Proposed Salary Range:$21.94 - $26.44 Schedule:1st Shift Department:Cathode

The Machine Keeper III maintains the production machinery in proper operating order through preventive maintenance, troubleshooting, repair, and improvement.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIESinclude the following. Other duties may be assigned.

In addition to performing the following duties, a Machine Keeper III must be able to perform all the duties of a Machine Keeper I and II.

Performs preventative maintenance procedures on all machines in department assigned to include:

• Determines when to check setting, gauge readings, sensors, etc.,on regular basis to keep machines operating at proper specifications.
• Knows proper specifications for each of the machines in department.
• Troubleshoots problems to include:Checks settings, gauges and sensors and makes necessary adjustments.
• Inspects the internal components of the machines by disassembly of machinery parts.
• Examines the from, texture, and dimensions of the machine parts to detect wear and/or imperfections.
• Restores machines to correct operating functions:Makes mechanical, pneumatic and hydraulic adjustments.
• Overhauls or repairs mechanical parts.
• Coordinates with Machinery Group to do adjustments/repairs on electrical or electronic functions.
• Assembles machines once disassembled.
• Analyzes downtime and quality deficiencies and makes recommendations on how to improve.
• Instructs operators on how to do minor repairs and adjustments to machines.
• Performs process testing.
• Records data from process test along with control lots.
• Understands the impact that his/her area has on the other areas of process.
• Understands basic battery theory.
• Initiates improvement plans for his/her area.
• Monitors scrap rate in has/her area and takes action to improve.
• Monitors production rate in his/her area and takes action to improve.
• Initiates revisions and improvements of maintenance check sheet items.
• Understands mechanical drawing concerning his/her area.
• Can perform some machine shop duties.
• Can perform electronic functions.
• Is able to make clear decisions involving operator assignments.
• Trains other machine keepers.
• Able to teach small groups in a class room setting.
• Read, understand, and adhere to safety and environmental protection procedures and work instructions.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:None

QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE: High school diploma or general education degree (GED) and four years work experience operating and repairing manufacturing machinery or equivalent in vocational training.

LANGUAGE SKILLS Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.Ability to write routine reports and correspondence. Ability tospeak effectively with vendors or employees of organization.

MATHEMATICAL SKILLS Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals. Ability to compute rate, ratio, and percent and to draw and interpret bar graphs.

REASONING ABILITY Ability to apply commonsense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form. Ability to deal with problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations.

OTHER SKILLS and ABILITIES Must be able to understand and use English and Metric units of measure.Basic knowledge of EMS work instructions and Hazardous Waste Management rocedures relevant to positions for which assigned. Training may include, but not limited to, on-the-job training, department reviews and internal/external training. Must have knowledge within operating parameters specified by permits and EMS Work Instructions.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls; reach with hands and arms; climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl; and talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to sit.

The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 25 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 100 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.

WORK ENVIRONMENT The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee regularly works near moving mechanical parts. The employee is frequently exposed to risk of electrical shock. The employee occasionally works in high, precarious places and is occasionally exposed to fumes or airborne particles, toxic or caustic chemicals, extreme heat, and vibration.

The noise level in the work environment is usually loud.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION Panasonic Energy Corporation of America is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

All qualified individuals are required to perform the essential functions of the job with or without accommodation. Pre-employment background check, drug testing and hearing test 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 United States. Competitive compensation and benefit package is provided.

BENEFITS

• Employee Coverage: Monthly premiums $60.00/Deductible $300 per year
• Family Coverage: Monthly premiums $150.00/Deductible $600 per year
• 401k Retirement Saving - Company match up to 5%
• 2nd/3rd Shift Differential $1.00