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Do you want to join a team that's changing the world? Do you have a strong background as a Facilities Maintenance Technician I? Then we're looking for you! Check out the job description and apply now! Put your skills to meaningful use, gain unique experience, and work with world-class team members with diverse backgrounds and expertise who share the same vision. Join the PENA team today!

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Shift:

A Shift- Days

Department:

Facilities

Job Summary:

PENA is looking to fill the position of Facilities Maintenance Technician I. The main responsibility for this position is to ensure that the condition of our manufacturing areas meets or exceeds the standards required to create our lithium-ion cells.

Essential Duties:

• Perform routine rounds on mechanical and electrical systems, troubleshooting and repairs using standard equipment and hand tools with direct supervision.

• Performs well defined preventative & predictive maintenance on facilities equipment with direct supervision

• Basic understanding of how to manage vendors and contractors and ensure they adhere to work rules set forth by PENA with direct supervision

• Basic knowledge to detect faulty operations, defective material, and report those and any unusual situations to proper supervision

• First Responder. Be able to move rapidly through the factory to any of the manufacturing areas that may require a maintenance response.

• Be able to assess a utility outage and take corrective measures needed to rectify situation.

• Regularly interfaces with Facilities Workplace, Engineering and Construction and other work groups

• Maintains appropriate work-related records such as equipment maintenance records, general work orders, maintenance request forms, and CMMS (computerized maintenance management system) checklists

• Adheres to all safety and company policies, safety regulations and maintain clean and orderly work areas.

• Utilizes CMMS for documenting labor hours and equipment maintenance reporting

• Basic skills and abilities of electrical & mechanical equipment and components including but not limited to the following systems:

• Compressed Air

• Electrical

• High Pressure Compressed Air

• Exhaust

• Dry Air

• Dust collection

• Process Vacuum

• Nitrogen

• Deionized water

• Process Cooling Water

• Hot Reverse Osmosis Water

• nMP and electrolyte

• Must be developing in at least one mechanical/technical construction trade: Electrical, Plumbing and Pipefitting, HVAC Mechanic highly preferred.

• Basic understanding in the use of hand-held measuring devices, take readings for dew point, temperature, relative humidity, air flow, ampacity, pressure, and particulates.

• Must possess basic skills with Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook).

• Be able to read and edit blueprints.

• Be able to draft, approve, and follow Maintenance Operating Procedures (MOP)

• Read and interpret equipment manuals and work orders to perform required maintenance and service.

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 requirement for some roles at PENA 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.

Qualifications

Requirements - Required and/or Preferred

Education:

• Basic/Required: High School Diploma or GED

• Preferred: Trade School/Vocational graduate

Essential Qualifications:

• Minimum of 2+ years of related work experience; industrial manufacturing facilities preferred

• Basic knowledge and work experience in mechanical, electrical, plumbing, pneumatic, and HVAC in an industrial manufacturing facility environment

• Good oral and written communication skills and willingness to work on a team

• Flexibility and a strong self-initiative are critical

• PIT License

• Electrical Safety in the Workplace

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

Preferred Qualifications:

• 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)

Required Certification(s):

• CPR Certification

Physical Demands:

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

• Sit: 40%

• Walk: 30%

• Stand: 20%

• Lift: 10%

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.): Not Required

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

• Several on-site cafes, plentiful snack and beverage kitchens, revolving on-site vendor visits and employee events

• Collaborative and motivating culture routed in continuous personal and professional growth and much more.

• Shuttle rides to and from work!

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. If you are actively looking or starting to explore new opportunities, submit your application!

Supplemental Information:

Pre-employment drug testing is required.

Panasonic Energy of North America is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to: race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, genetic information, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic 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 of North America.

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