Overview:
Do you want to join a team that’s changing the world? Do you have a strong background as an Employee Relations Investigator? Then we’re looking for you! Check out the job description and apply now! Put your skills to meaningful use, gain unique experience, and work with world-class team members with diverse backgrounds and expertise who share the same vision. Join the PECNA team today!
Responsibilities:
Meet the Recruiter: Danielle Lomeli

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 requirement for some roles at PECNA 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.
  The foregoing description is not intended and should not be construed to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, skills and efforts or work conditions associated with the job. It is intended to be an accurate reflection of the general nature and level of the job.
  Qualifications:

EDUCATION

• Basic/Required: Associate degree in HR or related field, or equivalent work experience
• Preferred: MBA, Masters in HR Management or advanced degree preferred

ESSENTIAL QUALIFICATIONS:

• Knowledge of applicable workplace laws, regulations, and employment trends.
• Ability to work both independently and part of a team.
• Demonstrated strong organizational skills, discretion, and ability to manage confidential information.
• Flexibility – critical for a start-up environment.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, including Access, Outlook, PowerPoint, Excel, and Word and can use the computer to complete online learning requirements for -specific competencies, access online forms and policies, complete online benefits enrollment.
• Must have working-level knowledge of the English language, including reading, writing, and speaking English. Candidate who speak fluent Spanish and/or Japanese are preferred.
• Resilient, self-motived and able to work well under pressure
• Alignment to Panasonic’s seven (7) core principles (contribution to society, fairness and honesty, cooperation and team spirit, untiring effort for improvement, courtesy and humility, adaptability, gratitude)

KNOWLEDGE & REQUIREMENTS:

• Strong interpersonal skills, as demonstrated by strong written and oral communication, and high emotional intelligence.
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively independently and within a team environment.
• Develop trust and rapport and influence cross-functional partners and business leaders.
• Remain respectful and empathetic when confronted with difficult and uncomfortable situations surrounding an investigation and/or performance management.
• Able to handle confidential information in a mature and professional manner.
• Ability to navigate ambiguity within a fast moving and changing environment.
• Ability to use independent judgment, reasoning and analysis, problem-solving skills, and creativity in helping the business solve complex problems.
• Effective at managing time and resources while prioritizing and balancing multiple commitments with some input from manager.

WHO WE ARE:

Meet Panasonic Energy! At Panasonic Energy, you’ll do 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 now, as the world’s largest lithium-ion battery factory, we are expanding operations to De Soto, Kansas, providing you with the opportunity to experience career growth in more ways than one.
As an innovative thinker, you’ll thrive here, as we continually push the boundaries of lithium-ion battery technology and production capabilities to enhance efficiency and performance in EVs.
Being part of Panasonic Energy means positively contributing to society, aligning with our commitment to building a better world through sustainable energy solutions.
We care about what you care about, fostering an environment where your contributions make a meaningful impact on the future of energy and transportation. Join us and be part of a team that values your work, encourages innovation, and actively contributes to a positive societal impact.
In addition to an environment that is as innovative as our products, we offer competitive salaries and benefits.

• Conduct prompt, fair, impartial, and thorough investigations into sensitive employee relations issues concerning allegations such as discrimination, harassment, retaliation, hostile work environment, and PECNA policy violations.
• Thoroughly document investigative efforts internally using a case management system.
• Conduct investigatory interviews, collect, and analyze relevant evidence, write investigation reports, and deliver debriefs with relevant stakeholders.
• Ensure consistent application of PECNA policies, procedures, and compliance.
• Formally respond to sensitive concerns and allegations as required by internal processes and/or external agencies.
• Foster effective relationships with HR teams, legal counsel, and business leaders.
• Work with Human Resource Business Partners and PECNA supervisors on how to appropriately manage and resolve moderately complex ER issues and performance management issues.
• Partner with team members throughout the PECNA organization to communicate and educate on policies, procedures, and compliance.
• Collaborate with Employee Relations leadership to scale and refine the employee relations function, including development of reactive and proactive initiatives, production of data analytics, and ensuring an equitable and transparent employee experience across the company.
• Participate in the development and deployment of ER related training and other team projects as needed.
• Consistently demonstrate and promote PECNA performance competencies, with special emphasis on building trust and serving others.
• Perform other duties and responsibilities as required.