The AGM Cell and Process Engineering is responsible for bringing alignment, ownership, and focus to the Engineering Department. The Asst General Manager should have a proven track record of strong people management, process engineering, and technical leadership. Additionally, the AG Manager will lead a team to introduce new battery model changes, new materials, and process improvement for specific process areas. Essential Duties: Lead the team to introduce new battery model changes, new materials, spec evaluation, and process improvement. Establish systems and standards to promote sustainability and growth in technical, organizational, and people development areas. Responsible for participating in and overseeing others engaged in material introduction, experimentation, and process improvement to carry out cell manufacturing processes on commercial scale. Lead the team to develop advanced measurement and control systems to continuously improve OEE of cell manufacturing, quality, and reliability of the product. Analyze and optimize production processes to ensure safety while maximizing Overall Equipment Effectiveness (OEE) in cost effective means while driving to achieve world-class quality levels. Lead continuous improvement projects (CIP) to maximize yield, capacity, and capability. Apply technical knowledge to innovate, design and develop processes, procedures, tooling, and cell formulation. Work with cross-functional teams to develop, validate, and improve processes used in manufacturing and manufacturability of designs. Support new product introductions in coordination with Design Engineering, New Product Introduction team, Quality, and other parties as needed. Enable data driven operational and financial decisions through predictive insights into tool and process performance, including integration of factory data systems and use of software such as MySQL, Python, JMP, Tableau and Ignition Utilize structured problem-solving techniques such as Design of Experiments (DoE), Five Why (5W) and Eight Disciplines (8D). Monitor and reduce process variation using techniques such as Statistical Process Control (SPC) and Measurement Systems Analysis (MSA). Create and maintain Standard Work Instructions for assigned processes. Monitor and audit manufacturing processes to ensure product specifications and standards are achieved. Lead the development and maintenance of FMEAs and Control Plans Develop and modify line layouts, including material flow, waste reduction, and ergonomics, utilizing Lean Manufacturing best practices. Responsibilities include interviewing, hiring, and training employees; planning, assigning, and directing work; appraising performance; rewarding and disciplining employees; addressing complaints and resolving problems. Education: Basic: Bachelor's Degree in Chemical Engineering, Materials Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Metallurgical Engineering or related discipline Preferred: M.S. or Ph.D. in Chemical Engineering, Materials Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or related discipline Essential Qualifications: Minimum of 10+ years of engineering experience in areas such as manufacturing, product development, design, or other area. 5+ years of leadership experience. Strong analytic and decision-making abilities. Able to influence others to move towards a common goal. Passionate about developing people and leaders and promoting career development. Be very technical and demonstrate the ability to show in-depth understanding of the company business, battery making process, and products. Must be data-driven and result-driven. (Extensive data analytics experience required) Proficient skills in MS Office (Word, Power Point, Excel, Outlook). Must have working-level knowledge of the English language, including reading, writing, and speaking English. Preferred Qualifications: Experience with battery manufacturing and high-speed robotic assembly process preferred. Experience managing large dynamic teams (20+ people). Experience in a high-volume manufacturing environment (1M+ units per day) such as batteries or electronic devices. Strong knowledge on six sigma methodologies and lean manufacturing. Able to work independently and in a team environment, as well as with cross-functional groups. Resilient, self-motived and able to work well under pressure. Alignment to Panasonic's seven (7) core principles (contribution to society, fairness and honesty, cooperation and team spirit, untiring effort for improvement, courtesy and humility, adaptability, gratitude). About Us: Panasonic Energy of North America (PENA) is collaborating with Tesla at a massive battery factory near Reno, Nevada which is known for its quality of life and expansive outdoor adventures. Panasonic's role at the Gigafactory is to manufacture and supply cylindrical lithium-ion cells to Tesla for their electric vehicles and energy storage systems.
Over the past few years, the Gigafactory has grown to the largest lithium-ion battery factory in the world. Together with our partner Tesla, we continue to revolutionize the lithium-ion battery space and accelerate the world's transition to sustainable energy and transportation.
Our mission at PENA is to make the vision of affordable Electric Vehicles a reality by producing the world's safest, high quality, and lowest cost batteries. Through this effort we will create a clean energy society and our products will change society's use of and perceptions of electric power.
In addition to an environment that is as innovative as our products, we offer competitive salaries and benefits.
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.
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