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De Soto, Kansas
Operations
Full-Time
Onsite
PECNA Panasonic Energy Corporation of North America
Manufacturing
R-100039

Overview

Job Description

Do you want to join a team that's changing the world? Do you have a strong background as a Fire Brigade 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

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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 Fire Brigade Supervisor is responsible for leading and managing an all-hazards emergency response team within the production facility. This role ensures compliance with safety regulations, develops and implements fire safety strategies, leads fire response teams, and coordinates emergency preparedness initiatives to protect personnel, property, and organizational resiliency. The Fire Brigade Supervisor plays a key role in regulatory compliance, risk mitigation, and business continuity by coordinating emergency response efforts, training personnel, and maintaining state-of-the-art firefighting and life safety equipment. The ideal candidate thrives in a fast-paced environment, demonstrates strong organizational skills, and effectively builds professional relationships to support the facility’s emergency preparedness and response objectives.

Essential Duties

Fire Safety Program Development & Compliance:

Develop, implement, and enforce comprehensive fire safety policies and procedures in compliance with local, state, and federal regulations.
Ensure compliance with OSHA, NFPA, EPA, and other relevant fire safety standards.
Maintain accurate records of fire incidents, training activities, inspections, and regulatory compliance reports.
Prepare for and participate in inspections and audits conducted by regulatory agencies.
Liaise with fire departments, regulatory agencies, and corporate safety teams to ensure alignment with industry best practices and compliance standards.

Risk Assessment & Hazard Mitigation

Conduct regular risk assessments to identify potential fire hazards and implement corrective actions.
Collaborate with production and maintenance teams to address fire hazards associated with facility operations, including the storage and handling of flammable materials.

Emergency Response & Incident Management

Direct and oversee all fire brigade activities during emergencies, including fire suppression, emergency medical response, hazmat events, evacuation, and coordination with external emergency services.
Develop and manage response plans for fire, hazardous materials incidents, and other emergencies specific to the production environment.
Act as the liaison between the fire brigade, facility leadership, and external agencies during crisis situations.
Participate in investigations into fire-related incidents, including root cause analysis and recommendations for preventing recurrence.

Training & Readiness

Lead, supervise, and train the on-site fire brigade, ensuring team readiness for rapid and effective emergency response.
Develop and deliver training programs for fire brigade personnel, production staff, and contractors on fire safety, evacuation procedures, and emergency response.
Ensure team certifications and qualifications remain current and meet regulatory standards.
Conduct regular fire drills and emergency response exercises to enhance preparedness and response effectiveness.

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 for extended periods of time. 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: Fire Science or equivalent BS Degree.

Essential Qualifications

Minimum of 5 years of relevant firefighting experience.
Capable of performing multiple tasks at various levels of complexity.
Demonstrated leadership skills / experience.
Emergency response experience.
FEMA 100, 200, 700, and 800 courses.
FEMA Professional Series (ability to complete within 6 months of hire).
Fire Suppression & Prevention – Knowledge of firefighting tactics, and fire behavior
Knowledge and experience with Incident Command System (ICS) principals
Proficient in Microsoft 365 to include Outlook, Teams, Word, Excel, and Power Point (+other programs as required).
Self-Motivated / Team oriented.
Strong customer service skills.

Preferred Qualifications

Industrial Firefighting Experience.
Manufacturing Operations Experience.
Thorough working understanding of OSHA 1910 standards and regulations.

Preferred Certification(s)

CPR Certification
Firefighter 1 Certification
Confined Space Rescue Certification or experience
Fire Officer 1 Certification
Hazmat Technician Certification or experience

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

For This Position The Required Frequency Is

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
Diversity, equity, and 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 characteristics protected by law.

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 of North America.

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