Supervisor- Manufacturing I Usa

First Solar reserves the right to offer you a role most applicable to your experience and skillset.

Basic Job Functions:

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

Education/Experience:

• Two (2) years supervisory experience in a manufacturing production setting, warehouse, textile, agricultural or material inspection capacity.
• High School Diploma or GED required.
• First Solar Supervisor/Temporary Supervisor experience.
• Four (4) years supervisory experience + two (2) years of experience in a manufacturing production setting, warehouse, textile, agricultural or material inspection capacity.
• First Solar Team Lead /Temporary Team Lead experience.
• Two (2) years supervisory experience + six (6) months of First Solar experience.
• Candidate must meet one (1) of the six (6) criteria below:
  • First Solar Supervisor/Temporary Supervisor experience.
  • First Solar Team Lead /Temporary Team Lead experience.
  • Two (2) years supervisory experience in a manufacturing production setting, warehouse, textile, agricultural or material inspection capacity.
  • Two (2) years supervisory experience + six (6) months of First Solar experience.
  • Four (4) years supervisory experience + two (2) years of experience in a manufacturing production setting, warehouse, textile, agricultural or material inspection capacity.

Required Skills/Competencies:

• Effective communication and supervisory skills.
• If assigned to coater area: knowledge of vacuum systems and laser operations.
• Excellent organizational and planning skills.
• The ideal candidate should have the ability to think outside the box and to develop unique and timely solutions.
• Solid people skills and a positive, outgoing attitude.
• Proven decision-making skills.
• Proficient use of all Microsoft Office suite programs.

Essential Responsibilities:

• Utilizes Theory of Constraints (TOC) methodology to maximize throughput.
• Participates in continuous improvement activities/teams.
• Directly supervises the daily production of Photovoltaic modules in accordance with required quality standards and in a cost-efficient manner in at least one specific area of the plant.
• Effectively interfaces with other departments.
• Maintains accurate time keeping for manufacturing associates in the timekeeping system.
• Evaluates and monitors manufacturing processes ensuring cycle time is being met.
• Job description subject to change at any time.
• Monitors and maintains training guides.
• Coordinates with Manufacturing Specialist and other supervisors on day-to-day issues.
• Identifies training opportunities to develop and maintain a highly motivated and capable team.
• Supports all safety procedures and good housekeeping standards, including our 5S system.
• Is responsible for eliminating downtime constraints in assigned area (eg: finds root cause and resolves the issue, effectively utilizes support teams to improve quality and production).
• Coordinates on-the-job training of manufacturing associates.
• Tracks training progress of team.
• Supports efforts to consistently exceed customer expectations.
• Other duties as assigned.
• Effectively uses internal manufacturing software for production tracking.
• Conducts performance appraisals.
• Maintains all associate records in appropriate systems.
• Maintains product inventory accuracy.

Reporting Relationships:

• This position will have direct reports.
• This position reports to the Shift Manager.

Travel:

• Up to 10% travel may be required.

Estimated Salary Range:

• Estimated Salary Range $51,200-$73,000 annually.

US Physical Requirements:

Manufacturing & Maintenance Physical Requirements:

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

Potential candidates will meet the education and experience requirements provided on the above job description and excel in completing the listed responsibilities for this role. All candidates receiving an offer of employment must successfully complete a background check and any other tests that may be required.

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.