Process Engineer III

Panasonic • Sparks, NV

37d • Onsite

About The Position

The Process Engineer III is responsible for leading process improvement projects focused on defect rate improvement, new material and model introduction, specification validation, overall equipment efficiency, and tasks to improve the cell manufacturing process. Additionally, the Engineer will develop and implement process strategies, manage process resources, and optimize current processes. Furthermore, the Engineer supports other members of the team through mentorship of key skills. Being a part of Panasonic’s Cell and Process Engineering team. The Cell and Process Engineering team is responsible for continuously improving processes, supporting new model conversion and new line setup, solving chronic production issues and supporting Panasonic’s battery production to ensure our world-class production is running smoothly and without issue. In addition, we continually seek to improve our process by means of productivity, quality, cost, and other key metrics. The role requires demonstrating sound troubleshooting skills and ability to quickly solve unknown problems through root cause identification and effective countermeasure development and implementation. Troubleshooting chronic production problems to maintain output levels and reduce defects. Working with other engineering teams to coordinate process and machine improvement activities ranging from long term process development projects to reactive countermeasures to address immediate issues. Making data-driven decisions with proficient data analysis skill. Working with engineering/maintenance/quality teams to develop permanent structures & countermeasures to common problems in daily manufacturing. Can relate to productivity, quality, loss, safety, etc. Assisting in implementing and expanding new countermeasures into production lines. Monitoring and auditing manufacturing processes to ensure product specifications and standards are achieved. Applying technical knowledge to develop standard work instructions, SOP’s and troubleshooting guides. Implementing and supporting manufacturing industrial automation. Other duties may be assigned. 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 may include equipment such as a full Tyvek suit, safety shoes, gloves, safety glasses, hairnet, face mask, bump cap, and a full hazmat suit that includes a respirator.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in Chemical Engineering, Materials Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or similar discipline
• 3-5 years of process engineering or manufacturing engineering experience
• Experience performing engineering functions and responsibilities in a manufacturing environment
• Ability to train manufacturing operators on new or revised manufacturing process instructions or tooling
• Flexible with the working environment and able to perform job duties between manufacturing floor and office/desk
• Ability to perform machine and process troubleshooting and apply root cause analysis
• Experience working on projects such as scrap reduction, cost improvements, and FTE reduction
• Engineering skills (process development/improvement, troubleshooting, data analysis, tolerancing, MPI’s)
• Effective communication skills and ability to reach agreement on path forwards with relevant teams
• Capability of identifying critical process parameters. Knowledge of FTA, FMEA, etc.
• Strong team working skills at all levels of an organization, especially skilled at working with direct labor to understand challenges and work on developing optimal solutions using structured methods
• Self-starter who works well independently and a strong ability to follow up with minimal direction and will focus on team success
• Able to manage multiple concurrent tasks in a fast-paced environment, prioritizing work, and delivering quality results
• Strong work ethic with a “get the job done” approach who consistently delivers excellent customer service, both internally and externally.
• Working-level knowledge of the English language, including reading, writing, and speaking English

Nice To Haves

• Master’s Degree in Chemical Engineering, Materials Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or similar discipline
• Experience with lithium-ion battery theory or R&D
• Familiarity with roll-to-roll processing techniques
• Experience with material management and control
• Knowledge of electrochemistry and ability to apply principles
• Knowledge and ability to apply principles of solutions chemistry to real world working environment
• Experience with control strategy, PLC, and sensor/actuator relationships is a plus
• Previous experience with Industrial data analysis or Manufacturing Execution System (MES)
• Experience in a high-volume manufacturing environment (1M+ units per day) such as batteries or electronic devices
• Familiarity with six sigma methodologies and tools
• 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)

Responsibilities

• Leading process improvement projects focused on defect rate improvement, new material and model introduction, specification validation, overall equipment efficiency, and tasks to improve the cell manufacturing process.
• Developing and implementing process strategies.
• Managing process resources.
• Optimizing current processes.
• Mentoring other members of the team.
• Continuously improving processes, supporting new model conversion and new line setup, solving chronic production issues and supporting battery production.
• Troubleshooting chronic production problems to maintain output levels and reduce defects.
• Coordinating process and machine improvement activities with other engineering teams.
• Making data-driven decisions with proficient data analysis skills.
• Developing permanent structures & countermeasures to common problems in daily manufacturing.
• Implementing and expanding new countermeasures into production lines.
• Monitoring and auditing manufacturing processes to ensure product specifications and standards are achieved.
• Developing standard work instructions, SOP’s and troubleshooting guides.
• Implementing and supporting manufacturing industrial automation.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, vision, prescription plans
• 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
• Free Shuttle: Rides to and from work!

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level