Inventory Clerk - Level 1

Panasonic•De Soto, KS

2d•Onsite

About The Position

Join us at Panasonic Energy as we expand to De Soto, Kansas, where we’re building the world’s largest lithium-ion battery factory. This is an exciting opportunity to grow your career while contributing to the future of electric vehicles. As part of our team, you’ll help push the limits of battery technology, enhancing performance and efficiency in sustainable transportation. Our state-of-the-art facility, just outside the Kansas City Metro, will be a hub for innovation in green energy solutions. If you're passionate about sustainability and eager to contribute to the electric vehicle revolution, we invite you to be part of our dynamic team. Join us and make a meaningful impact on the future of energy and transportation. Job Summary: The Inventory Clerk – Level 1 is responsible for accurate data entry and recordkeeping of inventory transactions, including receipts, transfers, production usage, and adjustments. This role supports effective inventory control through timely reconciliations, reporting, and discrepancy resolution to ensure material accuracy and availability. The clerk works closely with cross-functional teams to support production continuity and maintain quality and safety standards. This position upholds compliance with company policies, 6S principles, and all relevant inventory and documentation requirements.

Requirements

High school diploma, GED, or 2 years of prior experience in functional area
0–1 year of experience in a manufacturing or inventory environment (experience in high-volume environments preferred but not required)
Basic communication and problem-solving skills
Safety-conscious mindset and willingness to follow established procedures
Ability to operate or obtain certification for forklift, electric pallet jack, and manual pallet jack (training can be provided)
Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint) or willingness to learn
Must have working-level knowledge of the English language, including reading, writing, and speaking English
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)

Nice To Haves

Associate’s degree in Business, Supply Chain, Logistics, or related field
Forklift/Electric Pallet Jack Certification
OSHA Safety Training or similar
1–2 years of experience in a manufacturing or inventory environment
Exposure to team coordination or collaborative projects
Experience or familiarity with lithium-ion battery manufacturing or related industries
Demonstrated interest in continuous improvement and process adherence

Responsibilities

Accurately enter and track inventory receipts, transfers, usage, adjustments, lot codes, and component usage
Maintain inventory balance reports, safety stock, demand rates, and track canceled or reduced purchase orders
Order and maintain production supply materials to support uninterrupted production
Operate and maintain tools and equipment within functional area
Ability to work all scheduled shift hours
Assist with monthly and year-end physical inventory counts and verify counts against system records
Conduct weekly reconciliations for spare parts and support scrap/recovery processes
Identify and document inventory discrepancies and escalate findings for resolution
Generate and distribute inventory, production, shipping, and receiving reports on time
Ability to share standard work knowledge and support onboarding or task-level training for peers under guidance
Communicate with production, engineering, and maintenance teams to resolve inventory or quality issues in a timely manner
Respond to inventory-related inquiries and assist other departments as needed
Follow all quality standards, safety protocols, and company policies, including 6S
Report quality concerns or deviations promptly to supervisors or engineering staff
Support proper implementation of processes and procedures to ensure compliance with industry standards, regulatory requirements, and customer specifications
Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area and wear required PPE

Benefits

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