Quality Engineering Tech I — Li-ion Battery Manufacturing

Panasonic Energy Corporation of North America; Sparks (NV); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

401(k) with company match

Paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

On-site food options

Free shuttle

Job summary

Panasonic Energy Corporation of North America (PECNA) is hiring a Quality Engineering Technician I for the Gigafactory near Reno, Nevada. This night shift role supports Quality Operations and involves implementing QC systems, inspections of incoming materials, and data-driven defect reduction.

The position requires a high school diploma or GED plus 3+ years in quality tech, with an associate degree in science/engineering preferred. On-site work with comprehensive benefits is offered.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED.
• 3+ years quality technician background preferred.
• Associate’s or Junior College degree in science or engineering.
• Experience using ISO 9001 quality management system auditing.
• Familiarity with QC tools and MS Office.
• Experience with SPC and defect reduction in high-volume manufacturing.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement quality control systems for Li-ion battery production.
• Perform incoming materials QC in warehouse for cell production.
• Establish QC system in materials warehouse for battery production.
• Inspect incoming materials including cell parts and chemicals for safety and performance.
• Assist data analysis of input/output to reduce defects and improve battery performance.
• Support cell manufacturing process auditing to assure production quality.

Skills

Quality technician experience

Data analysis (SPC)

High-volume manufacturing

Defect reduction

ISO 9001 auditing familiarity

Education

High school diploma or GED

Associate’s or Junior College degree in science/engineering

Tools

MS Office

Quality tools (control chart, FTA, FMEA)

Job description

Panasonic Energy Corporation of North America (PECNA) is hiring a Quality Engineering Technician I for the Gigafactory near Reno, Nevada. This night shift role supports Quality Operations and involves implementing QC systems, inspections of incoming materials, and data-driven defect reduction.

The position requires a high school diploma or GED plus 3+ years in quality tech, with an associate degree in science/engineering preferred. On-site work with comprehensive benefits is offered.