Technical Writer

Overview
Do you want to join a team that's changing the world? Do you have a strong background as a Technical Writer? We're looking for you! Put your skills to meaningful use, gain unique experience, and work with world‑class team members who share the same vision. Join the PECNA team today!

Job Summary
The Technical Writer will work alongside production leaders, manufacturing engineers, and other users to gather data for documentation. The role involves researching and translating technical information into manuals and/or web‑based documents for nontechnical and technical users while documenting engineering processes and specifications.

Essential Duties

Must be able to write Standard Work and update related Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs)

Formatting and editing of digital images, including image size and resolution, color, brightness and contrast, rotation, and cropping

Develop studies and create Yamazumi Charts

Proven ability to exceed goal of 16 SOPs or 4 MPIs a month without assistance

Must meet the standard goal of four (4) standard work documents a month

Experience creating technical specifications for automated manufacturing equipment is a plus

Ability to work under pressure while managing competing demands and tight deadlines, simultaneously managing multiple documentation projects

Exemplary verbal and written communication skills, with a proficiency in English grammar, spelling, and punctuation

Excellent listening and observation skills

Well organized with meticulous attention to detail

PPE Requirements

To ensure the health and safety in the workplace, wearing PPE is a possibility 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
Education

Basic/Required: High School Diploma or GED

Preferred: A.A. Degree or 2 years of experience

Essential Qualifications

Strong computer skills a must

Experience with MS Word, video and still imagery, and image editing software

Experience with manufacturing documentation or quality projects

Experience reading and interpreting mechanical drawings is a plus

Must have working‑level knowledge of the English language, including reading, writing, and speaking English

Preferred Qualifications

Superior communication and interpersonal skills

Results orientated with the ability to plan and deliver against production deadlines and goals

Resilient, self‑motived and able to work well under pressure

Alignment to Panasonic’s seven core principles

Advanced skills in MS Office (Word, Power Point, Excel, Outlook) preferred

Physical Demands
Physical Activities: (Percentage of time during the normal workday the employee is required to)

Sit: 25%

Walk: 25%

Stand: 25%

Lift: 25%

Required Lifting and Carrying:
Up to 10 lbs.: Continuous
Up to 20 lbs.: Continuous
Up to 35 lbs.: Continuous
Team‑lift only (over 35 lbs.): Continuous

Benefits

Health Benefits – Offering medical, dental, vision, prescription plans, plus Health Savings Account and Flexible Spending Account options.

Voluntary Benefits – Life, accident, critical illness, disability, legal, identity theft, and pet insurance.

Panasonic Retirement Savings & Investment Plan (PRSIP) – 401(k) plan with company matching contributions and immediate vesting.

Paid Time-Off Benefits – Vacation, holidays, personal days, sick leave, volunteer, and parental & caregiver leave.

Educational Assistance – Tuition reimbursement for job‑related courses after six months of service.

Health Management and Wellbeing Programs – Lifestyle Spending Account, EAP, virtual health management, chronic condition, neurodiversity, tobacco cessation, substance abuse support, and life stage and fertility resources. Availability starts the first day of the month following your start date. Eligibility may vary based on employment status, location, and length of service.

Employee Recognition Program – High5 employee recognition and awards platform, quarterly and annual employee recognition.

Annual Bonus Program – Opportunity for an annual performance‑based bonus.

On‑site Food Options – Several on‑site cafes, plentiful snack and beverage kitchens, revolving on‑site vendor visits and employee events.

Free Shuttle – Rides to and from work!

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 prioritize creating a workspace that promotes productivity while ensuring a fulfilling and positive work atmosphere.

Who We Are
At Panasonic Energy, you'll 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. Our journey began in 2017, and as the world’s largest lithium‑ion battery factory, we are expanding operations to De Soto, Kansas, providing you with career growth in more ways than one. We foster an environment where your contributions make a meaningful impact on the future of energy and transportation.

We Take Opportunity Seriously
At Panasonic Energy, we are committed to a workplace that genuinely fosters inclusion and belonging. We are an equal‑opportunity employer, welcoming qualified applicants regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or other characteristics protected by law. All qualified individuals are required to perform the essential functions of the job with or without reasonable accommodation.

Supplemental Information
Pre‑employment drug testing is required.

Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law. All qualified individuals are required to perform the essential functions of the job with or without reasonable accommodation. 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 Corporation of North America.

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