Fire Brigade Supervisor - Nights

Overview

Do you want to join a team that's changing the world? Do you have a strong background as a Fire Brigade Supervisor? 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!

Fire Brigade Supervisor

Meet the Recruiter: Anh Martin

Summary: Join us at Panasonic Energy as we expand to De Soto, Kansas, where we’re building the world’s largest lithium‑ion battery factory. This is an exciting opportunity to grow your career while contributing to the future of electric vehicles. As part of our team, you’ll help push the limits of battery technology, enhancing performance and efficiency in sustainable transportation.

Our state‑of‑the‑art facility, just outside the Kansas City Metro, will be a hub for innovation in green energy solutions. If you're passionate about sustainability and eager to contribute to the electric vehicle revolution, we invite you to be part of our dynamic team. Join us and make a meaningful impact on the future of energy and transportation.

Job Summary: The Fire Brigade Supervisor is responsible for leading and supervising Industrial Firefighters while ensuring a constant state of operational readiness for all‑hazards emergency response. This position serves as the on‑duty tactical leader during emergencies, directing brigade operations to protect life, property, and business continuity through effective response to fires, medical emergencies, and other critical events. The Fire Brigade Supervisor oversees shift training, equipment readiness, audits, and compliance with established emergency response procedures while fostering a culture of professionalism, accountability, and continuous improvement.

This role requires effective performance in high‑pressure environments, strong organizational and communication skills, and close collaboration with Emergency Management, Business Continuity, Safety, PECNA Health, and other stakeholders to support the facility’s emergency preparedness and resilience.

• Shift: 6PM–7AM Nights, B‑Shift (Thursday, Friday, Saturday & Every Other Wednesday)
• Shift: 6AM–7AM Nights, D‑Shift (Sunday, Monday, Tuesday & Every Other Wednesday)

Essential Duties:

Functional Leadership & Operations:

• Holds full accountability for operational readiness, performance, and effectiveness of the assigned shift
• Serves as on‑duty Fire Brigade Officer and assumes Incident Command during emergency response until formally transferred
• Establishes incident objectives, tactical strategy, and resource deployment aligned with ICs principles
• Directs and coordinates all Fire Brigade operations across fire suppression, rescue, EMS, and HAZMAT response
• Evaluates incident conditions and adjusts strategy in real time to ensure safe and effective outcomes
• Ensures implementation and consistent application of Fire Brigade policies, procedures, and operational standards
• Leads shift briefings, operational planning, and readiness alignment

Strategic Alignment & Continuous Improvement:

• Owns identification, prioritization, and resolution of systemic risks and operational capability gaps
• Leads incident investigations, corrective action planning, and continuous improvement strategies
• Ensures corrective actions are implemented, tracked, and sustained across shifts
• Partners with Emergency Management and site leadership to drive long‑term program improvements and readiness strategy

Team Development & Knowledge Sharing:

• Owns the training strategy, competency framework, and readiness assurance for assigned shift personnel
• Approves and oversees training plans to ensure alignment with regulatory, organizational, and operational requirements
• Evaluates training effectiveness and adjusts programs to address gaps and evolving risks
• Leads, mentors, and formally evaluates personnel performance and development

Cross‑Functional Collaboration & Stakeholder Engagement:

• Serves as primary shift contact for emergency response coordination with site leadership and external agencies
• Leads cross‑functional and multi‑agency…