Supplier Quality Engineer III

				Overview:

Do you want to join a team that's changing the world? Do you have a strong background as a Supplier Quality Engineer III? Then we're looking for you! Check out the job description and apply now! Put your skills to meaningful use, gain unique experience, and work with world-class team members with diverse backgrounds and expertise who share the same vision. Join the PECNA team today!

Responsibilities:

Meet the Recruiter: Will Downey

Shift: 

Day Shift 

Department: 

Quality 

Category: 

Exempt (Salaried) 

Job Summary: 

Do you want to join a team that's changing the world? Do you have a strong background? Then we're looking for you.  Put your skills to meaningful use, gain unique experience, and work with world-class team members with diverse backgrounds and expertise who share the same mission. Join the PECNA team today. 

Essential Duties: 

* Establishing quality control requirements with suppliers for the battery production process.

* Conducting investigations within production process to identify material root cause.

* Monitoring quality performance of raw materials upon receipt and within process.

* Providing feedback to suppliers to ensure consistency, quality, and delivery of raw materials. 

* Following up with suppliers to implement corrective actions and ensure closure of non-conforming issues.

* Collaborating with suppliers on process improvement initiatives.

* Conducting supplier process and performance audits.

* Communicating with multiple departments (procurement, production, engineering, etc.) to complete material related projects. 

* 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, 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:

* Basic:  High school diploma or GED.

* Preferred:  Bachelor's degree in an engineering or scientific discipline (Mechanical Engineering, Chemistry, etc.) from a four-year College or university.  

Essential Qualifications: 

* 4+ year of quality engineering experience.

* Experience including quality control of batteries or electronic devices. Quality assurance work is desired. 

* Familiarity with quality management tools (control chart, FTA, FMEA, etc.) and MS Office (Word, Excel and PowerPoint). 

* Experience conducting quality investigations, failure analysis, and working hands-on within the production process.

* Must have working-level knowledge of the English language, including reading, writing and speaking English. 

Preferred Qualifications: 

* Experience using ISO 9001 quality management system auditing.

* Experience with laboratory analysis using SEM, ICP, Karl Fischer, tensile-testers, or similar tools.

* A background as a quality engineer in high-volume manufacturing is strongly desired.

* Extensive data analysis experience such as statistical process control of production data.

* Experience in defect reduction of high-volume manufacturing products.

* Experience interfacing and working with suppliers to provide feedback on nonconformities, etc. 

* Familiarity with the Japanese language is desired but not required. 

* Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, including Access, Outlook, PowerPoint, Excel and Word and have the ability to use the computer to complete online learning requirements for -specific competencies, access online forms and policies, complete online benefits enrollment. 

Physical Demands:

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

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

Benefits & Perks - What's In It For You:

Panasonic Energy prioritizes total well-being and offers comprehensive benefits options to support physical, emotional, financial, social, and environmental health:

* Highly inclusive and class-leading healthcare options to include family planning, mental health, and pet insurance
* Employee assistance programs that support total well-being with complimentary session offered each and every month
* Company-matched and fully vested 401K retirement program that starts immediately from date of enrollment
* Annual bonus program, High5 employee recognition and awards platform, quarterly and annual employee recognition
* Simplified access to self-guided and representative-supported short and long-term financial wellness and retirement planning
* Educational Assistance & Reimbursement Program
* Inclusion programs and associated employee resource groups that promote representation and belonging
* Leadership, career, and mentorship development programs opportunities at all levels across the organization
* Several on-site cafes, plentiful snack and beverage kitchens, revolving on-site vendor visits and employee events
* Collaborative and motivating culture routed in continuous personal and professional growth and much more.
* Shuttle rides to and from work!

Where You'll Be:

For our onsite roles, Panasonic Energy is committed to fostering an ideal working environment that goes beyond the conventional. We understand the significance of moments that matter in your onsite experience, and we prioritize creating a workspace that not only promotes productivity but also ensures a fulfilling and positive work atmosphere. Join us at Panasonic Energy, where your onsite presence is valued, and we strive to make each moment count in your professional journey.

Who We Are:

Meet Panasonic Energy! At Panasonic Energy, you'll do work that matters as we are dedicated to transforming the world through the acceleration of sustainable energy. By producing safe, high-quality lithium-ion batteries, you become part of a team that plays a crucial role in creating technologies that move us.

Our journey began in 2017, and now, as the world's largest lithium-ion battery factory, we are expanding operations to De Soto, Kansas, providing you with the opportunity to experience career growth in more ways than one.

As an innovative thinker, you'll thrive here, as we continually push the boundaries of lithium-ion battery technology and production capabilities to enhance efficiency and performance in EVs.

Being part of Panasonic Energy means positively contributing to society, aligning with our commitment to building a better world through sustainable energy solutions.

We care about what you care about, fostering an environment where your contributions make a meaningful impact on the future of energy and transportation. Join us and be part of a team that values your work, encourages innovation, and actively contributes to a positive societal impact.

In addition to an environment that is as innovative as our products, we offer competitive salaries and benefits.

We Take Opportunity Seriously:

At Panasonic Energy, we are committed to a workplace that genuinely fosters inclusion and belonging. Fairness and Honesty have been part of our core values for more than 100 years and we are proud of our diverse culture as an equal opportunity employer.

We understand that your career search may look different than others and embrace the professional, personal, educational, and volunteer opportunities through which people gain experience. If you are actively looking or starting to explore new opportunities, submit your application!

Supplemental Information:

Pre-employment drug testing is required.

Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion
			

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