Supervisor- Technical I USA (Crew B)

About the Role

Supervises the daily production of Photovoltaic modules in accordance with required quality standards and in a cost-efficient manner.

Qualifications

High School Diploma or GED required. Candidate must meet one of the following criteria:

• First Solar Supervisor/Temporary Supervisor experience
• First Solar Team Lead/Temporary Team Lead experience
• First Solar Production Technician II or Coater Technician II experience
• Two years supervisory experience in a manufacturing production setting, warehouse, textile, agricultural, or material inspection capacity
• Two years supervisory experience plus six months of First Solar experience
• Four years supervisory experience plus two years of experience in a manufacturing production setting, warehouse, textile, agricultural, or material inspection capacity

Skills

• Effective communication and supervisory skills
• Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
• Proven decision-making skills
• Strong interpersonal and people skills with a positive, outgoing attitude
• Excellent organizational and planning skills
• Ability to think creatively and develop unique, timely solutions
• If assigned to coater area: knowledge of vacuum systems and laser operations

Responsibilities

• Support all safety procedures and good housekeeping standards, including the 5S system
• Directly supervise daily production of Photovoltaic modules to meet quality and cost-efficiency standards
• Coordinate on-the-job training of manufacturing associates
• Identify training opportunities to develop and maintain a highly motivated and capable team
• Maintain associate records in Solar Connect
• Use internal manufacturing software for production tracking
• Maintain accurate timekeeping for manufacturing associates in the Kronos system
• Ensure product inventory accuracy
• Utilize Theory of Constraints (TOC) methodology to maximize throughput
• Participate in continuous improvement activities and teams
• Interface effectively with other departments to exceed customer expectations
• Coordinate with Manufacturing Specialists and other supervisors on day-to-day issues
• Evaluate and monitor manufacturing processes to ensure cycle time is met
• Eliminate downtime constraints in assigned area by identifying root causes and resolving issues
• Monitor and maintain training guides and track team training progress
• Conduct performance appraisals
• Perform other duties as assigned

Pay

Estimated salary range: $56,100 - $80,000 USD.

Physical Requirements

• Will sit, stand, or walk short distances for up to 12 hours per day
• Will climb stairs on a frequent basis
• Will lift up to 58 pounds on an occasional basis
• Will lift up to 37 pounds on a frequent basis
• Will push or pull up to 27 pounds of force on an occasional basis
• Will push or pull up to 10 pounds of force on a frequent basis
• Required to use hands to grasp, lift, handle, carry, or feel objects repetitively on a frequent basis
• 20/40 vision in each eye (with or without correction) and ability to distinguish between red, yellow, and green
• May reach above shoulder heights and below the waist on a frequent basis
• May stoop, kneel, or bend on an occasional basis
• Must comply with all safety standards and procedures
• Ability to wear personal protective equipment (e.g., steel-toed shoes, cut-resistant gloves, jackets, aprons, arm guards, safety glasses, hearing protection)

Reporting relationships: This position will have direct reports. Travel required: 5% - 10%.