Quality Control Inspector I Assembly I D Shift (PENA)

Panasonic - Sparks, NV

Full-time - Entry Level

Sparks, NV

Computer and Electronic Product Manufacturing

About the position

The Quality Control Inspector I at Panasonic Energy of North America (PENA) is responsible for supporting and assisting in the auditing, monitoring, and determination of the quality of manufacturing processes and outputs. This entry-level position involves working closely with higher-level inspectors to test random samples of finished goods, report deviations, and troubleshoot quality issues. The role is crucial in ensuring that products meet defined internal and regulatory standards, particularly in battery production.

Responsibilities

• Support quality control systems in battery production.
• Assist with inspection work on cells to determine if specifications are met.
• Conduct analysis to check for safety and performance from pre-production and mass production environments.
• Collect product data from the manufacturing process.
• Carry out analysis and evaluation of sample cell data to reduce defects and improve battery performance.
• Provide support to the cell manufacturing process through audits on defect prevention.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED required; Associate's degree in a Science or engineering preferred.
• Minimum of 1-2 years of quality control and quality inspection background.
• Familiarity with quality management tools such as control charts, FTA, and FMEA.
• Excellent dexterity and nimbleness with repetitive hand motions.
• Practical experience with materials analysis, testing, and chemical analysis equipment.
• Skilled with Microsoft Office products (Word, Excel, and PowerPoint).
• Ability to keep accurate records and read product data sheets.

Nice-to-haves

• Background as a quality inspector in high-volume manufacturing is strongly desired.
• Experience in defect reduction of high-volume manufacturing products.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Good interpersonal abilities.

Benefits

• Competitive salaries and benefits.