Production Manager; Assembly, Night Shift

Overview

Do you want to join a team that's changing the world? Do you have a strong background as a Production Manager? 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!

• Production Manager
• The Manager is the owner of the management of assigned production line(s), contributing leadership support to all facets of production and ensuring production goals are continually met.
• Transform raw materials, components, and parts into finished Lithium Ion batteries using various processes and methods.
• Implement production manufacturing strategy and strategic operational goals to exceed customer expectations for product quality, cost, and delivery.
• Maximize and optimize production levels while driving operational excellence.
• Work closely with internal and external key stakeholders to strive for best-in-class products and business practices.
• Drive KPIs across assigned Manufacturing Operations and ensure projects are delivered with high quality standards within budget and deadlines.
• Inspire, motivate, and mentor staff to achieve excellence and grow the team.
• Align leadership style to Panasonic's Seven Core Principles: contribution to society, fairness and honesty, cooperation and team spirit, untiring effort for improvement, courtesy and humility, adaptability, and gratitude.
• Attend Management meetings and provide input on the status of production goals.
• Other duties as assigned.

• Wearing PPE may be required for health and safety, including equipment such as Tyvek suit, safety shoes, gloves, safety glasses, face mask, bump cap, and respirator-equipped hazmat suit as appropriate.

• Basic/
  
  Required:
  
  Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering or Business
• Preferred:
  Master’s in Business Administration (MBA) or Master of Science (MS)

• Excellent communication (spoken and written) skills, including ability to explain and present technical information
• Strong understanding of manufacturing operations
• Ability to influence change without direct authority
• Working-level knowledge of English (reading, writing, speaking)

• Minimum of 3+ years in high-speed/high-volume manufacturing with understanding of machine controls and instrumentation;
  Lean Six Sigma and continuous process improvement experience; ERP transactional experience; 5S experience
• Commitment to safety and an accident-free workplace
• Proven ability to lead a production team
• Ability to connect business expectations, KPIs, and daily roles
• Ability to drive Change Management
• Strong communication, self-direction, motivation, and goal orientation
• Recognition and reward of team members for behaviors aligned with core values
• Strong problem-solving skills, including root-cause analysis; commitment to continuous improvement
• Contributes to group efforts with new ideas and cooperation
• Willingness to work any shift in a 24x7 operation
• Ability to adapt to fast-paced environments and changing requirements
• MS Office proficiency (Word, PowerPoint, Excel, Outlook)
• Alignment to Panasonic's seven core principles

• Lean Six Sigma Certification

Physical activities and lifting requirements as described in the job posting.

• Health Benefits – Medical, dental, vision, prescription plans;
  Health Savings Account and Flexible Spending Account options
• Voluntary Benefits – Life, accident, critical illness, disability, legal, identity theft, and pet insurance
• PRSIP – 401(k) plan with company matching contributions
• Paid Time Off – Vacation, holidays, personal days, sick leave, volunteer, parental & caregiver leave
• Educational Assistance – Tuition reimbursement after six months of service
• Wellbeing Programs – EAP, lifestyle spending account, and other wellness resources
• Employee Recognition Program and Bonus opportunities
• On-site amenities and services

Panasonic Energy fosters an ideal onsite working environment designed to promote…