Maintenance Technician - Level 3 ( Assembly Winding , B-Shift)

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Overview Do you want to join a team that's changing the world? Do you have a strong background as a Maintenance Technician? 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!

Responsibilities Maintenance Technician - Level 3 Assembly B-Shift (Nights-Sun, Mon, Tues & Rotating Wed) Shift: Nights , B-Shift (7pm to 7am) (Sunday, Monday, Tuesday & Every other Wednesday)

Summary Join us at Panasonic Energy as we expand to De Soto, Kansas, where we’re building the world’s largest lithium-ion battery factory. This is an exciting opportunity to grow your career while contributing to the future of electric vehicles.

As part of our team, you’ll help push the limits of battery technology, enhancing performance and efficiency in sustainable transportation.

Our state-of-the-art facility, just outside the Kansas City Metro, will be a hub for innovation in green energy solutions. If you're passionate about sustainability and eager to contribute to the electric vehicle revolution, we invite you to be part of our dynamic team. Join us and make a meaningful impact on the future of energy and transportation.

Job Summary The Maintenance Technician – Level 3 is a multi-craft position responsible for maintaining production equipment and machinery in proper operating order through preventative maintenance, basic troubleshooting, and basic repair under routine guidance. This role performs entry-level maintenance activities under guidance from senior technicians and leadership.

The technician works closely with Operations to ensure reliable equipment performance and minimal downtime. This role participates in improvement activities and supports the implementation of Total Preventative Maintenance (TPM) and machine ownership initiatives. This position requires strong technical skills, teamwork, and adherence to all safety and quality standards within a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

Essential Duties Functional Operations:

  • Work closely with Operations teams to maintain PECNA equipment
  • Perform maintenance tasks following established procedures, work instructions, and guidance from senior technicians
  • Check settings, gauge readings, Human Machine Interface (HMI), and sensors regularly to keep machines operating within specifications
  • Perform regular preventative maintenance per documented requirements (e.g., cleaning, lubricating shafts, bearings, gears)
  • Tighten bolts, inspect belts/chains for wear and tension, and replace belts, filters, and other consumable components as needed
  • Grease or lubricate fittings, joints, unions, and motors as required
  • Perform thorough cleaning activities on dismantled equipment and reassemble per OEM specifications under guidance
  • Clean, organize, inventory, stock, and maintain shop and production areas, parts, tools, and supplies in a 6S environment
  • Operate and maintain tools and equipment in assigned areas
Performance Optimization & Continuous Improvement
  • Perform basic troubleshooting to replace worn or broken parts
  • Conduct visual and audible inspections to detect abnormalities and support scheduling of repairs
  • Examine machine components to detect wear and imperfections
  • Assist with basic electrical or mechanical troubleshooting on non-functioning electro-mechanical equipment under guidance
  • Use hand tools, power tools, electric meters, measuring devices, and material handling equipment
  • Identify faulty operations and defective material; escalate issues to supervisors as needed
  • Conduct initial multimeter readings of motors and gain exposure to PLC ladder logic with guidance
  • Support identification of causes of unexpected breakdowns and escalate findings as needed
  • Respond to routine equipment issues and support restoration of normal operations
  • Escalate non-routine or unresolved issues to higher-level technicians
  • Assist in developing and updating Standard Work as required
Training & Team Support
  • Provide basic task-level guidance to peers and support training activities as assigned
  • Actively participate in on-the-job training and skill development
  • Maintain flexibility to work all scheduled shift hours
Cross-Functional Collaboration & Communication
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to resolve issues promptly
  • Support implementation of industry-standard compliant processes and procedu
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