Supervisor- Technical II USA (B Crew)

Job Description 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. Train and mentor Supervisor I associates to maximize their supervisory skills. Education and Experience High School Diploma or GED required. Candidate must meet one (1) of the three (3) criteria below: One (1) year First Solar supervisory experience. Four (4) years supervisory experience in a manufacturing production setting, warehouse, textile, agricultural or material inspection capacity. Six (6) years supervisory experience + two (2) years of experience in a manufacturing production setting, warehouse, textile, agricultural or material inspection capacity. Required Skills/Competencies Experience in electrical, mechanical, and chemical industrial applications. Experience and working knowledge of continuous improvement tools. Effective communication and supervisory skills. Efficient Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint skills. Proven decision-making skills. Solid people skills and a positive, outgoing attitude. Excellent organizational and planning skills. Ability to think outside the box and develop unique and timely solutions. Knowledge of vacuum systems and laser operations (if assigned to coater area). Essential Responsibilities Directly supervise the daily production of Photovoltaic modules in accordance with required quality standards and in a cost-efficient manner in multiple areas of the plant. Lead, manage and participate in continuous improvement activities/teams. Assume delegate responsibilities for Shift Manager as required. Train and mentor Supervisor I associates. Control costs to maintain budget accuracy. Monitor and coordinate Work In Process (WIP) optimization between manufacturing units for each process. Maintain training matrix in SolarConnect in coordination with Manufacturing Supervisors I and Manufacturing Specialist. Support all safety procedures and good housekeeping standards, including the 5S system. Coordinate on-job training of manufacturing associates. Identify training opportunities to develop and maintain a highly motivated and capable team. Maintain all associate records in SolarConnect. Use internal manufacturing software for production tracking. Maintain accurate time keeping for manufacturing associates in the Kronos system. Maintain product inventory accuracy. Utilize Theory of Constraints (TOC) methodology to maximize throughput. Interface effectively with other departments. Support efforts to consistently exceed customer expectations. Coordinate with Manufacturing Specialist and other supervisors on day-to-day issues. Evaluate and monitor manufacturing processes ensuring cycle time is met. Eliminate downtime constraints in the assigned area (e.g., find root cause and resolve the issue, and utilize support teams to improve quality and production). Monitor and maintain training guides and track training progress of the team. Conduct performance appraisals. Reporting Relationships Reports directly to the Manager, Shift. Travel Up to 10% of global travel is expected. Estimated Salary Range $62,500 - $89,000. US Physical Requirements Will sit, stand, or walk short distances for up to 12 hours per day. Will climb stairs occasionally. Will exert up to 50 pounds of force to lift, push or pull on a seldom basis. Will lift, push, or pull up to 27 pounds 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, is required. Must comply with all safety standards and procedures. May reach above shoulder heights and below the waist on a frequent basis. May stoop, kneel, or bend on an occasional basis. Safety Equipment Ability to wear personal protective equipment is required (including steel-toed shoes, gloves, safety glasses, hearing protection, protective jacket or apron, arm guards). All associates working on the production floor may be required to wear a respirator at any given time; the ability to wear a respirator (no or very little facial hair) is a condition of employment and continued employment. Other Requirements Potential candidates will meet the education and experience requirements and excel in completing the listed responsibilities. 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. #J-18808-Ljbffr First Solar