Security Investigator

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Meet the Recruiter: Anh Martin

Summary:

Join us at Panasonic Energy as we expand to De Soto, Kansas, where we’re building the world’s largest lithium-ion battery factory. This is an exciting opportunity to grow your career while contributing to the future of electric vehicles. As part of our team, you’ll help push the limits of battery technology, enhancing performance and efficiency in sustainable transportation.

Our state-of-the-art facility, just outside the Kansas City Metro, will be a hub for innovation in green energy solutions. If you're passionate about sustainability and eager to contribute to the electric vehicle revolution, we invite you to be part of our dynamic team. Join us and make a meaningful impact on the future of energy and transportation.

Job Summary:

The Security Investigator is responsible for conducting risk-related investigations and supporting the protection of personnel, assets, and operations at Panasonic Energy facilities. This role responds to security events, conducts thorough investigations, and delivers timely, professional reports to Security Management and Human Resources. The Investigator applies investigative techniques, intelligence gathering, and security technologies to identify risks, support mitigation efforts, and enhance overall site security. The position also supports physical security initiatives and collaborates closely with cross-functional stakeholders in a manufacturing environment.

Essential Duties

Functional Operations:

• Conduct security investigations related to incidents, policy violations, threats, or losses, delivering professionally written investigative reports
• Utilize video management systems, access control platforms, intrusion detection systems, and investigative tools to gather, analyze, and preserve evidence
• Perform in-person interviews with witnesses, complainants, and persons of interest using formal interview techniques
• Investigate internal and external fraud incidents, supporting evidence collection and documentation in coordination with appropriate partners
• Support intelligence gathering efforts by monitoring relevant information sources to identify potential threats or security risks

Performance Optimization & Continuous Improvement:

• Analyze investigative data and security trends to identify recurring issues and recommend risk mitigation strategies
• Maintain and review statistical data related to security incidents and investigations to support preventive action
• Stay current on investigative standards, best practices, technologies, and emerging security risks
• Support continuous improvement of investigative processes, reporting quality, and intelligence-sharing practices

Training & Team Support:

• Provide subject-matter support to Security Management and site partners related to investigations and security risk awareness
• Assist with crime prevention and physical security programs by contributing investigative insights and risk assessments
• Support emergency planning and response readiness through investigative preparedness and post-incident analysis

Cross-Functional Collaboration & Communication:

• Report investigative findings and recommendations to Security Management and Human Resources Business Partners in a timely manner
• Coordinate with Safety, Facilities, Production, and Human Resources teams on security-related matters and mitigation actions
• Consult with local law enforcement or external authorities as needed in support of investigations
• Communicate investigative outcomes clearly and professionally to leadership and relevant stakeholders

Quality, Safety, & Compliance:

• Conduct investigations in compliance with company policies, ethical standards, and applicable laws and regulations
• Ensure proper handling, documentation, and confidentiality of sensitive investigative information
• Support adherence to safety and site requirements, including use of required PPE during investigative activities

Travel Requirement:

• Limited local travel may be required to support nearby company facilities; the majority of work will be based at the primary manufacturing site

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 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.

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.

Requirements - Required and/or Preferred

Required Education, Certifications, and Licenses:

• High School Diploma or GED

Preferred:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Criminal Justice, Security Management, Business, or a related field
• Relevant security or investigative certifications (e.g., CFI, CFE, CPP, Wicklander-Zulawski interview training, or similar)

Essential Qualifications:

• 2+ years of investigative experience in a corporate, manufacturing, or similar environment
• Experience using access control systems, intrusion detection systems, and video surveillance platforms
• Formal interview training and demonstrated ability to conduct structured interviews
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, including professional report writing
• Ability to manage multiple investigations, prioritize competing demands, meet deadlines, and support investigations during non-standard hours as required
• Ability to communicate effectively with senior business leadership
• 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:

• 4+ years of investigative experience in a manufacturing, corporate, or similar environment
• Prior law enforcement, military police, or corporate security experience
• Project management experience related to security initiatives or investigations
• Experience conducting investigations in manufacturing, industrial, or regulated environments
• Experience using investigative case management, reporting, or incident tracking systems
• Exposure to fraud, ethics, or policy-related investigations

Physical Demands:

Physical Activities: Percentage of time (equaling 100%) during the normal workday the employee is required to:

• Sit: 40%
• Walk: 30%
• Stand: 30%

Required Lifting and Carrying: Rare (<1%), Occasional (1-33%), Frequent (34-66%), Continuous (67-100%)

For this position, the required frequency is:

• Up to 10 lbs.: Frequent
• Up to 20 lbs.: Occasional
• Up to 35 lbs.: Rare
• Team-lift only (over 35 lbs.): Rare

Benefits & Perks - What's In It For You:

Panasonic Energy prioritizes total well-being and offers comprehensive benefits options to support physical, emotional, financial, social, and environmental health:

• 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. Available to eligible employees starting the first day of the month following your start date. Eligibility for each benefit 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.

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 we prioritize creating a workspace that not only promotes productivity but also ensures a fulfilling and positive work atmosphere. Join us at Panasonic Energy, where your onsite presence is valued, and we strive to make each moment count in your professional journey.

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.

We Take Opportunity Seriously:

At Panasonic Energy, we are committed to a workplace that genuinely fosters inclusion and belonging. Fairness and Honesty have been part of our core values for more than 100 years and we are proud of our diverse culture as an equal opportunity employer.

We understand that your career search may look different than others and embrace the professional, personal, educational, and volunteer opportunities through which people gain experience. If you are actively looking or starting to explore new opportunities, submit your application!

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.

