Facilities Operations Tech - Level 5

Facilities Operations Tech - Level 5

Panasonic Energy Corporation of North America

Location:

DeSoto, Kansas

Join a team that is changing the world by building a state‑of‑the‑art lithium‑ion battery factory. If you have a strong background as a Facilities Operations Tech – Level 5, we’re looking for you. Apply now to put your skills to meaningful use and work with a world‑class team committed to sustainable energy.

• Perform system rounds, troubleshooting, and repairs on mechanical and electrical systems with moderate supervision.
• Respond rapidly as First Responder for operational needs in manufacturing areas.
• Assess and resolve utility outages.
• Operate and maintain all relevant tools and equipment.
• Ensure vendors, contractors, and tenants comply with PECNA work rules; coordinate regularly with Engineering, Construction, and PECNA Tenants.
• Maintain intermediate knowledge of all listed electrical/mechanical systems.
• Support cross‑functional teams to resolve issues and train others at the same or lower level.
• Uphold safety and company regulations, maintain clean organized work spaces meeting 6S standards, and ensure compliance with applicable standards and specifications.
• Work all scheduled shifts with flexibility; maintain PPE requirements (full Tyvek suit, safety shoes, gloves, safety glasses, face mask, hazmat suit with respirator; pre‑employment respirator fit test required where applicable).

Required:

• High school diploma, GED, or 2 years prior experience in the functional area.
• Minimum 4 years related work experience.
• Intermediate knowledge in utility generation & distribution (steam, water, air), mechanical (HVAC, piping/plumbing, pneumatic), or electrical systems in an industrial facility.
• Effective oral and written communication; willingness to work on a team.
• Flexibility and strong self‑initiative.
• Electrical Safety in the Workplace.
• Working‑level knowledge of English (reading, writing, speaking).

Preferred:

• 8+ years related experience.
• Mechanical engineering or construction management experience.
• Experience with scheduling software.
• Alignment with Panasonic’s seven core principles.
• PIT License, MEWP, State Issued Driver’s License.
• CPR, QET, OSHA 10/30, HAZWOPER 8/40.

• Sit 40%
• Walk 30%
• Stand 20%
• Lift 10%
• Required lifting: up to 35 lbs. frequent, team lift only (over 35 lbs.) frequent.

• Health Benefits – medical, dental, vision, prescription plans;
  Health Savings Account & Flexible Spending Account.
• Voluntary Benefits – life, accident, critical illness, disability, legal, identity theft, pet insurance.
• Panasonic Retirement Savings & Investment Plan (401(k) with company match and immediate vesting).
• Paid Time‑Off – vacation, holidays, personal days, sick leave, volunteer, parental & caregiver leave.
• Educational Assistance – tuition reimbursement after 6 months of service.
• Wellbeing Programs – Lifestyle Spending Account, EAP, virtual health management, chronic condition and neurodiversity support, tobacco cessation, substance abuse resources.
• Employee Recognition Program – High5 platform, quarterly and annual awards.

• Pre‑employment drug testing is required.
• Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or other characteristics protected by law; all qualified individuals are required to perform the essential functions of the job with or without reasonable accommodation.
• Due to the high volume of responses, we will only respond to candidates of interest. All candidates must be authorized to work in the U.S. without restriction.

Job : R-103154

• Not Applicable

• Full‑time

• Management and Manufacturing

• Services for Renewable Energy