Facilities Maintenance Supervisor

Overview

Do you want to join a team that's changing the world? Do you have a strong background as a Facilities Maintenance Supervisor? 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

Meet the Recruiter: Anh Martin

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:

We are looking for a highly experienced and detail-oriented individual to join our dynamic team as the Facilities Maintenance Supervisor. This role will lead the Facilities Maintenance Team to support the development and execution of asset maintenance and reliability programs for our Facilities infrastructure. As the Facilities Maintenance Supervisor, you are responsible for overseeing the maintenance and repair of an organization's buildings, equipment, and systems. The role ensures the facilities are safe, functional, and meet organizational standards. The supervisor manages maintenance staff, schedules work and ensures compliance with safety and regulatory requirements.

Essential Duties:

• Builds, leads, and develops the Facilities Maintenance Team (6+ personnel) to ensure maintenance excellence and prompt customer service.

• Lead, train, and manage maintenance staff, assigning tasks while monitoring performance.

• Coordinate with external contractors and vendors when needed.

• Work with the Facilities Operations Team to develop and implement maintenance plans and schedules for all buildings and systems.

• Facility Inspections: Conduct regular inspections to identify and address issues before the escalate. Ensure Facilities comply with safety, health and environmental standards.

• Maintenance Management: Oversee routine and preventative maintenance for building systems, such as HVAC, plumbing, electrical, steam process, compressed air, and structural components. Ensure all repairs and maintenance tasks are completed efficiently and effectively

• Report to the Facilities Maintenance and Reliability Manager, providing regular updates on the status of maintenance tasks, projects, and any issues that arise.

• Supervise and coordinate the activities of the Facilities Maintenance Team, ensuring that all tasks are completed on time and to a high standard.

• Conduct regular audits/inspections of facilities to identify and address any maintenance issues or safety hazards.

• Develop / Maintain relationships with vendors and contractors, ensuring that all work is completed in accordance with contracted agreements.

• Assist in the development and management of the Facilities Maintenance budget, ensuring that resources are allocated effectively and efficiently.

• Perform other duties as assigned by the Facilities Maintenance and Reliability Manager.

• Compliance and Safety/ Emergency Response

• Ensure all maintenance activities comply with local, state, and federal regulations.

• Promote a safe working environment by enforcing safety protocols and procedures.

• Respond promptly to facility emergencies, such as power outages, system failures, or structural damage.

• Coordinate rapid repairs to minimize disruption of operations.

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:

• Basic/Required: High School Diploma or GED.
• Preferred: Associate degree or Bachelor's degree in facilities management, construction management, or related field.

Essential Qualifications

• At least 5+ years of experience in Facilities Maintenance, with at least 2+ years in a supervisory role.
• Strong knowledge of Computerized Maintenance Management Systems (CMMSs).
• Strong knowledge of building systems (mechanical, electrical, and controls) and infrastructure, safety regulations, and maintenance best practices.
• Experience with Total Productive Maintenance (TPM) and Reliability-Centered Maintenance (RCM) programs.
• Knowledge of OSHA regulations.
• Effective communication, leadership, and problem-solving skills.
• Must have working-level knowledge of the English language, including reading, writing, and speaking English.
• Requires valid State-issued driver's license.
• Strong knowledge of building systems, including HVAC, plumbing, steam process, Compressed Air systems, and electrical.
• Excellent leadership, organizational, and communication skills.
• Proficiency in maintenance management software and basic computer applications.

Physical Demands:

Physical Activities: Percentage of time (equaling 100%) during the normal workday the employee is required to:

• Sit: 40%
• Walk: 30%
• Stand: 20%
• Lift: 10%

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.: Not Required
• Up to 35 lbs.: Not Required
• Team-lift only (over 35 lbs.): Not Required

Benefits & Perks - What's In It For You:

Panasonic Energy prioritizes total well-being and offers comprehensive benefits options to support physical, emotional, financial, social, and environmental health:

• Highly inclusive and class-leading healthcare options to include family planning, mental health, and pet insurance
• Employee assistance programs that support total well-being with complimentary session offered each and every month
• Company-matched and fully vested 401K retirement program that starts immediately from date of enrollment
• Annual bonus program, High5 employee recognition and awards platform, quarterly and annual employee recognition
• Simplified access to self-guided and representative-supported short and long-term financial wellness and retirement planning
• Educational Assistance & Reimbursement Program
• Diversity, equity, and inclusion programs and associated employee resource groups that promote representation and belonging
• Leadership, career, and mentorship development programs opportunities at all levels across the organization
• Collaborative and motivating culture routed in continuous personal and professional growth and much more.

Where You'll Be:

For our onsite roles, Panasonic Energy is committed to fostering an ideal working environment that goes beyond the conventional. We understand the significance of moments that matter in your onsite experience, and we prioritize creating a workspace that not only promotes productivity but also ensures a fulfilling and positive work atmosphere. Join us at Panasonic Energy, where your onsite presence is valued, and we strive to make each moment count in your professional journey.

Who We Are:

Meet Panasonic Energy! At Panasonic Energy, you'll do work that matters as we are dedicated to transforming the world through the acceleration of sustainable energy. By producing safe, high-quality lithium-ion batteries, you become part of a team that plays a crucial role in creating technologies that move us.

This is an exciting time to join us as we expand our operations to De Soto, Kansas and build the world's largest lithium-ion battery factory. We will provide you with the opportunity to experience career growth in more ways than one.

As an innovative thinker, you'll thrive here, as we continually push the boundaries of lithium-ion battery technology and production capabilities to enhance efficiency and performance in EVs.

Being part of Panasonic Energy means positively contributing to society, aligning with our commitment to building a better world through sustainable energy solutions.

We care about what you care about, fostering an environment where your contributions make a meaningful impact on the future of energy and transportation. Join us and be part of a team that values your work, encourages innovation, and actively contributes to a positive societal impact.

In addition to an environment that is as innovative as our products, we offer competitive salaries and benefits.

We Take Opportunity Seriously:

At Panasonic Energy, we are committed to a workplace that genuinely fosters inclusion and belonging. Fairness and Honesty have been part of our core values for more than 100 years and we are proud of our diverse culture as an equal opportunity employer.

We understand that your career search may look different than others and embrace the professional, personal, educational, and volunteer opportunities through which people gain experience. If you are actively looking or starting to explore new opportunities, submit your application!

Supplemental Information:

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.

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.

Thank you for your interest in Panasonic Energy of North America.

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