Job Description
Basic Job Functions:
- Is responsible at a plant level for ensuring their crews have maximized capacity utilization, proper prioritization of key support to constraints, informed teams on deviation with actions for Yield and Efficiency issues, and that compliance to standards are maintained.
- Leads a team of plant Operation Integrators & Industrial Engineers, and Crew TOC/Operations Command Center Specialists to timely monitor and manage day to day operations to meet the key indicators in terms of Module Efficiency, Module Wattage, Yields, WIP, Cost, Throughputs & FG closure.
- Acts as an area expert concerning operation integration and constraint management related issues to facilitate teamwork and continuous improvement to management and the workforce.
- Partners with stakeholders from semiconductor and module area to ensure the successful daily executions for achieving Site Plants Operational Metrics.
- Deploys and provide leadership for continuous improvements, including leading/participating in global alignment activities.
- Establishes and invest in training and development of people/upskills associates, technical competencies and standardize training programs for all plants.
- Ensures that new products and processes are introduced flawlessly, and the designs are capable of being manufactured to meet the organizations objectives.
- This position also serves as the key back-up to the Operation Integration Manager when not available.
- Bachelors in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Physics, Material Engineering or technical degree in a related engineering field required.
- Masters degree in Engineering preferred.
- Minimum 5 years in managerial roles experience and 8 years of Manufacturing experience especially in Industrial Engineering and Constraint Theory.
- Working knowledge of budgets and financial statements.
- Strong background with manufacturing methods and process improvement.
- Ability to work with minimal supervision from Senior Manager.
- Safety First Mentality.
- Proven ability to effectively lead a team of technical individuals.
- Excellent understanding of computer applications.
- Proven ability to train and develop associates.
- Proven Employee Relations Skills and Knowledge of Human Resources Practices.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills as well as experience with cross-functional coordination required.
- Demonstrated record of quality, cycle time and cost improvements using TOC, lean manufacturing, and kaizen concepts.
- Technical competency with proven ability to work with and advise engineers on technical matters.
- Solid knowledge of inventory management and control.
- Knowledge of manufacturing equipment and processes.
- Ability to analyze and solve problems effectively.
- Behavioral:
- Communicates clearly and effectively, both orally and in writing with all levels of the organization.
- Provides leadership and training to accomplish First Solar goals and objectives.
- Attracts, challenges, and develops people of diverse backgrounds and experiences.
- Technical:
- Excellent communication and presentation skills.
- Proven computer skills.
- Excellent organizational and managerial skills.
- Excellent employee relations and interpersonal skills.
- Excellent time management skills.
- Directs and integrates factory operations to meet and exceed factory metrics in terms of Module Efficiency, Module Wattage, Yields, WIP, Cost, Throughputs & FG closure.
- Supports the planning and coordination of all photovoltaic (module) manufacturing and engineering activities according to required quality standards.
- Translates the manufacturing integration strategy to clearly define operational plan and utilize the Factory KPIs as a measuring tool for factory performance.
- Supports a working environment where employees embrace change to deliver improved performance.
- Inspires the team to achieve excellent results, ensure motivational level remains high and encourage team to participate in the success of the business.
- Ensures the team is properly trained and developed through structured plans. Provides coaching and support to the team in dealing with any potential issues.
- Applies TOC (Theory of Constraints) methodology to improve productivity. Analyzes and elevate constraints in the shift and drive productivity in the shift and focus on continuous improvements on productivity.
- Provides excellent leadership by example to the shop floor to everyone in plant, acting with integrity and ensuring that the company values are being always promoted.
- Is responsible for manpower planning, human productivity improvement, elimination of waste, quality, and safety compliance.
- Provides resources & technical leadership to NPI/HSRT teams to Plant Start-Up or new products launch to meet/beat project schedule.
- Ensures that new products, processes, and technologies are introduced, and the designs are capable of being manufactured to meet the organizations objectives.
- Conducts performance appraisal, provides feedback, and create succession plan for key associates.
- Engages, Recognize and Reward associates. Supervises and motivates a team of associates creating a culture of personal responsibility and continuous improvement.
- Is responsible for effective communications levels and fosters team building.
- Other duties as assigned.
- Job description subject to change at any time.
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- This position reports to the Head – Site Integration.
- This position will have direct reports.
- Up to 10% of global travel is expected.
- Estimated Salary Range (HR will complete this portion)
Manufacturing & Maintenance Physical Requirements:
- Will sit, stand or walk short distances for up to 12 hours per day.
- Will climb stairs on an occasional basis.
- 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.
- Will lift up to 51 pounds on an occasional basis, according to work instructions.
- 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, is required.
- Must be able to 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.
- Ability to wear personal protective equipment is required (including but not limited to; steel toed shoes, gloves, safety glasses, hearing protection, protective jacket or apron and arm guards).
- All associates working on the production floor may be required to wear a respirator at any given time and thus, the ability to wear a respirator is a condition of employment and continued employment (requires little or no facial hair).
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 are a driving force in the success of our company.
Skills
OperationsFactory OperationsLean ManufacturingMaintenanceProductionInventoryIf an employer asks you to pay any kind of fee, please notify us immediately. Jobaaj does not charge any fee from the applicants and we do not allow other companies also to do so.
About Company
Like the ancient Egyptians who worshiped Ra, First Solar looks to the sun for rising fortunes. The company manufactures photovoltaic (PV) modules for converting sunlight into electricity. Using a thin-film semiconductor process, a piece of glass is transformed into a complete solar module in less than three hours. The technology is cheaper and produces more electricity under real-world conditions than conventional solar panels with similar power ratings. Founded in Ohio, more than 90% of its sales come from outside the US, primarily from solar project developers and system integrators in France, Germany, Italy, and Spain. First Solar also provides solar power plant project development services.
Important dates & deadlines?
Application Deadline
23 Jun 26, 04:02 PM IST
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