Quality Engineering Technician - Electrode, Nights B-Shift

Overview

We are looking for a Quality Engineering Technician I to join our team at Panasonic Energy. The role involves working on high‑volume lithium‑ion battery manufacturing processes at a Gigafactory near Reno, Nevada. The position offers a chance to contribute to a leading sustainable energy company and to work with world‑class professionals.

Shift: Nights, B‑Shift |
Department: Quality Operations |
Job Summary: Support quality control initiatives for advanced battery manufacturing and collaborate with Tesla Motors, Inc. and other partners.

• Develop and maintain quality control systems for Li‑ion battery manufacturing processes.
• Conduct incoming materials quality control for cell production and material warehouses.
• Inspect incoming materials, including cell parts, battery active materials, and chemicals for safety and performance.
• Analyze and evaluate materials input/output data to reduce defects and improve battery performance.
• Provide support for cell manufacturing process audits to assure production quality.
• Other duties as assigned.

• High school diploma or GED required; associate’s or junior college degree in science or engineering preferred.
• Familiarity with quality management tools (control charts, FTA, FMEA, etc.) and MS Office.
• Practical experience with materials analysis, testing, and chemical analysis equipment.
• 3+ years of quality technician experience preferred; high‑volume manufacturing background strongly desired.
• Experience with ISO 9001 auditing and statistical process control.
• Track record of defect reduction in high‑volume manufacturing products.

• Health, dental, vision, prescription plans with Health Savings Account and Flexible Spending Account options.
• Voluntary benefits: life, accident, critical illness, disability, legal, identity theft, and pet insurance.
• 401(k) plan with company matching contributions and immediate vesting.
• Paid Time‑Off: vacation, holidays, personal days, sick leave, volunteer time, parental & caregiver leave.
• Education assistance: tuition reimbursement for job‑related courses after six months of service.
• Well‑being programs:
  Lifestyle Spending Account, Employee Assistance Program, virtual health management, chronic condition support, neurodiversity resources, tobacco cessation, substance abuse support, and fertility resources.
• Employee recognition program and quarterly/annual awards.
• Annual performance‑based bonus opportunity.
• On‑site food options and free shuttle service to and from work.

The onsite role is headquartered at Panasonic Energy’s advanced battery manufacturing facility near Reno, Nevada. The work environment is collaborative and safety‑focused, with a commitment to professional development and teamwork.

Pre‑employment drug testing is required. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, 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. We require valid authorization to work in the U.S. without restriction.