Technician I Top Cap, Nights, D-Shift (7PM-7AM)[Wed-Fri + Alt Sat]
About The Position
The Manufacturing Technician maintains production machinery in proper operating order through preventive maintenance and has demonstrated knowledge of up to 10% of the standard operating procedures (SOPs) within a specific manufacturing process. The role involves exposure to troubleshooting, repairs, and improvement activities, and also requires performing operator functions. The position is with Panasonic Energy of North America at its battery factory near Reno, Nevada. The shift is D Shift, working nights from 7 p.m. to 7 a.m., Wednesday through Friday and alternating Saturdays. Personal protective equipment may be required, including a Tyvek suit, safety shoes, gloves, safety glasses, face mask, bump cap, or a hazmat suit with respirator. The role includes physical activity such as sitting, walking, standing, and lifting; lifting up to 35 pounds and team-lifting heavier items are listed as frequent. Some high school education is required. A high school diploma, GED, or equivalent and at least two years of production or manufacturing experience are preferred. Pre-employment drug testing is required, and candidates must have valid authorization to work in the United States without restriction.
Requirements
- Some high school education.
- Working-level knowledge of English, including reading, writing, and speaking.
- Valid authorization to work in the United States without restriction.
- Ability to perform essential job functions with or without reasonable accommodation.
- Pre-employment drug testing is required.
Nice To Haves
- High school diploma, GED, or equivalent.
- At least two years of production or manufacturing experience.
- Skill with Microsoft Office Suite, including Outlook, PowerPoint, and Excel.
- Resilience and self-motivation.
- 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
- Check machine settings, gauge readings, and sensors regularly to keep machines operating within specifications.
- Perform regular preventive maintenance according to documented requirements.
- Observe machines visually and audibly to detect abnormalities.
- Tighten bolts and inspect belts and chains for wear and proper tension.
- Perform basic machinist duties, including cleaning and lubricating machines, changing oil, and swapping out parts.
- Restore machines to correct operating functions.
- Make necessary mechanical and pneumatic adjustments.
- Recover all error codes.
- Use hand and power tools, electric meters, and material handling equipment in performing duties.
- Report faulty operations and defective material to appropriate supervision.
- Support machine and process modifications to improve department efficiency and production.
- Partner with operators on cleaning tasks, minor repairs, and machine adjustments.
- Maintain complete and accurate records of work performed on equipment and machines.
- Perform operator functions as required.
Benefits
- Competitive salaries and benefits.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
