What are the responsibilities and job description for the Systems Specialist/Analyst II (PENA) position at Panasonic Energy of North America?
In this role, the System Analyst II will serve as a technical person in systems operation for complex operating systems and applications supporting our manufacturing process. The Analyst works closely with users, staff, and engineers while acting as a liaison to software development teams and leadership
This requires the ability to evaluate and assess customer requests to create specifications for application development and interfaces with third-party software. The Analyst will support in the prototyping and evaluation of these solutions and plan for implementation. The Analyst will troubleshoot software, correct data-entry errors, and provide periodic operational support and maintenance of the manufacturing and other integrated systems.
This is a fulltime onsite role located at our Reno, NV location
- Collaborate with customers to optimize output and ensure all systems are up-to-date and meet customer needs
- Responds to support requests during both business and non-business hours
- Monitor and maintain system health and integrity to ensure high availability and acceptable levels of performance of mission critical resources
- Partner with our development team to design and implement manufacturing solutions
- Identifies and corrects data-entry and/or workflow errors and performs regular maintenance
- Provide suggestions on the best possible solutions for any given problem
- Monitor tech-industry trends and brings new ideas and innovative solutions
- Support manufacturing staff and engineering teams with software or application issues
- Trains technical and non-technical staff in how to use new software and hardware obtained and/or developed
- Provide information and guidance on best practices and (as needed) update practices and/or Standard Operating Procedure (SOP) regarding the manufacturing applications)
- Ensure compliance to all Panasonic policy and procedures including SOX compliance
- Collaborate with production and business partners to evaluate current software solutions and identify improvements, and/or assist in the evaluation of other solutions
- Act as a liaison between manufacturing, engineering, support and software engineering teams regarding any issues, enhancements, or requests regarding new or existing systems
- Provide feedback, advice, and support regarding any new or existing projects
- Configure and deploy software, devices, equipment, and peripherals throughout the factory
- To ensure the health and safety in the workplace and for the protection of our employees, wearing PPE is a requirement for some roles at PENA and may include equipment such as a full Tyvek suit, safety shoes, gloves, safety glasses, face mask, bump cap, and a full hazmat suit that includes a respirator.
Qualifications: Requirements - Required and/or Preferred
Education:
- Basic/Required: 2- or 4-year degree in IS/CS, or similar discipline, and/or equivalent related work experience
- Preferred: None
Essential Qualifications:
3 years of relevant experience- Knowledge of Manufacturing Execution Systems (MES)
- Understanding of Manufacturing process, including high level knowledge of (ISA 95/MESA- manufacturing standard)- to check during screening
- Very good skills with querying oracle database (proficient in PL/SQL)- required
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Excellent communication skills (spoken and written), including the ability to explain and present technical information
- Demonstrated ability to work in a fast-paced, flexible environment and take the initiative to learn new tools and concepts quickly
- Creative thinker with attention to detail; strong analytical, multitasking, and interpersonal skills
- Approachable and adaptable; this is a start-up where priorities are constantly shifting
- Team player who enjoys building relationships and collaboration
- Ability to learn quickly and handle many changing projects and requests
- Must have working-level knowledge of the English language, including reading, writing, and speaking English
- Resilient, self-motived and able to work well under pressure
- Advanced skills in Microsoft Office Suite, including Word, Power Point, Excel, and Outlook
Preferred License(s):
- None
- None
Physical Activities: (Percentage of time (equaling 100%) during the normal workday the employee is required to)
- Sit: 25%
- Walk: 25%
- Stand: 25%
- Lift: 25%
- Up to 10 lbs.: Occasional
- Up to 20 lbs.: Occasional
- Up to 35 lbs.: Occasional
- Team-lift only (over 35 lbs.): Occasional
Panasonic Energy of North America (PENA) is collaborating with Tesla at a massive battery factory near Reno, Nevada which is known for its quality of life and expansive outdoor adventures. Panasonic's role at the Gigafactory is to manufacture and supply cylindrical lithium-ion cells to Tesla for their electric vehicles and energy storage systems.
Over the past few years, the Gigafactory has grown to the largest lithium-ion battery factory in the world. Together with our partner Tesla, we continue to revolutionize the lithium-ion battery space and accelerate the world’s transition to sustainable energy and transportation.
Our mission at PENA is to make the vision of affordable Electric Vehicles a reality by producing the world’s safest, high quality, and lowest cost batteries. Through this effort we will create a clean energy society and our products will change society’s use of and perceptions of electric power.
In addition to an environment that is as innovative as our products, we offer competitive salaries and benefits.
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.
Panasonic 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.
Thank you for your interest in Panasonic Energy of North America.
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Salary : $69,400 - $87,900
