Maintenance Technician Level 4

Overview

The Maintenance Technician – Level 4 performs moderately complex repairs on equipment and facilities mechanical systems, ensuring that all manufacturing areas meet or exceed the standards required to create lithium-ion cells. Additionally, the technician diagnoses, troubleshoots, tests, and repairs facilities equipment failures, playing a vital role in preventing disruptions and maintaining high standards of productivity.

Responsibilities

Summary: We are proud to announce the establishment of a state-of-the-art Li-ion battery factory, set amidst the beautiful Kansas City Metro. This groundbreaking green-field factory will serve as a pioneering hub for innovation in sustainable energy solutions.

If you are passionate about contributing to a sustainable future and being part of a dynamic team shaping the electric vehicle revolution, this opportunity is tailor-made for you. We are seeking dedicated individuals to join us as full-time, on-site team members at our new, state-of-the-art factory located in the thriving city of DeSoto, Kansas.

Position Summary: The Maintenance Technician – Level 4 performs moderately complex repair of equipment and facilities mechanical systems. This is a Multi-Craft position. The individual diagnoses, troubleshoots, tests, and repairs facilities equipment failures. Additionally, the role ensures the operation of all machinery and mechanical equipment are in good standing by completing preventive maintenance. The main responsibility is to ensure that the condition of all manufacturing areas meets or exceeds the standards required to create lithium-ion cells.

Essential Duties:

Performs all the duties of a Maintenance Technician – Level 4

Works closely with Maintenance team members and the Operations team members to maintain PENA equipment

Ensures operation of machinery and mechanical equipment by completing preventive maintenance requirements on engines, motors, pneumatic tools, conveyor systems, and production machines; following diagrams, sketches, operations manuals, manufacturers instructions, and engineering specifications; troubleshooting malfunctions

Locates sources of problems by observing mechanical devices in operation; listening for problems; using precision measuring and testing instruments

Performs complex electrical or mechanical troubleshooting to determine problems in non-functioning electro-mechanical equipment

Reading of assembly, electrical, and hydraulic prints, as well as parts exploded views

Identifies faulty operations and defective material and escalates concerns to supervisors

Removes defective parts by dismantling devices; using hoists, cranes, and hand and power tools; examining form, function, and condition of parts

Determines changes in dimensional requirements of parts by inspecting used parts: using rules, calipers, micrometers, and other measuring instruments

Adjusts functional parts of devices and control instruments by using hand tools, levels, plumb bobs, and straightedges

Controls downtime by informing production workers of routine preventive maintenance techniques; monitoring compliance

Fabricates repair parts by using machine shop instrumentation and equipment

Maintains equipment, parts, and supplies inventories by checking stock to determine inventory level; anticipating needed equipment, parts, and supplies; placing and expediting orders; verifying receipt

Conserves maintenance resources by using equipment and supplies as needed to accomplish job results

Suggests, develops, and implements machine modifications and processes to ensure machine and production efficiencies

Maintains accurate records of completed work on the equipment and machines, including After Action Reviews (AAR)

Works according to Standard Work and helps develop Standard Work where none has been developed

Actively works toward the elimination of unexpected breakdowns

Provides mechanical maintenance information by answering questions and requests

Maintains technical knowledge by attending educational workshops; reviewing technical publications; establishing personal networks

Maintains continuity among work teams by documenting and communicating actions, irregularities, and continuing needs

Maintains safe and clean working environment by complying with procedures, rules, and regulations and LOTO

Cleans, organizes, inventories, stocks, and otherwise maintains the shop areas, productions areas, parts, tools, and supplies maintaining a 6S environment

Contributes to team effort by accomplishing related tasks as needed

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)

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 includes equipment such as a full Tyvek suit, safety shoes, gloves, safety glasses, face mask, 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 .

Qualifications: Requirements – Required and/or Preferred

Education:

Basic: High school diploma or GED or Associates Degree

Preferred: Journeyman technical training or four years related work experience in manufacturing or an equivalent combination of technical training and experience

Essential Qualifications:

Prepares mechanical maintenance reports by collecting, analyzing, and summarizing information and trends

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

Must have basic Mathematical knowledge and be able to do standard calculations

Must have a basic understanding of Electrical Theory

Ability to work with minimal supervision

Preferred Qualifications:

Trade school/vocational graduate preferred

PLC training and experience

Superior communication and interpersonal skills

Resilient, self-motived and able to work well under pressure

Preferred License(s):

None

Preferred Certification(s):

Journeyman Certification

PECNA approved Technical Training

Physical Demands:

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

Sit: 20%

Walk: 25%

Stand: 50%

Lift: 5%

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

Up to 10 lbs.: Occasional

Up to 20 lbs.: Occasional

Up to 35 lbs.: Occasional

Team-lift only (over 35 lbs.): Occasional

About Us: At the heart of this visionary project, Panasonic is committed to manufacturing cutting-edge cylindrical lithium-ion cells that will power the future of electric mobility. These cells will be meticulously crafted to meet the growing demands of the automotive industry, supporting various electric vehicle manufacturers in their quest for eco-friendly transportation solutions.

This role presents a unique chance to be at the forefront of innovation, working within a forward-thinking organization that is committed to environmental responsibility and the advancement of green technology. Be a part of our mission to power the future and make a difference in the world of electric mobility with Panasonic!

Supplemental Information: Pre-employment drug testing is required. 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.

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

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