Operational Excellence Trainer

Overview:

Do you want to join a team that's changing the world? Do you have a strong background as a Operational Excellence Trainer? 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 seeking a highly motivated and experienced Operational Excellence Trainer to join our team. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in Training Within Industry (TWI) principles, with expertise in job instruction, job safety, and job methods. This role will play a key role in enhancing the skills and knowledge of our operational workforce, contributing to the overall efficiency and safety of our operations.

Essential Duties:

• Demonstrates proficiency in equipment and system maintenance as required.
  
• Conducts safety training sessions, imparting best practices, and ensuring compliance with safety regulations.
  
• Assist in the facilitation of our high-performance culture trainings and employee orientation to discuss and provide training on the embodiment of our servant leadership in, out, and throughout the organization.
  
• Serves as a role model, guiding others to adhere to SOPs correctly and effectively by displaying sensitivity to others, considering diverse learning styles and backgrounds.
  
• Provides constructive feedback to employees, fostering continuous improvement and skill development, including coaching on the process of the Panasonic Energies production system (the PENA way)
  
• Conducts hands-on training sessions to reinforce theoretical knowledge with practical skills.
  
• Trains employees on efficient work methods and imparts continuous improvement techniques.
  
• Collaborates effectively with individuals at all levels within the organization to achieve training goals and address challenges.
  
• Designs and leads advanced training programs for production staff, emphasizing specialized skills, leadership development, and continuous improvement methodologies.
  
• Provides strategic direction for the overall training framework, aligning it with organizational goals.
  
• Issuing the certification process for all Panasonic Energy production personnel and keeping accountability of all certification timelines and expiration dates to ensure proper recertification processes if necessary.
  
• In-depth learning and educating on A3 problem solving eight step method within each department.
  
• Collaborates with subject matter experts and stakeholders to develop comprehensive and advanced training curriculum.
  
• Integrates industry best practices and emerging trends into training content.
  
• Develops and implements robust assessment methods to evaluate the effectiveness of training programs.
  
• Analyzes training outcomes and recommends improvements based on performance data.
  
• Offers mentorship and coaching to different departmental employees, fostering a culture of continuous learning and development within the training team.
  
• Facilitates skill-building sessions for trainers to enhance their training delivery capabilities.
  
• Leads initiatives to continuously improve manufacturing processes through innovative training methods and techniques.
  
• Collaborates seamlessly with cross-functional teams, including operations, HR, and safety, ensuring training programs align with overarching organizational objectives.
  
• Creates comprehensive training materials and documentation for job instruction processes.
  

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:

• Required: Bachelor's degree in a relevant field (e.g. Human Resources, Training and Development) or equivalent work experience.
  

Essential Qualifications:

• Possesses over 5 years of extensive experience as a trainer, preferably within a dynamic manufacturing environment.
  
• Demonstrates a profound understanding of advanced manufacturing processes, leadership principles, and continuous improvement methodologies.
  
• Exhibits strong strategic thinking skills, aligning training initiatives seamlessly with organizational goals.
  
• Showcases excellent communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills.
  
• Adaptable to evolving technologies and dynamic manufacturing processes.
  
• Possesses a robust understanding of operational processes and safety regulations.
  
• Demonstrates excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
  
• Works collaboratively in a team-oriented environment, contributing to a positive and productive work atmosphere.
  
• Ability to travel for training, as needed.
  

Preferred Qualifications:

• Proficient in the Microsoft Office Suite, encompassing Outlook, PowerPoint, Excel, and Word
  
• Demonstrates excellent evaluative assessment and training skills, ensuring the effectiveness of training initiatives.
  
• Exhibits exceptional verbal and written communication skills, fostering clear and concise information dissemination.
  
• Capable of making safe, business-minded, and conscientious decisions in the absence of a supervisor or manager when issues arise.
  
• Brings valuable experience in Job Instruction, showcasing the ability to effectively convey standardized training methods.
  
• Holds a proven track record in Job Safety, highlighting a commitment to fostering a safe and secure work environment.
  
• Acquired expertise in Training Within Industry (TWI), contributing to a comprehensive understanding of job instruction, job safety, and job methods.
  
• Exhibits a deep understanding of training methodologies, showcasing demonstrated expertise.
  
• Develop and train Kaizen continuous improvement events.
  
• Hoshin planning and implementation from the ground up, demonstrating the ability to develop and execute strategic plans with a bottom-up approach.
  

Preferred Certification(s):

• Training Within Industry (TWI) certification for Train the Trainer specializing in Job Safety and Job Methods, showcasing proficiency in safety protocols and efficient work methods.
  
• Training Within Industry (TWI) Certificate in Job Instruction, highlighting the ability to design and deliver effective training programs.
  
• Certification in Kaizen Breakthrough Experience, showcasing advanced knowledge and application of continuous improvement methodologies.
  
• Six Sigma certification, validating proficiency in data-driven problem-solving and process improvement.
  
• Lean Factory certification, attesting to expertise in streamlining manufacturing processes for increased efficiency and reduced waste.
  

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: (Required frequency is: Not required (0%), Occasional (1-33%), Frequent (34-66%, Continuous (67-100%)

• Up to 10 lbs.: Occasional
  
• Up to 20 lbs.: Occasional
  
• Up to 35 lbs.: Occasional
  
• 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
  
• 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, sexual orientation, gender identity, 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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