Evening Tool & Process Lead — Manufacturing

First Solar; Perrysburg (OH); On-site; USD 69,000 - 98,000; Full time

Job summary

First Solar is seeking a shift supervisor to lead DE technicians in the repair and process control of CHT tools, focusing on Safety, Quality, Yield, and Throughput. The role is an evening shift from 6:00 PM to 6:00 AM with rotating days.

Candidates should have supervisory and technical manufacturing experience, and familiarity with vacuum, thermal, and electrical systems. Responsibilities include directing a team, enforcing procedures, and driving continuous improvement while maintaining

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED with supervisory/technical experience.
• Experience leading a 3-5 person crew and troubleshooting equipment.

Responsibilities

• Adhere to safety and 5S; maintain shift uptime and process control.
• Supervise on-site service, troubleshoot and repair HPVD/submodule equipment.
• Plan and supervise daily work assignments for development engineering technicians.

Skills

Electrical knowledge

Mechanical knowledge

Leadership

Troubleshooting

Communication

Safety awareness

SPC/5-Why/7-Tools

Data analysis (JMP)

MS Office

Education

High school diploma + 3 years supervisory + 2 years technical

Associate or bachelor’s in engineering/mechanical/electrical (no experience)

Experience in vacuum/thermal/laser/electrical/mechanical/chemical applications

Tools

Maximo/CMMS

SAP

Oracle

JMP

Job description

First Solar is seeking a shift supervisor to lead DE technicians in the repair and process control of CHT tools, focusing on Safety, Quality, Yield, and Throughput. The role is an evening shift from 6:00 PM to 6:00 AM with rotating days.

Candidates should have supervisory and technical manufacturing experience, and familiarity with vacuum, thermal, and electrical systems. Responsibilities include directing a team, enforcing procedures, and driving continuous improvement while maintaining