Qualified Electrical Technician- -Shift( (Days-Sun, Mon, Tues & Wed

Overview

Panasonic Energy is expanding its De Soto, Kansas lithium‑ion battery factory and seeks a Qualified Electrical Technician (QET) to support 24/7 manufacturing operations. The role involves testing, troubleshooting, and preventive maintenance of electrical systems, ensuring safety compliance and plant reliability.

• Perform QET and electrical preventive maintenance to support plant operations, including breaker resets, Lock Out Tag Out (LOTO) confirmation, and Zero Vault Verification (ZVV) checks.
• Conduct regularly scheduled electrical system maintenance and operate maintenance tools and equipment.
• Identify and correct grounding and bonding issues and improve cable management, ensuring all connections are secure.
• Clean and maintain control panels and junction boxes and verify positive‑pressure, clean, dry air systems in enclosures.
• Provide high‑power troubleshooting support and assistance with grounding, bonding, conduit installation, and routing.
• Assist with cable and wire pulls to ensure proper electrical system installation and maintenance.
• Train personnel at the same or lower level in electrical troubleshooting and maintenance techniques.
• Collaborate with Operations, Maintenance, and Engineering teams during planned system or line shutdowns to minimize production disruption.
• Support implementation of industry‑standard compliant processes and procedures, and participate in audits and inspections by ensuring documentation accuracy and tool readiness.

• High school diploma, GED, or 2 years of related experience.
• 5+ years of electrical technician experience in a manufacturing or industrial environment.
• Experience maintaining and troubleshooting electrical and electromechanical control systems up to 480 VAC.
• Strong understanding of electrical hardware, schematics, wiring diagrams, and SOPs.
• Knowledge of NEC, NFPA 70E (must pass NFPA 70E exam and obtain CEST certification).
• Ability to work 12‑hour day or night shifts to support 24/7 operations.
• Strong communication and collaboration skills, and capability to work effectively across departments.
• Strong documentation skills and working‑level English proficiency.
• Alignment with Panasonic’s seven core principles (contribution to society, fairness, cooperation, improvement, courtesy, adaptability, gratitude).
• Preferred: 10+ years of experience, ISA standards familiarity, hazardous location experience, 480 VAC panel installation experience.

• Associates or Bachelor’s degree in a technical field (e.g., Industrial Maintenance, Mechatronics, Electrical Technology).
• Journeyman Electrician License or equivalent certification.
• Lean Six Sigma Black Belt (preferred).
• PECNA approved Technical Training (preferred).
• Safety Trained Supervisor (STS) Certification (preferred).

• Full Tyvek suit, safety shoes, gloves, safety glasses, face mask, and full hazmat suit with respirator.
• Respirator fit test required for functional area.

• Sit 10%, Walk 45%, Stand 45% of the workday.
• Rare lifting 35 lbs.) Occasional.

• Healthcare options including family planning, mental health, and pet insurance.
• Employee assistance programs and monthly wellness sessions.
• Company‑matched 401(k) retirement program.
• Annual bonus program and employee recognition awards.
• Financial wellness and retirement planning resources.
• Educational assistance and reimbursement program.
• Inclusion programs and employee resource groups.
• Leadership, career, and mentorship development opportunities.

• Pre‑employment drug testing is required.
• Qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or other protected characteristics.
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