Assistant Production Manager (Electrode, Night Shift)

Panasonic•Sparks, NV

8d•Onsite

About The Position

Do you want to join a team that's changing the world? Do you have a strong background as an Assistant Production Manager? 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 PECNA team today! Meet the Recruiter: Princess Damato The Manager is the owner of the management of assigned production line(s), adding leadership support to all facets of production and ensuring production goals are continually met. The Manager will use various processes and methods to transform raw materials, components, and parts into finished Lithium-Ion batteries. Additionally, the Manager will own responsibility for implementing production manufacturing strategy and strategic operational goals, thereby exceeding customer expectations for product quality, cost, and delivery. To ensure the health and safety in the workplace and for the protection of our employees, wearing PPE is a possibility 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.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in engineering or business or equivalent manufacturing management experience.
Minimum of 3+ years of experience in a high speed/high volume manufacturing setting
Lean Six Sigma and continuous process improvement experience.
ERP transactional experience.
5S experience.
Excellent Communication Skills.
Proven leadership skills with the ability to optimize team performance and development.
Excellent relationship management skills
Superior communication and interpersonal skills
Analytical and problem-solving abilities
Results orientated with the ability to plan and deliver against production deadlines and goals.
Resilient, self-motivated and able to work well under pressure.
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)
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.
All candidates must have valid authorization to work in the U.S. without restriction.

Responsibilities

Manage functional production teams to meet manufacturing KPI’s.
Empower, develop, and reward individuals and teams for performance and growth.
Ensure that company resources are utilized to sustain safe manufacturing and distribution excellence.
Manage ongoing improvements in production efficiency, implementing Lean principles, and demonstrated proficiency in implementation.
Coordinate and interact with internal cross-functional teams to fulfill customer and company goals.
Attend Management meetings and provide detailed input on status of production goals.

Benefits

medical, dental, vision, prescription plans, plus Health Savings Account and Flexible Spending Account options.
Life, accident, critical illness, disability, legal, identity theft, and pet insurance.
401(k) plan with company matching contributions and immediate vesting.
Vacation, holidays, personal days, sick leave, volunteer, and parental & caregiver leave.
Tuition reimbursement for job-related courses after six months of service.
Lifestyle Spending Account, EAP, virtual health management, chronic condition, neurodiversity, tobacco cessation, substance abuse support, and life stage and fertility resources.
High5 employee recognition and awards platform, quarterly and annual employee recognition
Opportunity for an annual performance-based bonus.
Several on-site cafes, plentiful snack and beverage kitchens, revolving on-site vendor visits and employee events
Rides to and from work!