Material Handler

Panasonic • De Soto, KS

2d • Onsite

About The Position

Panasonic Energy is seeking a Material Handler to support material flow and production operations. The role delivers raw materials and components to production areas according to schedules and demand; loads and unloads trucks; inspects incoming materials; documents receipts; monitors inventory and material flow; and operates and maintains material-handling equipment. The Material Handler also contributes to process improvements, supports and trains team members, coordinates with coworkers and other departments, and follows quality, safety, and compliance requirements. The employee must be flexible to work all scheduled shifts as business needs require.

The position is onsite. It requires the ability to stand for most of the workday and to lift or carry materials at specified frequencies. A high school diploma, GED, or two years of prior experience in the functional area is required. Forklift, hazardous-materials, and OSHA certifications are preferred; manufacturing experience, mobile-equipment experience, and familiarity with chemical and oil labeling and storage are also desirable.

Panasonic Energy produces lithium-ion batteries and is expanding operations in De Soto, Kansas. The company describes its work as supporting sustainable energy solutions and technologies for electric vehicles. Pre-employment drug testing is required, and candidates must be authorized to work in the United States without restriction.

Requirements

• High school diploma, GED, or two years of prior experience in the functional area.
• Safety-conscious attitude and ability to work effectively in a team environment.
• Proficiency in English, including reading, writing, and speaking.
• Ability to meet the stated physical activity and lifting requirements.
• Authorization to work in the United States without restriction.

Nice To Haves

• Forklift Operator Certification compliant with OSHA requirements.
• HAZMAT certification or hazardous materials handling experience.
• OSHA 10-Hour or 30-Hour General Industry Certification.
• One to two years of experience in a manufacturing or assembly environment.
• Experience operating mobile equipment such as forklifts or walkies.
• Familiarity with chemical and oil labeling and storage.

Responsibilities

• Deliver raw materials and components to production areas based on schedule and demand.
• Load and unload trucks safely using pallet jacks and walkie riders.
• Inspect incoming materials and prepare accurate documentation.
• Conduct regular inventory checks and monitor material flow in line with production requirements.
• Operate and maintain tools and mobile equipment, including forklifts and walkies.
• Support efficient material movement systems to improve workflow and minimize downtime.
• Help identify and resolve material-flow bottlenecks.
• Suggest improvements to inventory tracking, documentation, and logistics processes.
• Train peers at the same or lower level on departmental tasks, safety practices, and equipment operation.
• Support onboarding and hands-on learning for new team members.
• Communicate with coworkers, supervisors, and other departments to coordinate material delivery and pickup.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to troubleshoot material-flow or inventory discrepancies.
• Follow SOPs and safety regulations in material-handling activities.
• Maintain a clean and organized workspace following 6S principles.
• Support processes that meet quality, regulatory, and customer standards.
• Perform regular equipment checks, including cleaning and fluid replenishment.
• Maintain flexibility to work all scheduled shifts as business needs require.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, vision, and prescription plans, plus Health Savings Account and Flexible Spending Account options.
• Voluntary life, accident, critical illness, disability, legal, identity theft, and pet insurance.
• 401(k) retirement savings plan with company matching contributions and immediate vesting.
• Paid vacation, holidays, personal days, sick leave, volunteer leave, and parental and caregiver leave.
• Tuition reimbursement for job-related courses after six months of service.
• Lifestyle Spending Account, employee assistance program, virtual health management, chronic-condition support, neurodiversity resources, tobacco cessation, substance-abuse support, and life-stage and fertility resources.
• Employee recognition and awards program.
• Opportunity for an annual performance-based bonus.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: High school or GED