First Solar

First Solar

Team Lead- Production (B Crew/ PM Shift)

New Iberia, LA, United States

Sponsorship not specifiedDetected 5 days ago
Data AnalysisExcelLeadershipCommunicationCollaborationProblem SolvingRenewable Energy

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Entry-level history0
PERM / green-card track0
Lottery odds40
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About the role

  • The position is for Associates aspiring to utilize their skills to help other Associates be successful in their training and in fulfilling their job responsibilities.
  • Reporting Relationships: • No 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.

Responsibilities

  • Safely operate and maintain tools and equipment to meet acceptable quality and productivity levels.
  • Provide on-the-job training or coordinate with others to train team members and validate successful completion.
  • Perform assigned job duties in accordance with training and direction provided by supervisor.
  • Monitor process data (including use of SPC) & make decisions based on procedures to maintain process control.
  • Collaborate with cross functional teams on problem solving.

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
  • All candidates receiving an offer of employment must successfully complete a background check and any other tests that may be required.
  • Complete their training in the required timeframe.
  • Must be able to lead their team on job assignments and support them on resolving issues.
  • Perform maintenance on equipment, in the required time, with hand tools and instrumentation.
  • Operate forklift with proper training and certification (when required)
  • No regular travel is required beyond the First Solar Ohio Factories.

Skills

  • Safety First mindset
  • Maintain a high standard of Quality.
  • Good troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.
  • Math skills appropriate to understand and apply Statistical Process Control (SPC) concepts.
  • Able to foster teamwork through collaboration with peers, leadership, and other functional groups.
  • Able to lead teams and provide on-the-job training.
  • Effective communication (oral and written) 1:1 and in-group setting with peers and leadership.
  • Fundamental knowledge to work with different computer applications.
  • Interface with Machine Control Panels
  • Ability to use mobile systems, communication devices, and simple tool interfaces.
  • Ability to use simple hand tools and measurement tools.
  • Work in a large area of manufacturing space, often without line-of-site to direct supervision

Compensation

  • Estimated Salary Range:

Company info

  • Lead- Production is a combination of the Production Technician (level III) and Team Leader role within production operations.
  • The position is for existing experienced First Solar Associates with a sound technical competence and demonstrated ability to collaborate and lead others.
  • A Production Team Lead is considered a good step toward potentially becoming a Production Supervisor.
  • In the role a Team Lead will at times fulfil supervisory level responsibilities and will be required to carry a company provided communication device.
  • Team leads may also be required to participant in training during off crew days.
  • The position retains the responsibilities found with Production Tech II level positions (Safe operation of equipment, manage material and processes, perform maintenance, quality control, data analytics and problem solving) all in order to manufacture high-quality, photovoltaic solar modules at the required rate.
  • Education/Experience:
  • High School Diploma or GED
  • o Preference for Associates degree or certificates in a technical discipline
  • Internal experience:
  • o 6 months experience as at least a Production Technician I in any of the production area Front to Back End
  • Production Supervisor recommendation is required.
  • o External experience:
  • 1-year previous Team Lead or Supervisory experience
  • Required Skills/Competencies:
  • Perform mechanical maintenance activities utilizing hand tools and measurement devices.
  • Must be able to obtain/maintain forklift certification and/or walk behind forklift certification, if requested.

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.
  • We recognize that diversity and inclusion is a driving force in the success of our company.
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