Manager- Engineering Manufacturing USA

First Solar; Kentucky; On-site; USD 131,200 - 187,000; Full time

Job summary

First Solar is looking for a Senior Manager in Manufacturing Engineering based in Kentucky. This role involves managing the Plant Manufacturing Submodule and leading process improvement projects. Candidates must have at least eight years of engineering experience and demonstrate strong managerial skills.

A Bachelor's degree in Engineering is required, with a Master's degree preferred. The estimated salary range for this position is $131,200 to $187,000 annually.

Qualifications

• Eight or more years of experience in engineering in a manufacturing environment.
• Demonstrated ability to manage and motivate teams.
• Proficient understanding of continuous improvement tools and engineering practices.

Responsibilities

• Manage manufacturing teams to achieve production goals.
• Oversee development and documentation of manufacturing processes.
• Ensure compliance with safety and environmental procedures.

Skills

Organizational and Managerial Skills

Problem-solving Skills

Data Handling Skills

Excellent Communication Skills

Photovoltaic Experience

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Engineering

Master's Degree in Specialty Area

Job description

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

Basic Job Functions

Manages the Plant Manufacturing Submodule and Finishing Engineering Department. Leads process improvement projects required in the manufacturing areas of the plant. Implements team building efforts in order to reach established goals and objectives.

Education/Experience

• Eight or more years’ experience in engineering in a manufacturing environment with demonstrated ability to manage others successfully and to be able to motivate them to accomplish objectives and gain desired results.
• Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering disciplines or the equivalent.
• Master’s degree in specialty area highly desired.

Behavioral

• Refer to "Senior Manager/Executive" competencies.

Technical

• Proven Organizational and Managerial Skills.
• Proven understanding of continuous improvement/quality tools, Robust Engineering/Design of experiments, SPC 6 Sigma and FMEA.
• Proven problem-solving skills.
• Possess excellent data handling skills.
• Excellent understanding of computer applications.
• Excellent understanding of Engineering Techniques and Practices.
• Photovoltaic experience a must.
• Good communications skills.
• Responsible to manage the development, continuous improvement and documentation of Robust Solar Module manufacturing processes in a cost efficient manner.
• Responsible to oversee the handling of module data regarding module reliability, conversion efficiency and manufacturing yield.
• Responsible to interface with manufacturing to reduce material and labor content while meeting production schedules.
• Assists in the development of the department and project budgets (including cost projections) and ensures adherence to the same.
• Presents project and program status reports.
• Interfaces with other Company and Customer Representatives as required.
• Ensures adherence to all safety and environmental procedures and housekeeping standards.
• Responsible for effective communication levels and fosters team building.
• Mentors and coaches engineers.
• Ensure waste materials are discarded in their designated containers.
• Ensure hazardous waste containers stay closed except when adding or removing waste.
• Ensure satellite accumulation containers stay in their designated locations.

Reporting Relationships

• This position reports to the Sr. Manager – Manufacturing
• This position works directly with plant peer Manufacturing Managers
• This position has 812 direct reports and approximately 50 2nd level reports.

Travel

• 1% (domestic and/or international)

Estimated Salary Range

• $131,200-187,000 annual

US Physical Requirements

• Will sit, stand, or walk short distances for up to the entire duration of a shift.
• Will climb stairs on an occasional basis.
• Will lift, push, or pull up to 27 pounds on an occasional basis.
• Required to use hands to grasp, lift, handle, carry or feel objects 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 is a driving force in the success of our company.