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Machine Operator

Job in De Soto, Johnson County, Kansas, 66018, USA
Listing for: Panasonic Corporation of North America
Full Time position
Listed on 2026-10-03
Job specializations:
  • Manufacturing / Production
    Machine Operator, Manufacturing & Industrial Operations
Salary/Wage Range or Industry Benchmark: 33000 - 46000 USD Yearly USD 33000.00 46000.00 YEAR
Job Description & How to Apply Below
Overview

Do you want to join a team that's changing the world? Do you have a strong background as a Machine Operator? Then we're looking for you! Check out the job description and 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

The Machine Operator 1 (MO1) is responsible for operating automated, high-speed lithium-ion battery production machines within clean-room environments. Responsibilities include operating machines, ensuring the cleanliness of work areas, and facilitating the safe and efficient production of high-quality batteries. Additionally, the MO1 performs basic equipment cleaning.

Essential Duties:
Functional Operations:
  • Initiate, operate, recover, and shut down core production machinery in accordance with defined Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and Work Instructions.
  • Operate machines and equipment within the functional area to ensure smooth and continuous production flow.
  • Monitor machine parameters, production status, and operational performance to maintain efficiency and output quality.
  • Support timely fulfillment of requests for materials, supplies, and spare parts to sustain production continuity.
  • Perform daily cleaning of machines and equipment.
Performance Optimization & Continuous Improvement:
  • Identify opportunities to improve machine performance, process consistency, and product quality.

    Contribute to the continuous improvement of operational processes, documentation, and standard work instructions to drive efficiency and productivity.
Training & Team Support:
  • Assist with workflow alignment by following established processes, supporting team operations, and communicating effectively with shift leaders.
Cross-Functional Collaboration & Communication:
  • Collaborate with Production, Engineering, Maintenance, and Supervisors to identify and resolve quality, equipment, and process-related issues while communicating machine concerns, irregularities, and improvement suggestions promptly.
Safety, Quality, & Compliance:
  • Support safety, quality, and compliance standards by performing inspections, maintaining accurate records, reporting deviations, following PPE and LOTO requirements, sustaining 6S housekeeping practices, and meeting all operational expectations.
Supervisory Responsibilities:
  • None
Travel Requirement:
  • None
Education, Certifications, and Licenses:

Required:

Preferred

High school diploma, General Education Development (GED), or 1 year of prior work experience.

Essential

Qualifications:
  • 0-1 years of prior experience.
  • Proficient in English, including reading, writing, and verbal communication.
  • Ability to meet the physical demands and PPE requirements of the role.
Preferred Qualifications:
  • 1-2 years of prior experience.
  • Prior experience in a warehouse, manufacturing, automation, or assembly environment is preferred.
Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) Requirements:
  • To ensure health and safety in the workplace and protect employees, PPE is required and includes equipment such as a full Tyvek suit, safety shoes, gloves, safety glasses, face mask, and a full hazmat suit that includes a respirator. A respirator fit test will be required based on the functional area.
Physical Demands:

Physical

Activities:

During the standard workday, the employee must be capable of performing the specified activities for 100% of the workday, including:

  • Sit: 15%
    Walk: 10%
    Stand: 75%

Required Lifting and Carrying: Rare (

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