#LI-AM1

Requirements - Required and/or Preferred

Required Education, Certifications, and Licenses:

• High School Diploma or GED

Preferred:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Criminal Justice, Security Management, Business, or a related field
• Relevant security or investigative certifications (e.g., CFI, CFE, CPP, Wicklander-Zulawski interview training, or similar)

Essential Qualifications:

• 2+ years of investigative experience in a corporate, manufacturing, or similar environment
• Experience using access control systems, intrusion detection systems, and video surveillance platforms
• Formal interview training and demonstrated ability to conduct structured interviews
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, including professional report writing
• Ability to manage multiple investigations, prioritize competing demands, meet deadlines, and support investigations during non-standard hours as required
• Ability to communicate effectively with senior business leadership
• 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:

• 4+ years of investigative experience in a manufacturing, corporate, or similar environment
• Prior law enforcement, military police, or corporate security experience
• Project management experience related to security initiatives or investigations
• Experience conducting investigations in manufacturing, industrial, or regulated environments
• Experience using investigative case management, reporting, or incident tracking systems
• Exposure to fraud, ethics, or policy-related investigations

Physical Demands:

Physical Activities: Percentage of time (equaling 100%) during the normal workday the employee is required to:

• Sit: 40%
• Walk: 30%
• Stand: 30%

Required Lifting and Carrying: Rare (<1%), Occasional (1-33%), Frequent (34-66%), Continuous (67-100%)

For this position, the required frequency is:

• Up to 10 lbs.: Frequent
• Up to 20 lbs.: Occasional
• Up to 35 lbs.: Rare
• Team-lift only (over 35 lbs.): Rare

Benefits & Perks - What's In It For You:

Panasonic Energy prioritizes total well-being and offers comprehensive benefits options to support physical, emotional, financial, social, and environmental health:

• 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. Available to eligible employees starting the first day of the month following your start date. Eligibility for each benefit 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.

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 we prioritize creating a workspace that not only promotes productivity but also ensures a fulfilling and positive work atmosphere. Join us at Panasonic Energy, where your onsite presence is valued, and we strive to make each moment count in your professional journey.

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.

We Take Opportunity Seriously:

At Panasonic Energy, we are committed to a workplace that genuinely fosters inclusion and belonging. Fairness and Honesty have been part of our core values for more than 100 years and we are proud of our diverse culture as an equal opportunity employer.

We understand that your career search may look different than others and embrace the professional, personal, educational, and volunteer opportunities through which people gain experience. If you are actively looking or starting to explore new opportunities, submit your application!

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.

#LI-AM1

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0tMgKm_71qs

(by clicking this link you are being referred to an external site that is not part of Panasonic)

Meet the Recruiter: Anh Martin

Summary:

Join us at Panasonic Energy as we expand to De Soto, Kansas, where we’re building the world’s largest lithium-ion battery factory. This is an exciting opportunity to grow your career while contributing to the future of electric vehicles. As part of our team, you’ll help push the limits of battery technology, enhancing performance and efficiency in sustainable transportation.

Our state-of-the-art facility, just outside the Kansas City Metro, will be a hub for innovation in green energy solutions. If you're passionate about sustainability and eager to contribute to the electric vehicle revolution, we invite you to be part of our dynamic team. Join us and make a meaningful impact on the future of energy and transportation.

Job Summary:

The Security Investigator is responsible for conducting risk-related investigations and supporting the protection of personnel, assets, and operations at Panasonic Energy facilities. This role responds to security events, conducts thorough investigations, and delivers timely, professional reports to Security Management and Human Resources. The Investigator applies investigative techniques, intelligence gathering, and security technologies to identify risks, support mitigation efforts, and enhance overall site security. The position also supports physical security initiatives and collaborates closely with cross-functional stakeholders in a manufacturing environment.

Essential Duties

Functional Operations:

• Conduct security investigations related to incidents, policy violations, threats, or losses, delivering professionally written investigative reports
• Utilize video management systems, access control platforms, intrusion detection systems, and investigative tools to gather, analyze, and preserve evidence
• Perform in-person interviews with witnesses, complainants, and persons of interest using formal interview techniques
• Investigate internal and external fraud incidents, supporting evidence collection and documentation in coordination with appropriate partners
• Support intelligence gathering efforts by monitoring relevant information sources to identify potential threats or security risks

Performance Optimization & Continuous Improvement:

• Analyze investigative data and security trends to identify recurring issues and recommend risk mitigation strategies
• Maintain and review statistical data related to security incidents and investigations to support preventive action
• Stay current on investigative standards, best practices, technologies, and emerging security risks
• Support continuous improvement of investigative processes, reporting quality, and intelligence-sharing practices

Training & Team Support:

• Provide subject-matter support to Security Management and site partners related to investigations and security risk awareness
• Assist with crime prevention and physical security programs by contributing investigative insights and risk assessments
• Support emergency planning and response readiness through investigative preparedness and post-incident analysis

Cross-Functional Collaboration & Communication:

• Report investigative findings and recommendations to Security Management and Human Resources Business Partners in a timely manner
• Coordinate with Safety, Facilities, Production, and Human Resources teams on security-related matters and mitigation actions
• Consult with local law enforcement or external authorities as needed in support of investigations
• Communicate investigative outcomes clearly and professionally to leadership and relevant stakeholders

Quality, Safety, & Compliance:

• Conduct investigations in compliance with company policies, ethical standards, and applicable laws and regulations
• Ensure proper handling, documentation, and confidentiality of sensitive investigative information
• Support adherence to safety and site requirements, including use of required PPE during investigative activities

Travel Requirement:

• Limited local travel may be required to support nearby company facilities; the majority of work will be based at the primary manufacturing site

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 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.

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.