Machine Operator / Tech

Job Description

Looking for that next step in your production career? We want to talk to you! 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 De Soto, Kansas.

The Machine Operator / Tech independently operates automated high-speed lithium-ion battery production machines within a clean-room environment.

Machine Operator / Tech Career Perks and Benefits:


* Competitive pay rates starting at $22/hr - offered rate based on experience and level hired


* Medical, d ental, v ision, c ritical illness, a ccident


* Life insurance (basic and supplemental)


* Legal plans (Family law, document review, consultation, etc.)


* Long-term disability after 180 days


* Identity theft protection


* Employee assistance plan (Provides up to 12 free counseling sessions per issue per year paid in full by Panasonic)


* 401k is matched $0.50 to the dollar up to 8% and fully vested.


* Panasonic Retirement Savings and Investment Plan


* PTO and 10 paid holidays


* Parental and bereavement leave


* Educational and certification reimbursement


* And more...

Machine Operator / Tech Essential Qualifications:


* High School Diploma, General Education Development (GED) or 1-2 years of prior experience in the functional area required


* Proficient in the English language, encompassing adeptness in reading, writing, and verbal communication


* Prior 1-2 years Machine Operator and/or Skilled Machine Technician experience in a fast-paced, high-volume manufacturing environment


* Demonstrated proficiency in sub-assemblies, drive units, and equipment rebuilds


* Experience with preventative maintenance and 4S or 5S safety protocols

Machine Operator / Tech Responsibilities:


* Complying with and promoting adherence to safety policies and procedures during the execution of responsibilities.


* Responsible for the independent operation of multiple production machines to ensure continuous and uninterrupted performance, including implementing proactive measures, diagnosing and resolving operational issues, and executing machine recovery procedures as necessary.


* Executing advanced proactive and reactive maintenance activities such as Total Productive Maintenance (TPM), thorough cleaning, tensioning, pressure adjustments, and equipment modifications.


* Diligently monitoring operational processes, ongoing visual inspections, and quality assessments are crucial to meetin...