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Meet the Recruiter: Anh Martin

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.

Job Summary:

We are seeking a highly experienced and detail-oriented individual to join our dynamic team as the Facilities CMMS & Planning Specialist III. The Facilities CMMS (Computerized Maintenance Management System) & Planning Specialist III is responsible for managing the maintenance management system to ensure optimal operation of facilities, equipment, and resources. This role includes coordinating preventative and corrective maintenance, asset management, work order tracking, and facilities/engineering planning. The specialist collaborates with facilities management, maintenance teams, engineering, and vendors to ensure operational efficiency and compliance with organizational standards.

Essential Duties:

CMMS & Asset Administration

• Oversee CMMS implementation, maintenance, updates, and ensure data accuracy for assets and inventory.
• Generate reports on work orders, maintenance activities, and equipment performance for management.

Maintenance Planning & Scheduling

• Plan and schedule preventive maintenance, inspections, calibrations, and validation assessments to minimize downtime.
• Assign, prioritize, and track work orders while coordinating planned outages with Facilities Managers.

Facilities & Project Coordination

• Collaborate on long- and short-term facilities improvement plans, renovations, moves, and expansions.
• Deconflict projects with operations, engineering, and maintenance to ensure production continuity.

Vendor & Inventory Management

• Manage vendor relationships, warranty agreements, and parts procurement while maintaining lifecycle data in CMMS.
• Communicate with Purchasing and Inventory Agents on parts requirements, stock levels, and scheduling issues.

Compliance & Team Support

• Ensure regulatory compliance, documentation accuracy, and audit readiness for inspections and repairs.
• Promote safety, environmental, and quality programs while fostering a cooperative, problem-solving team culture.

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: Required and/or Preferred

Education:

• Basic/Required: Bachelor’s degree in Facilities Management, Business Management, Business Administration, Engineering, or a related field preferred.

Essential Qualifications:

• 4-7 years in maintenance planning and CMMS administration, preferably in an industrial setting.
• Working knowledge of basic computer skills, internet and Microsoft office including Word and Excel.
  • Statistical Analysis
  • Pivot Tables
  • Macros
  • Power Query
• Hands-on experience with software (e.g., MaintainX, Maximo, Fiix, or SAP PM).
• Need general parts, electrical, and mechanical equipment understanding.
• Experience with Total Productive Maintenance (TPM) and Reliability-Centered Maintenance (RCM) programs.
• Must have working-level knowledge of the English language, including reading, writing, and speaking English.
• Requires valid State-issued driver’s license.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Facilities Management, Business Management, Business Administration, Engineering, or a related field preferred
• Strong organizational and project skills.
• Proficiency in data analysis and reporting.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities.
• Familiarity with safety and compliance standards.
• Attention to detail.
• Ability to multitask and prioritize.
• Proactive problem-solving skills.

Preferred Certification(s):

• Facilities Management Professional (FMP) or (IFMA)
• Building Operator Certification (BOC)
• Certified Facility Manager (CFM)
• Certified Maintenance and Reliability Professional (CMRP)

Physical Demands:

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

• Sit: 40%
• Walk: 30%
• Stand: 30%

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:

• 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. Eligibility for each benefit may vary based on employment status, location, and length of service.
• 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.

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.

Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics 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 Corporation of North America.

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