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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 Die Tech 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
Die Tech Supervisor
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Meet the Recruiter: Danielle Lomeli
Shift:
Monday-Friday 6:30am - 3:00pm
Department:
Top Cap Unit - Tool & Die
Job Summary:
Oversees daily operations of the Tool and Die team in the Top Cap Press area, ensuring tooling, dies, and fixtures run efficiently to meet production goals. Leads and mentors technicians, assigns tasks, and enforces safety, quality, and productivity standards. Collaborates with engineering, production, and maintenance teams to support new product launches and drive continuous improvement. Manages preventative maintenance schedules, minimizes downtime, and optimizes tooling performance. Tracks parts usage, repair costs, and recommends process enhancements. Requires strong technical expertise in machining, stamping, and die maintenance, along with proven leadership and problem-solving skills.
Essential Duties
Team Leadership & Supervision

• Directly supervises production employees, handling hiring, training, performance reviews, and employee relations in alignment with company policies.
• Provides regular feedback, conducts semi-annual reviews, and drives team development through training workshops and mentorship.

Production & Quality Oversight

• Ensures production goals are met by monitoring KPIs (Safety, Quality, Production, Financial, Manpower).
• Oversees defect, material loss, and expense trends; assigns corrective actions and enforces strict control over consumables.
• Leads Kaizen and continuous improvement initiatives to enhance quality and reduce costs.

Safety & Compliance

• Enforces safety protocols, investigates incidents, and implements permanent corrective actions.
• Conducts root cause analyses using 5-WHY, 8D, fishbone, and 4M methodologies.

Tooling & Maintenance

• Manages die set maintenance schedules and repair tracking systems.
• Develops and distributes reference materials, procedures, and daily work logs.
• Coordinates with purchasing to manage spare parts inventory and evaluate supplier products.

Technical Expertise

• Plans and executes tooling operations based on blueprints and specifications.
• Assembles, inspects, and tests dies and tools using precision instruments.
• Troubleshoots mechanical failures and escalates issues to support teams.

Cross-Functional Collaboration

• Works with engineering, quality, and production teams on new product launches and improvement projects.
• Coordinates with other supervisors to align cross-departmental activities.

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 may include equipment such as a full Tyvek suit, safety shoes, gloves, safety glasses, face mask, bump cap, 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, GED (General Education Development) or equivalent required
• Preferred: Technical School certification/degree and two to five years of leadership/supervisory experience working in a technical machining/stamping and forging manufacturing environment; or equivalent combination of education and experience

Essential Qualifications:

• Supervisory experience in a technical machining/stamping and forging manufacturing environment
• High volume manufacturing experience strongly desired
• Experience with Lean and 5S systems extremely beneficial
• Candidates must be a good communicator and have excellent problem solving and people skills
• Must have working-level knowledge of the English language, including reading, writing, and speaking English
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, including Access, Outlook, Teams, PowerPoint, Excel and Word and the ability to use the computer to complete online learning requirements for -specific competencies, access online forms and policies, complete online benefits enrollment

Desired Skills
Engineering & Technical Knowledge

• Practical understanding of engineering principles and technologies used in manufacturing
• Proficient in design techniques and 3D CAD software (e.g., SolidWorks)
• Strong foundation in mathematics including algebra, geometry, calculus, and statistics
• In-depth knowledge of mechanical systems, tools, and equipment maintenance
• Familiarity with production processes, quality control, and cost optimization

Operations & Equipment Handling

• Skilled in operating and monitoring machinery and production systems
• Ability to select appropriate tools and equipment for specific tasks
• Experienced in troubleshooting and resolving equipment issues
• Capable of performing routine maintenance and mechanical repairs

Analytical & Problem-Solving Abilities

• Proficient in identifying problems and conducting root cause analysis
• Strong deductive and inductive reasoning skills
• Able to visualize and plan complex assemblies and tooling layouts
• Skilled in organizing information and recognizing patterns

Precision & Manual Skills

• Excellent manual dexterity for handling and assembling components
• Accurate in using precision measuring instruments (e.g., calipers, micrometers)
• Strong near vision for detailed inspection and assembly tasks

Communication & Comprehension

• Effective reading comprehension for technical documents and procedures
• Clear communicator with the ability to interpret and apply company policies

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:

• Health Benefits - Offering medical, dental, vision, prescription plans, plus Health Savings Account and Flexible Spending Account options.
• Voluntary Benefits - Life, accident, critical illness, disability, legal, identity theft, and pet insurance.
• Panasonic Retirement Savings & Investment Plan (PRSIP) - 401(k) plan with company matching contributions and immediate vesting.
• Paid Time-Off Benefits - Vacation, holidays, personal days, sick leave, volunteer, and parental & caregiver leave.
• Educational Assistance - Tuition reimbursement for job-related courses after six months of service.
• Health Management and Wellbeing Programs -Lifestyle Spending Account, EAP, virtual health management, chronic condition, neurodiversity, tobacco cessation, substance abuse support, and life stage and fertility resources. Available to eligible employees starting the first day of the month following your start date. Eligibility for each benefit may vary based on employment status, location, and length of service.
• Employee Recognition Program - High5 employee recognition and awards platform, quarterly and annual employee recognition
• Annual Bonus Program - Opportunity for an annual performance-based bonus.
• On-site Food Options: Several on-site cafes, plentiful snack and beverage kitchens, revolving on-site vendor visits and employee events
• Free Shuttle: Rides to and from work!

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.
Our journey began in 2017, and now, as the world's largest lithium-ion battery factory, we are expanding operations to De Soto, Kansas, providing 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 Corporation of North America.
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