First Solar
Lead- Technical Group Module USA
New Iberia, LA, United States
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About the role
- Reporting Relationships: - This position reports to the Area Manager - Module. - This position will have direct reports.
- Equal Opportunity Employer Statement: First Solar is an Equal Opportunity Employer that values and respects the importance of a diverse and inclusive workforce.
- It is the policy of the company to recruit, hire, train and promote persons in all job titles without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, or gender identity.
Responsibilities
- Responsible for the assigned shift uptime and process control within the module area, following escalation procedures as needed for support.
- Support operations, engineering, and integration teams in identifying, assigning cause and implementing improvement actions on yield excursions and performance issues.
- Responsible for training and developing direct reports and setting objectives.
- Manage time keeping of all assigned shift engineering and maintenance technicians, responsible for shift schedule and coordinate with Human Resources for appropriate staffing levels.
- Responsible for effective communication levels and foster team building.
- Oversee the responsibilities of engineering and maintenance technicians to manage and dispose properly the hazardous waste generated from routine, troubleshooting/ maintenance jobs performed in the either building.
Requirements
- Required to use hands to grasp, lift, handle, carry or feel objects repetitively on a frequent basis.
- Must be able to comply with all safety standards and procedures.
- Ability to wear personal protective equipment is required (including but not limited to
- Interfaces with other departments and manages timely completion ETA/projects as required.
- No travel is required.
Nice to have
- High school diploma or GED plus 3 years of supervisory experience with 2 years technical work experience in manufacturing, maintenance, or engineering OR
- High school diploma or GED plus 5 years of technical experience at First Solar OR
- Associates or bachelor's degree in engineering, mechanical or electrical field with no experience.
- Experience in vacuum system, thermal, electrical, mechanical, and chemical industrial applications is preferred.
- Managed or participated in continuous improvement projects is preferred.
Skills
- Electrical and Mechanical knowledge are required.
- Knowledge of Vacuum and Thermal systems Wet Chemistry, Programming/Logic and Mechanical operation are desired.
- Knowledge of manufacturing processes, engineering controls, and equipment experience is preferred.
- Excellent process and equipment troubleshooting and structural problem-solving skills.
- Effective communication skills, both written and verbal.
- Excellent organizational, supervisory, decision-making, and planning skills.
- Knowledgeable in structural problem solving and analysis such as 5-Why Analysis, Fishbone diagram and 7-Steps.
- Demonstrate ability to analyze engineering and statistical data, driven corrective/ improvement action accordingly. JMP experience a plus.
- Preferred certified Lean Six Sigma Green belt.
- Good knowledge on EHS/Safety and Quality systems (ISO14001/ ISO9001/ ISO4500/ OSHA)
- Familiarity with Asset Management and Maintenance applications required. Maximo/CMMS, SAP, or Oracle preferred.
Compensation
- $80,700-$115,000
Benefits
- This includes ensuring Environmental Health and Safety requirements are met.
Equal opportunity
- Employer Statement: First Solar is an Equal Opportunity Employer that values and respects the importance of a diverse and inclusive workforce.
- We recognize that diversity and inclusion is a driving force in the success of our company.
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