Quality Laboratory Technician - Level 4

Overview

Do you want to join a team that's changing the world? Do you have a strong background as a Quality Laboratory Technician – Level 4? 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.

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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 Quality Laboratory Technician – Level 4 supports the Quality, Operations, and Engineering teams by performing inspections, interpreting data, and identifying product or process issues to ensure compliance with customer specifications and industry standards. This role operates and maintains lab equipment, executes audits, and assists with quality improvement efforts. The technician is expected to work independently at times, communicate findings effectively, and support training of junior team members.

The position requires a strong understanding of quality systems, attention to detail, and collaboration across departments.

Essential Duties:

Functional Operations:

• Operate and maintain tools and equipment within functional area
• Prepare and inspect samples following SOPs; assist in identifying contaminants using standard analytical techniques
• Perform basic calibration checks and routine maintenance; upscale when needed
• Follow established procedures for sample handling, labeling, and storage
• Maintain work area cleanliness and comply with 6S and safety standards

Performance Optimization & Continuous Improvement:

• Perform data interpretation and support analysis tied to Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)
• Maintain accurate records of inspection results, deviations, and quality‑related observations
• Use basic scripts or visualization tools to assist with containment actions and issue investigation
• Contribute to quality improvement projects focused on product quality, process efficiency, or defect reduction

Training and Team Support:

• Train others at the same or lower level within functional area
• Support hands‑on training of inspectors to improve overall proficiency
• Provide direction and support as required for QA Inspectors and Operators in quality improvement projects
• Work all scheduled shift hours and cover shifts as needed
• Meet the physical demands of the role and follow all PPE requirements

Cross‑Functional Collaboration & Communication:

• Report quality issues or deviations to supervisors and engineers in a timely and clear manner
• Troubleshoot common quality or process issues and support others in identifying root causes
• Collaborate with cross‑functional teams, including production, engineering, and maintenance, to identify and resolve quality issues in a timely manner
• Operate independently at times without written SOPs; apply sound judgment based on data and prior experience
• Communicate results and technical information clearly and professionally to various stakeholders

Quality, Safety, & Compliance:

• Support proper implementation of quality control processes and procedures to ensure compliance with industry standards, regulatory requirements, and customer specifications
• Execute internal product and process audits independently; assist with other audits as directed by the Quality Supervisor
• Ensure adherence to quality, safety, and PECNA policies and procedures

Supervisory Responsibilities:

• None

Travel Requirement:

• None

Education, Certifications, and Licenses:

• Required: High school…