Advanced Maintenance Technician
Panasonic · De Soto, KS
- Level
- Technician
- Team
- Reliability
- Degree
- Required
- Experience asked
- 2+ years
- Industry
- Industrial
- Posted
- 18 days ago
The role in 30 seconds
A technician-level reliability role at Panasonic (industrial) in De Soto, KS.
- They ask for
- 2+ years · degree required
- Tools it names
- Lean, TPM, Root cause, PLC
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From the plant jobs report · week of October 19, 2026
Maintenance Technician roles in the US: typical posted base $58k–$84k.
Median of the low and high ends of 37 live postings that list pay, out of 1784 maintenance technician openings in the US, read from manufacturers' own careers sites.
Kansas plant jobs report →Pay by team and state →What moves pay →
How this role compares
Against 42 other live reliability postings in Kansas.
- Experience asked
- Less than usual (2+ vs 3+)
Similar roles usually ask 3+ years.
Skills these teams ask for most
- ✓ Team leadership 67%
- ✓ PLC 37%
- Welding 33%
- ✓ Root cause 26%
✓ = this posting asks for it too. % = share of similar postings that mention it.
Stands out: this posting asks for TPM, which few similar roles mention. If you have it, lead with it.
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This plant: Panasonic in De Soto
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Full description from PanasonicAs posted on their careers site.ShowHide
Responsibilities
The Advanced Maintenance Technician is a multi-craft role responsible for performing skilled maintenance, repair, and troubleshooting of production equipment and mechanical systems with minimal supervision. This role supports reliable equipment performance through preventative maintenance, independent troubleshooting, and timely repairs. The technician works closely with Operations and Maintenance teams to minimize downtime, improve equipment performance, and support continuous improvement initiatives. This position builds on foundational technical skills by applying working knowledge across mechanical and electrical systems while providing guidance to Maintenance Technicians in a fast-paced manufacturing environment. Essential Duties: Functional Operations: Perform maintenance tasks with minimal supervision following established procedures, work instructions, and safety standards Ensure operation of machinery by completing preventive maintenance on motors, pneumatic tools, conveyor systems, and production machines Monitor and verify equipment settings, gauge readings, HMIs, sensors, and system performance to maintain operational specifications Troubleshoot equipment issues using diagrams, sketches, manuals, and technical specifications Remove and replace defective components using proper tools and material handling equipment (e.g., hoists, cranes) Adjust functional components and control instruments using precision tools (e.g., calipers, micrometers, levels, straightedges) Perform equipment disassembly, cleaning, repair, and reassembly according to OEM specifications Operate and maintain tools and equipment in assigned areas Performance Optimization & Continuous Improvement: Troubleshoot and resolve routine mechanical and electrical equipment issues independently Locate sources of equipment problems using observation, diagnostic tools, and precision instruments Read and interpret mechanical drawings, electrical schematics, and hydraulic/pneumatic diagrams Perform dimensional and tolerance checks using appropriate measuring instruments Analyze equipment performance and identify improvement opportunities to reduce downtime Support root cause analysis efforts and contribute to corrective actions for equipment failures Escalate complex or system-level issues as needed Advise operations personnel on proper equipment use and preventive maintenance practices Document and communicate maintenance actions, irregularities, and ongoing issues within work teams Support development and improvement of Standard Work and Total Productive Maintenance (TPM) activities Training & Team Support: Provide day to day guidance, support, and on-the-job training to Level 3 and peer Level 4 technicians Assist in onboarding and skill development of newer team members Reinforce standard operating procedures, maintenance practices, and safety standards Maintain flexibility to work all scheduled shift hours Cross-Functional Collaboration & Communication: Collaborate with Operations, Engineering, and Maintenance teams to resolve equipment issues and improve performance Communicate equipment status, issues, and completed work clearly and effectively Support implementation of industry-standard, compliant processes and procedures Coordinate with internal teams and support vendors or contractors as needed Quality, Safety, & Compliance: Maintain accurate records of completed work, including After Action Reviews (AARs) and CMMS documentation Ensure compliance with all safety regulations, SOPs, and company quality policies Follow 6S workplace organization standards and maintain a clean, safe, and well-organized work area Adhere to all Lockout/Tagout (LOTO)
requirements
and maintenance safety procedures Utilize required personal protective equipment (PPE) and follow all safety protocols specific to maintenance activities Supervisory
Responsibilities
None Travel Requirement: None Education, Certifications, and Licenses: Required: High school diploma, GED, or 2 years of prior experience in functional area Preferred: Associate degree or higher in a technical discipline (e.g., Industrial Maintenance, Mechatronics, Electrical Technology) Lean Manufacturing Certification or Yellow Belt Journeyman Certification PECNA-approved Technical Training Essential
Qualifications
3+ years of relevant maintenance or technical work experience Working knowledge of mechanical and basic electrical systems, including electrical theory fundamentals Demonstrated ability to troubleshoot and repair equipment with minimal supervision Prior experience in a manufacturing or production environment Successful completion of Ramsay mechanical or electrical aptitude assessment Ability to read and interpret technical drawings and schematics Basic mathematical skills and ability to perform standard calculations Strong problem-solving skills and ability to identify and resolve routine equipment issues Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and adapt to changing priorities Ability to work rotating shifts and overtime as required Must have working-level knowledge of the English language, including reading, writing, and speaking English 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)
Preferred Qualifications
6+ years of relevant maintenance or technical work experience Programmable Logic Controller (PLC) training and experience Experience supporting Total Productive Maintenance (TPM) programs Strong
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