Senior Facilities Ops Tech – Battery Plant

Panasonic Avionics Corporation; De Soto (KS); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare options

401K retirement program

Annual bonus program

Educational assistance

Job summary

Panasonic Energy in De Soto, Kansas, is seeking a Facilities Operations Technician – Level 5 to support a large lithium‑ion battery factory. You will monitor, maintain, and troubleshoot mechanical and electrical systems to ensure safe and reliable operations.

You will lead advanced repair activities, document work in CMMS, and contribute to continuous improvement while mentoring junior technicians in a fast‑paced manufacturing environment.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED with 2+ years in facilities, maintenance, or related area.
• Advanced knowledge of mechanical, electrical, HVAC, and utility systems in manufacturing.
• Ability to independently lead troubleshooting and repair of complex systems.

Responsibilities

• Perform rounds on mechanical and electrical systems with minimal supervision.
• Lead advanced troubleshooting and repair using specialized tools and knowledge.
• Respond to operational issues and diagnose disruptions to restore service.
• Monitor and optimize facility systems including HVAC, electrical distribution, and water.
• Maintain CMMS records and documentation; support continuous improvement.

Skills

Advanced troubleshooting

CMMS

Mechanical systems

Electrical systems

Root cause analysis

Reading schematics

Cross-functional collaboration

Technical mentoring

Education

High school diploma or GED

2+ years in facilities/maintenance

Tools

Diagnostic equipment

Hand tools

Pneumatic/HVAC tools

Reading electrical diagrams

Job description

Panasonic Energy in De Soto, Kansas, is seeking a Facilities Operations Technician – Level 5 to support a large lithium‑ion battery factory. You will monitor, maintain, and troubleshoot mechanical and electrical systems to ensure safe and reliable operations.

You will lead advanced repair activities, document work in CMMS, and contribute to continuous improvement while mentoring junior technicians in a fast‑paced manufacturing environment.