Production Manager

At CS Power Systems, we're on a mission to transform lives by delivering clean, solar-powered electricity to millions worldwide—and we're just getting started. As a cutting-edge division of Canadian Solar, a global leader founded in 2001, we stand at the forefront of manufacturing high-performance solar panels, inverters, and advanced energy storage solutions. In this fast-growing, high-impact industry, our deep commitment to sustainability drives everything we do, creating innovative technologies that power a brighter, greener future. Across Canadian Solar's powerful ecosystem—including CS Power Systems, CSPowerTech, e-STORAGE, Recurrent Energy, MSS, and CSI Solar—we're deeply invested in our people's success. If you're passionate about renewable energy and want to "Make the Difference" by building a lasting positive impact on the planet and communities everywhere, join us at CS Power Systems—where your talent can help shape the clean energy revolution. Position Title: Production Manager Department: MFG Operation Entity: PVJC Reports To: MFG Director Location: Jeffersonville Position Summary Direct and scale daily manufacturing operations for a world-class 5 GW annual capacity photovoltaic (PV) cell production plant. We require a proactive problem solver, not a problem identifier. This high-volume, giga-scale facility requires an expert in automation, high-yield optimization, and large-scale workforce synchronization to deliver over 2.8 million high-efficiency cells daily. Primary Responsibilities Drive 24/7 manufacturing operations to consistently exceed the daily target for good quality and reliable solar cells. Direct a 458-member high-performing team, including 400 operators, 50 indirect labor (engineers/technicians), and 8 production supervisors. Oversee production and BOM scheduling and line balancing to maximize overall equipment effectiveness (OEE), eliminate bottlenecks, practice lean manufacturing, and drive continuous improvement; Kaizen and other initiatives to reduce cost. Maintain strict quality management systems (QMS) to maximize cell conversion efficiency, minimize non-compliance cells, and increase first-pass yield. Enforce world-class environmental, health, and safety (EHS) standards to maintain a zero-incident culture across all shifts and adapt to various cultures. Qualifications & Experience Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (Chemical, Mechanical, Electrical, Electronics), Materials Science, or Industrial Engineering Management. 10+ years in semiconductor, electronics, or automated manufacturing management, with a strong preference for 5+ years in PV cell fabrication. Deep knowledge of PV cell architecture (e.g., PERC, TOPCon, HJT), inline metrology, automation, and processes such as chemical/thermal deposition, printing, etc. Certified or highly proficient in lean manufacturing, Six Sigma (green/black belt), root cause analysis (8D), and SPC tracking. Strong leadership experience managing large, multi-shift, multi-culture workforce matrices, developing supervisory talent, and managing high-stress change environments. Working Conditions Cleanroom environment: Frequent, extended presence on the highly automated production floor, requiring strict adherence to controlled environment protocols. Dynamic environment: Time split between strategic office planning and active, hands-on management on the highly automated cleanroom/production floor. Industrial scale: Exposure to automation, chemical/gases handling zones, and thermal processing environments requiring appropriate PPE. Compensation and Benefits Canadian Solar offers a competitive salary plus fully comprehensive benefits and performance bonus package based on an annual objective achievement. Our generous benefits package includes a 401(k) retirement plan, medical/dental/life/disability program, and PTO. This is a full-time position. Canadian Solar Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE). Qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, disability, or veteran status. #J-18808-Ljbffr