm - 7:15am or 6:45pm - 7:30am ( Sun, Mon, Tues, Alternating Wed)
• D-Shift 6:30pm - 7:15am or 6:45pm - 7:30am (Alternating Wed, Thurs, Fri, Sat)

Essential Duties

• Works closely with Maintenance team members and Operations team members to maintain PENA equipment
• Checks settings, gauge readings, Human Machine Interface (HMI), and sensors regularly to keep machines operating at appropriate specifications
• Perform regular preventative maintenance on machines according to documented requirements such as cleaning and lubricating shafts, bearings, gears, and other parts
• Completes visual and audible observations to detect any machine abnormalities and to address and create scheduled repairs
• Tightens bolts and inspects belts and chains for wear and tear for proper tensions
• Changes belts, filters, and other replaceable parts as needed
• Greases and or lubricates fittings, joints, unions, and motors as required
• Performs complex cleaning activities on dismantled equipment and reassembles per OEM specifications

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.

MUST-HAVES

• Minimum of 2 years of experience as a maintenance technician
• Demonstrated ability to work in a fast-paced, flexible environment and take the initiative to learn new tools and concepts quickly.
• Proficiency in the English language, including reading, writing, and speaking.
• Basic mathematical skills with the ability to perform standard calculations.
• Successfully pass a Ramsay testing assessment.
• Ability to quickly learn the organization's production processes.
• Intuitive, adaptable, creative, and collaborative with excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• A team-oriented mindset with openness to learning and accepting guidance

NICE-TO-HAVES

• 4 + years of experience
• Competition of PECNA maintenance apprentice program
• Prior exposure to a manufacturing/production environment.
• PLC experience
• Resilient, self-motived and able to work well under pressure

BENEFITS & PERKS - WHAT'S IN IT FOR YOU

Panasonic Energy prioritizes total well-being and offers comprehensive benefits options to support physical, emotional, financial, social, and environmental health:

• Highly inclusive and class-leading healthcare options to include family planning, mental health, and pet insurance
• Employee assistance programs that support total well-being with complimentary session offered each and every month
• Company-matched and fully vested 401K retirement program that starts immediately from date of enrollment
• Annual bonus program, High5 employee recognition and awards platform, quarterly and annual employee recognition
• Simplified access to self-guided and representative-supported short and long-term financial wellness and retirement planning
• Educational Assistance & Reimbursement Program
• Diversity, equity, and inclusion programs and associated employee resource groups that promote representation and belonging
• Leadership, career, and mentorship development programs opportunities at all levels across the organization
• Collaborative and motivating culture routed in continuous personal and professional growth and much more.

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, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or other characteristics protected by law. All qualified individuals are required to perform the essential functions of the job with or without reasonable accommodation.

Due to the high volume of responses, we will only be able to respond to candidates of interest. 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.

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