Assistant Production Manager - Days

Location: Onsite in Sparks, Nevada, United States. Day shift. Valid authorization to work in the U.S. without restriction is required.

Company

Panasonic Energy produces safe, high-quality lithium-ion batteries for electric vehicles and sustainable energy applications.

What you will do

• Manage assigned production lines and functional production teams to meet manufacturing KPIs.
• Lead the transformation of raw materials, components, and parts into finished lithium-ion batteries.
• Implement manufacturing strategies and operational goals focused on product quality, cost, delivery, and customer expectations.
• Drive production efficiency improvements using Lean principles and continuous improvement methods.
• Develop, empower, and recognize employees and teams to improve performance and growth.
• Coordinate with internal cross-functional teams and report production status in management meetings.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering or business, or equivalent manufacturing management experience.
• At least 3 years of experience in a high-speed, high-volume manufacturing environment.
• Experience with Lean Six Sigma, continuous process improvement, ERP transactions, and 5S.
• Strong communication, leadership, relationship management, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to plan and deliver against production deadlines and goals while working under pressure.
• Pre-employment drug testing and unrestricted U.S. work authorization are required.

Culture & Benefits

• Onsite work environment focused on sustainable energy, innovation, inclusion, and employee contribution.
• Medical, dental, vision, prescription, Health Savings Account, and Flexible Spending Account options.
• 401(k) retirement plan with company matching contributions and immediate vesting.
• Paid vacation, holidays, personal days, sick leave, volunteer, parental, and caregiver leave.
• Tuition reimbursement for job-related courses after six months of service.
• Annual performance bonus, onsite food options, employee recognition programs, and a free work shuttle.