**Overview** We are seeking a highly motivated Quality Lead - Level 5 with a background in quality inspection process to join our team at Panasonic Energy Corporation of North America (PECNA). As a Quality Lead, you will report to the Quality Supervisor and collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure proper day-to-day execution of quality objectives, enhance product quality, and contribute to the success of the world's largest lithium-ion battery initiative. **Responsibilities** **Summary:** We are proud to announce the establishment of a state-of-the-art Li-ion battery factory, set amidst the beautiful Kansas City Metro. This groundbreaking green-field factory will serve as a pioneering hu/b for innovation in sustainable energy solutions. If you are passionate about contributing to a sustainable future and being part of a dynamic team shaping the electric vehicle revolution, this opportunity is tailor-made for you. We are seeking dedicated individuals to join us as full-time, on-site team members at our new, state-of-the-art factory located in the thriving city of DeSoto, Kansas. **Position Summary:** We are seeking a highly motivated Quality Lead - Level 5 with a background in quality inspection process to join our team at Panasonic Energy Corporation of North America (PECNA). As a Quality Lead, you will report to the Quality Supervisor and collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure proper day-to-day execution of quality objectives, enhance product quality, and contribute to the success of the world's largest lithium-ion battery initiative. The Quality Lead - Level 5 will work together with the Operations, Engineering and Maintenance in resolving bugs, defects, and other potential issues and ensuring that products meet customer specifications. **Essential Duties:** + Perform high-level data interpretation and analytics tied to Key Performance Indicators + Lead effective and timely containment actions and treatment of nonconforming materials, utilizing Python scripts, Foundry or other data visualization tools. + Establish basic process alarms utilizing Python scripts and Foundry. + Lead quality improvement projects aimed at enhancing product quality, process improvements or reducing defects. + Provide direction and support as required for QA Inspectors and Operators in quality improvement projects. + Lead hands-on training of inspectors to improve overall proficiency. + Operate independently sometimes without written SOP’s, analyze data, and make decisions. + Lead QA Inspectors and Technicians for proper implementation of quality control processes and procedures to ensure compliance with industry standards, regulatory requirements, and customer specifications. + Independently execute product and process audits as required. + Communicate with different levels of the organization to resolve quality issues. + Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including production, engineering, and maintenance, to identify and resolve quality issues in a timely manner. + Report quality issues, concerns, or deviations from standards to Supervisors and Engineers in a timely manner. + Maintain detailed inspection, quality issues and deviation records as required. + Function as the owner of area Key Performance Indicators. + Lead the Quality Tech team in Quality Supervisor’s absence. + Ensure adherence to quality, general plant and PECNA policies and procedures. + Ensure area cleanliness and 6S standards are met. **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. Pre-employment respirator fit test will be required based on functional area. **_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: High school diploma, GED or 2 years of prior experience in functional area + Preferred: Associate’s degree **Essential Qualifications** + Minimum of 6 years of related work experience (manufacturing or similar industries). + Working knowledge in programming scripts, data visualization tools and Foundry AI platforms with the ability to modify the scripts as required. + Working knowledge in Statistical Process Control. + Working knowledge in CAPA and Root Cause Analysis. **Preferred Qualifications:** + 3-5 years of relevant experience within QA functions with strong understanding in corrective actions and containment actions or equivalent previous work experience. **Physical Demands** **Physical Activities:** Percentage of time (equaling 100%) during the normal workday the employee is required to: + Sit: 10% + Walk: 40% + Stand: 40% + 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.: Frequent + Up to 20 lbs.: Frequent + Up to 35 lbs.: Occasional + Team-lift only (over 35 lbs.): Occasional **About Us:** At the heart of this visionary project, Panasonic is committed to manufacturing cutting-edge cylindrical lithium-ion cells that will power the future of electric mobility. These cells will be meticulously crafted to meet the growing demands of the automotive industry, supporting various electric vehicle manufacturers in their quest for eco-friendly transportation solutions. This role presents a unique chance to be at the forefront of innovation, working within a forward-thinking organization that is committed to environmental responsibility and the advancement of green technology. Be a part of our mission to power the future and make a difference in the world of electric mobility with Panasonic! **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. **Thank you for your interest in Panasonic Energy Corporation of North America.** REQ-149392