Sr. Production Engineer (Module)

Responsibilities

• Work closely with production management in both ongoing reporting, as well as in the development of analytical tools to enhance production volume and profitability.
• Identify production issues, analyze root causes and drive resolutions.
• Work with Production Manager in budget analysis and preparation; development of operating goals for productivity, quality and safety.
• Compile and analyze company data and create reports for management’s review.
• Provide production line support including, but not limited to, implementing process improvements, troubleshooting equipment, and addressing operator inquiries.
• Utilize LEAN, Six Sigma, and other best practice tools and principles for day-to-day problem solving and continuous improvement.
• Lead the implementation of new manufacturing initiatives, including strategic resource allocation and applying good manufacturing principles, organization structure, leadership, sourcing and integration, production systems and techniques for improved efficiencies and adherence to best practice.
• Keep records, manage direct and indirect labor costs, coordinate with other departments to ensure material availability, staffing, capacity, machine availability and profitability.
• Analyze statistical trends to develop KPIs with internal partners to set performance benchmarking.
• Create mechanisms to improve production and streamline workflow.
• Identify and develop new reporting methods, templates, and tools to drive improvement across all business areas.
• Adhere to the policies and procedures of Hanwha Q Cells.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering or related field.
• 5+ years of related experience.
• Fluency in Korean strongly preferred.
• Impeccable math and analytic skills.
• Must be comfortable with integrating new technology into an existing business environment.
• Strong data analysis, data verification, problem-solving abilities.
• Advanced knowledge with Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Power Point).
• Able to prioritize and execute tasks in a high-pressure environment.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing, Continuous Improvement, 5S, Lean/Six Sigma.
• Advanced proficiency in using ERP/MES systems.
• Able to stand and walk the production area throughout the workday.
• Able to lift to 50 pounds without restriction.
• Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer.

Preferred Qualifications

• Ability to filter “Big Data” and interpret for data driven decision making.
• Extensive experience implementing new programs and data systems.
• Ability to utilize abstract reasoning techniques to build reporting logic and establish creative solutions to new problems.
• The ability to work with ambiguous data sets and information, using people skills and intuition to navigate solutions.
• Ability to learn various software applications required for quality and performance reporting and analysis.