Job Description Looking for that next step in your production career? We want to talk to you! 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 hub 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 De Soto, Kansas.
Interested in meeting us in person? We now offer walk-in interview hours Monday through Friday from 1pm to 5pm CST at our recruiting office located at 10900 South Clay Blair Boulevard in Olathe, KS 66061. Bring your resume, learn more about this exciting opportunity, and get ready to make a difference with us.
The Machine Operator / Tech independently operates automated high-speed lithium-ion battery production machines within a clean-room environment.
Machine Operator / Tech Career Perks and Benefits:
- Competitive pay rates
- Medical, d ental, v ision, c ritical illness, a ccident
- Life insurance (basic and supplemental)
- Legal plans (Family law, document review, consultation, etc.)
- Long-term disability after 180 days
- Identity theft protection
- Employee assistance plan (Provides up to 12 free counseling sessions per issue per year paid in full by employer)
- 401k is matched $0.50 to the dollar up to 8% and fully vested.
- Employer sponsored Retirement Savings and Investment Plan
- PTO and 10 paid holidays
- Parental and bereavement leave
- Educational and certification reimbursement
- And more...
Machine Operator / Tech Essential Qualifications:
- High School Diploma, General Education Development (GED) or 1-2 years of prior experience in the functional area required
- Proficient in the English language, encompassing adeptness in reading, writing, and verbal communication
- Prior 1-2 years Machine Operator and/or Skilled Machine Technician experience in a fast-paced, high-volume manufacturing environment
- Demonstrated proficiency in sub-assemblies, drive units, and equipment rebuilds
- Experience with preventative maintenance and 4S or 5S safety protocols
Machine Operator / Tech Responsibilities:
- Complying with and promoting adherence to safety policies and procedures during the execution of responsibilities.
- Responsible for the independent operation of multiple production machines to ensure continuous and uninterrupted performance, including implementing proactive measures, diagnosing and resolving operational issues, and executing machine recovery procedures as necessary.
- Executing advanced proactive and reactive maintenance activities such as Total Productive Maintenance (TPM), thorough cleaning, tensioning, pressure adjustments, and equipment modifications.
- Diligently monitoring operational processes, ongoing visual inspections, and quality assessments are crucial to meeting our predetermined acceptance standards, which are essential to our operations.
- Maintaining a clean and secure work environment following the 6S principles (Sort, Set in Order, Shine, Standardize, Sustain, Safety) while demonstrating a thorough understanding of departmental workflows, processes, and meticulous attention to detail.
- Responsible for ensuring compliance with and implementing work instructions and Standard Operating Procedures (SOP), particularly when assigned the task of creating essential documentation following specific requirements.
- Facilitating the transfer of knowledge and expertise through direct peer-to-peer training.
- Responsible for engaging in clear and effective verbal and written communication with colleagues to reinforce our dedication to the our high-performing culture.
- Ability to meet the physical demands and the PPE requirements of the role
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 NFPA Cal Suits, Cotton Hi-Viz Uniform, EH Boots, Tyvek suit, safety shoes, gloves, safety glasses, face mask, and a full hazmat suit that includes a respirator.
Physical Activities: (Percentage of time (equaling 100%) during the normal workday the employee is required to)
Sit: 5%
Walk: 10%
Stand: 75%
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.: Frequent
Up to 20 lbs.: Frequent
Up to 35 lbs.: Occasional
Assisted lift only (over 35 lbs.): Occasional
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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.
IntelliSource 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.
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