Maintenance Planner (PECNA) - PECNA Panasonic Energy Corporation of North America
De Soto, KS 66018
About the Job
Summary: We are proud to announce the establishment of a state-of-the-art Li-ion battery factory, set amidst the beautiful Kansas City Metro. This groundbreaking green-field factory will serve as a pioneering hub for innovation in sustainable energy solutions.
If you are enthusiastic about contributing to a sustainable future and being part of a dynamic team shaping the electric vehicle revolution, this opportunity is tailor-made for you. We are seeking resolute individuals to join us as full-time, on-site team members at our new, state-of-the-art factory located in the thriving city of DeSoto, Kansas.
Position Summary: The Maintenance Planner coordinates the workflow between production departments and maintenance management. This position will be vital to implementing a new computerized maintenance management system, Panasonic PanaCIM. Given that PanaCIM is currently in its initial stages of deployment, the Planner must rapidly acquire proficiency in the system.
The key responsibilities of the Planner include reviewing master production schedules and work orders, establishing priorities, and adjusting schedules by work order specifications. Furthermore, the Planner will play an instrumental role in guiding the maintenance department towards an initiative-taking approach, as opposed to a reactive mindset.
Essential Duties:
• Coordinating and preparing all maintenance resources and activities according to the staff's specific skills in maintaining comprehensive schedules for daily, weekly, monthly, quarterly, and annual tasks.
• Collaborate with internal teams to coordinate, plan, and schedule all maintenance activities in the maintenance management system, including preventative, reactive, project, repairs, calibrations, equipment updates, and more.
• Ensure resource availability when planning maintenance schedules and performance expectations, including maintenance and operations staff, materials, documents, work orders, change orders, parts availability, and necessary approvals to conduct work as planned.
• Audit assignments of work orders
• Integrate new equipment and their maintenance strategies into PanaCIM, verifying relevant information with the Production and Engineering teams.
• Prepare reports and metrics by leveraging tracking tools and KPIs within PanaCIM to ensure performance goals are met.
• Organize and coordinate unscheduled or emergency equipment repairs while collaborating with production and operation teams.
• Conduct initial screening of incoming repair requests and maintenance work orders while communicating with inventory parts teams and maintenance supervisors to develop necessary planning levels.
• Adhere to industry best practices for asset management planning and scheduling.
• Continuously improve, develop, implement, and ensure compliance with the PanaCIM system.
• Participate in the maintenance and production teams to maximize equipment production and availability.
Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) Requirements:
• To ensure the health and safety in the workplace and for the protection of our employees,’ wearing PPE is a possibility 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.
The foregoing description is not intended and should not be construed to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, skills and efforts or work conditions associated with the job. It is intended to be an accurate reflection of the general nature and level of the job.
Qualifications: Requirements - Required and/or Preferred
Education
• Required: High School Diploma, General Education Development (GED), or minimum two years of production/manufacturing experience
• Preferred: Bachelor's degree in Manufacturing Engineering, or a closely related field, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Essential Qualifications
• Two years of experience in the role of a maintenance planner.
• Must possess mechanical aptitude, effective planning, and high self-motivation.
• Experience in electronics, heavy industry asset management, or facilities management.
• To facilitate more efficient planning, working experience of asset management functions, including labor and materials, mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, and hydraulic issues, as well as maintenance, general troubleshooting, and repair of manufacturing equipment.
• Extensive computer knowledge, including experience with a computerized maintenance management system to oversee maintenance activities in a manufacturing setting.
• Proficient knowledge and experience with SAP software.
• Ability to effectively communicate the Maintenance department’s initiatives, strategy, and goals.
• Effectively communicate site problems concerns and observations to management promptly.
• Demonstrates exceptional communication and interpersonal skills.
• Proficient in the English language, encompassing adeptness in reading, writing, and verbal communication.
Preferred Qualifications:
• Proficiency with programs and software, including enterprise asset management, Manufacturing Execution System software, and Palantir software, is preferred.
• Professional etiquette and the ability to work effectively in a distributed team environment.
• Willingness to adjust working hours to support the company's initiatives and priorities.
• The ability to prioritize multiple tasks and demands on resources to accomplish goals.
• Experience working in a fast-paced, high-performance organization.
• Results-orientated with the ability to plan and deliver against production deadlines and goals.
• Resilient, self-motived, and able to work well under pressure.
Preferred License(s): None
Preferred Certification(s): None
Physical Demands
Physical Activities: Percentage of time (equaling 100%) during the normal workday the employee is required to:
• Sit: 25%
• Walk: 25%
• Stand: 25%
• Lift: 25%
Required Lifting and Carrying: Not required (0%), Occasional (1-33%), Frequent (34-66%, Continuous (67-100%)
For this position, the required frequency is:
• Up to 10 lbs.: Occasional
• Up to 20 lbs.: Occasional
• Up to 35 lbs.: Occasional
• Team-lift only (over 35 lbs.): Not Required
About Us: At the heart of this visionary project, Panasonic is committed to manufacturing innovative cylindrical lithium-ion cells that will power the future of electric mobility. These cells will be meticulously crafted to meet the growing demands of the automotive industry, supporting various electric vehicle manufacturers in their quest for eco-friendly transportation solutions.
This role presents a unique chance to be at the forefront of innovation, working within a forward-thinking organization that is committed to environmental responsibility and the advancement of green technology. Be a part of our mission to power the future and have influence in the world of electric mobility with Panasonic!
Supplemental Information: Pre-employment drug testing is required. Due to the high volume of responses, we will only be able to respond to candidates of interest. All candidates must have valid authorization to work in the U.S. without restriction.
Panasonic is an Equal Opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender identity, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, and any other characteristic protected by law. All qualified individuals are required to perform the essential functions of the job with or without reasonable accommodation.
Thank you for your interest in Panasonic Energy Corporation of North America.