Senior Facilities Ops Tech — Battery Plant

Panasonic Energy Corporation of North America; De Soto (KS); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare options

401K retirement plan

Annual bonus program

Educational assistance & reimbursement

Mentorship & career development

Inclusion programs & employee resource

Job summary

Panasonic Energy Corporation of North America is expanding its De Soto, Kansas facility and seeking a Facilities Operations Technician - Level 5. You will monitor and maintain mechanical and electrical systems, lead complex repairs, and drive reliability improvements in a high‑volume manufacturing setting.

Expect to troubleshoot with minimal supervision while collaborating with cross‑functional teams to ensure safety, compliance, and efficient operations in a world‑class lithium‑ion battery

Qualifications

• Must have 4+ years in facilities, industrial maintenance, or related field.
• Deep knowledge of mechanical, electrical, HVAC, and utility systems.
• Ability to independently lead troubleshooting and repair of complex systems.
• Strong reading of diagrams, schematics, blueprints, and technical docs.
• Experience with CMMS maintenance tracking and reporting.

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 system disruptions.
• Monitor and optimize facility systems including HVAC, electrical distribution, water, and compressed air.
• Maintain accurate maintenance records and CMMS documentation.

Skills

Root cause analysis

Troubleshooting

CMMS

Electrical systems

Mechanical systems

Education

High school diploma or GED

Trade school or vocational training

OSHA 10/30 or similar certifications

Tools

CMMS software

Diagnostic tools

Job description

Panasonic Energy Corporation of North America is expanding its De Soto, Kansas facility and seeking a Facilities Operations Technician - Level 5. You will monitor and maintain mechanical and electrical systems, lead complex repairs, and drive reliability improvements in a high‑volume manufacturing setting.

Expect to troubleshoot with minimal supervision while collaborating with cross‑functional teams to ensure safety, compliance, and efficient operations in a world‑class lithium‑ion battery