Quality Supervisor (Nights) - PECNA Panasonic Energy Corporation of North America

Overview:The Quality Supervisor is instrumental in guaranteeing that our products consistently meet customer specifications. Leading a team dedicated to upholding the highest quality standards, collaborating with cross-functional teams, and fostering continuous improvement through effective communication and in-depth analysis of performance metrics.Responsibilities:

Company Overview: We are proud to announce the establishment of a state-of-the-art Li-ion battery factory, set amidst the beautiful Kansas City Metro. This groundbreaking green-field factory will serve as a pioneering hub for innovation in sustainable energy solutions.

If you are passionate about contributing to a sustainable future and being part of a dynamic team shaping the electric vehicle revolution, this opportunity is tailor-made for you. We are seeking dedicated individuals to join us as full-time, on-site team members at our new, state-of-the-art factory located in the thriving city of DeSoto, Kansas.

Position Summary: The Quality Supervisor will collaborate with Operations, Engineering, and Maintenance to resolve bugs, defects, and potential issues, ensuring that products meet customer specifications.

We are seeking a highly motivated Quality Supervisor with a strong background in process improvement to join our team at Panasonic Energy Corporation of North America (PECNA). As a Quality Supervisor, you will report to the Quality Manager and collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure proper day-to-day execution of quality objectives, enhance product quality, and contribute to the success of the world's largest lithium-ion battery initiative.

SHIFT: NIGHTS - 12-hour shift, working four days followed by three days off, then working three days followed by four days off.

Essential Duties:

• Supervise a team of quality technicians, inspectors and team leads.
• Implement quality control processes and procedures to ensure compliance with industry standards, regulatory requirements, and customer specifications.
• Maintain quality management systems and compliance to the QMS standards, including document control, corrective and preventive actions (CAPA), and internal audit programs.
• Develop and lead a team of Quality Technicians and Inspectors to conduct in-process and final product inspections, ensuring adherence to quality standards and specifications.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including production, engineering, and maintenance, to identify and resolve quality issues in a timely manner.
• Analyze quality data and performance metrics to identify trends and countermeasures.
• Ensure proper implementation of corrective and preventive actions to address non-conformities and improve product quality.
• Provide quality-related training to front-line quality associates.
• Communicate quality objectives, performance metrics, and improvement initiatives to management and team members.
• Ensure direct report adherence to plant policies and procedures

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 requirement for some roles at PENA and may include equipment such as a full Tyvek suit, safety shoes, gloves, safety glasses, face mask, bump cap, and a full hazmat suit that includes a respirator.

The foregoing description is not intended and should not be construed to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, skills and efforts or work conditions associated with the job. It is intended to be an accurate reflection of the general nature and level of the job.

Qualifications:  Requirements - Required and/or Preferred

Education:

• Required: High School Diploma or equivalent
• Preferred: Associate degree in technical or business field

Essential Qualifications:

• A minimum of 5 years of experience in quality management roles within battery manufacturing or other relevant high-volume manufacturing industries.
• Working knowledge of quality management systems (e.g., ISO 9001, IATF 16949) and regulatory requirements (e.g., UL, CE, RoHS).

• Analytical and hands-on problem-solving abilities with a data-driven approach to decision-making.
• Extensive knowledge of or the ability to quickly learn the organization’s production processes.
• Conflict resolution skills.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to effectively collaborate with internal teams and external stakeholders.
• Proven agility in all levels of work processes.
• Intuitive, adaptable, creative, and collaborative with excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Collaborative nature with strong team building skills and willingness to learn from and accept guidance from others.
• Must have working-level knowledge of the English language, including reading, writing, and speaking English.

Preferred Qualifications:

• ASQ Certification
• Prior supervisory or team lead experience in a manufacturing environment is strongly preferred.

• 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)
• Demonstrated understanding of PECNA HPC.

Physical Demands

Physical Activities: (Percentage of time (equaling 100%) during the normal workday the employee is required to)

• Sit:                                                       20%
• Walk:                                                   40%
• Stand:                                                 30%
• Lift:                                                      10%

Required Lifting and Carrying: (Required frequency is:  Not required (0%), Occasional (1-33%), Frequent (34-66%), Continuous (67-100%)

• Up to 10 lbs.:                                       Frequent
• Up to 20 lbs.:                                       Frequent
• Up to 35 lbs.:                                       Occasional
• Team-lift only (over 35 lbs.):               Not Required

           

About Us: At the heart of this visionary project, Panasonic is committed to manufacturing cutting-edge cylindrical lithium-ion cells that will power the future of electric mobility. These cells will be meticulously crafted to meet the growing demands of the automotive industry, supporting various electric vehicle manufacturers in their quest for eco-friendly transportation solutions.

This role presents a unique chance to be at the forefront of innovation, working within a forward-thinking organization that is committed to environmental responsibility and the advancement of green technology. Be a part of our mission to power the future and make a difference in the world of electric mobility with Panasonic!

Supplemental Information: Pre-employment drug testing is required. Due to the high volume of responses, we will only be able to respond to candidates of interest. All candidates must have valid authorization to work in the U.S. without restriction.

Panasonic is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender identity, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, and any other characteristic protected by law.  All qualified individuals are required to perform the essential functions of the job with or without reasonable accommodation.

Thank you for your interest in Panasonic Energy Corporation of North America.