Quality Engineering Technician I (Day shift)

Panasonic•Sparks, NV

3h•Onsite

About The Position

Panasonic Energy Corporation of North America (PECNA) is seeking a Quality Engineering Technician I to support its lithium-ion battery manufacturing operations. The role supports quality control systems and quality performance activities to help maintain battery cell safety and quality. It also supports analysis of process input and output data, defect reduction, resolution of production quality issues, and monitoring production quality so that appropriate actions can be taken when processes are out of control. The position is onsite. Personal protective equipment may be required, including a full Tyvek suit, safety shoes, gloves, safety glasses, a face mask, bump cap, or a full hazmat suit with respirator. Pre-employment drug testing is required. Applicants must have valid authorization to work in the United States without restriction; Panasonic does not sponsor work visas for this position.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
One to three years of quality engineering experience.
Experience with quality control of batteries or electronic devices; quality assurance work is desired.
Strong analytical skills and the ability to conduct root cause analysis effectively.
Familiarity with quality management tools such as control charts, FTA, and FMEA, and with MS Office, including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
Practical experience with materials analysis, testing, and chemical analysis equipment.
Problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
Working-level English language knowledge, including reading, writing, and speaking.
Valid authorization to work in the United States without restriction; work visa sponsorship is not provided.

Nice To Haves

Experience using ISO 9001 quality management system auditing.
Experience with laboratory analysis using X-Ray, SEM, ICP, or similar tools.
Background as a quality engineer in high-volume manufacturing.
Data analysis experience, such as statistical process control of production data.
Experience reducing defects in high-volume manufacturing products.
Alignment with Panasonic’s seven core principles: contribution to society, fairness and honesty, cooperation and team spirit, untiring effort for improvement, courtesy and humility, adaptability, and gratitude.

Responsibilities

Support the establishment of quality control systems in the battery production process.
Assist with quality performance management activities to maintain battery cell safety and quality.
Support analysis and evaluation of process input and output data to reduce defects.
Support the cell manufacturing process in resolving production issues related to quality.
Monitor and control production quality and implement appropriate actions for out-of-control situations.
Perform other duties as assigned.

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 time, and parental and caregiver leave.
Tuition reimbursement for job-related courses after six months of service.
Health management and wellbeing programs, including a Lifestyle Spending Account, EAP, virtual health management, and other support resources.
Employee recognition and awards program.
Opportunity for an annual performance-based bonus.
On-site cafes, snack and beverage kitchens, vendor visits, and employee events.
Free shuttle rides to and from work.