Machine Operator IIPanasonic Energy is looking for a Machine Operator II. This role operates one or several lithium-ion battery cell production machines within a variety of departments, including many clean-room environments. Machine types may be inspection, and conveyance machines. Operators also perform related machine and work area upkeep (6S), material movement, conduct basic analysis and sustain production logs. Operators work across a team to ensure safe and high-quality product.Responsibilities include operating one or several lithium-ion battery cell production machines, identifying problems and minor troubleshooting, delivering materials to production floor, analyzing, estimating workload and performing multi-tasking, assisting Maintenance Technicians in preventative maintenance procedures, monitoring processes and performing continuous image inspections and visual quality checks of the products to ensure acceptance standards are met, and maintaining a clean and safe work area.MUST-HAVES: High School Diploma, GED (General Education Development) or 2 years of manufacturing or equivalent experience, 1 year of manufacturing or equivalent experience, working-level knowledge of the English language, including reading, writing, and speaking English.NICE-TO-HAVES: Previous experience in a warehouse/manufacturing environment, automation, or assembly is preferred. Ability to analyze, estimate workload and perform multi-tasking. Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals. Work within the Metric and Standard systems of measurement. Basic skills in MS Office (Word, Power Point, Excel, Outlook) preferred.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: Health Benefits – Offering medical, dental, vision, prescription plans, plus Health Savings Account and Flexible Spending Account options. Voluntary Benefits – Life, accident, critical illness, disability, legal, identity theft, and pet insurance. Panasonic Retirement Savings & Investment Plan (PRSIP) – 401(k) plan with company matching contributions and immediate vesting. Paid Time-Off Benefits – Vacation, holidays, personal days, sick leave, volunteer, and parental & caregiver leave.
Educational Assistance – Tuition reimbursement for job-related courses after six months of service. Health Management and Wellbeing Programs –Lifestyle Spending Account, EAP, virtual health management, chronic condition, neurodiversity, tobacco cessation, substance abuse support, and life stage and fertility resources. Available to eligible employees starting the first day of the month following your start date. Employee Recognition Program - High5 employee recognition and awards platform, quarterly and annual employee recognition Annual Bonus Program - Opportunity for an annual performance-based bonus. On-site Food Options: Several on-site cafes, plentiful snack and beverage kitchens, revolving on-site vendor visits and employee events Free 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.WHO WE ARE: 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 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.