Manager- Maintenance Plant USA

First Solar; United States; Remote; USD 97,000 - 139,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company as a Maintenance Manager, where you will oversee maintenance operations and lead improvements across facilities. This role demands a blend of technical expertise and leadership, focusing on equipment reliability and process enhancements. With responsibilities spanning from developing plans for new technologies to ensuring compliance with safety standards, your impact will be felt globally. If you thrive in dynamic environments and are passionate about driving excellence in maintenance operations, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• 10 years of maintenance experience with leadership skills.
• Knowledge of electrical, mechanical, and vacuum systems.

Responsibilities

• Oversee maintenance operations and direct activities to meet objectives.
• Lead maintenance system improvements requiring international travel.

Skills

Electrical Systems Knowledge

Mechanical Systems Knowledge

Vacuum Systems Knowledge

Laser Operations Knowledge

Excellent Computer Skills

LOTO and 70E Electrical Safety Standards

Organizational Skills

Supervisory Skills

Building Codes Knowledge

Manufacturing Processes Understanding

Communication Skills

Problem-Solving Skills

CMMS Experience

MAXIMO Knowledge

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering

2-Year Technical Degree

Tools

CMMS

MAXIMO

Job description

Job Description

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

Basic Job Functions:

Responsible for overseeing maintenance operations, directing maintenance activities to meet plant objectives, and acting as an Advisor and Coach to facilitate teamwork and continuous improvement worldwide.

Education/Experience:

• Preferred Bachelor’s or 2-year Technical degree in engineering, mechanical, or electrical fields.
• 10 years of Maintenance experience.
• 8-10 years of leadership experience.

Required Skills/Competencies:

• Knowledge of Electrical, Mechanical, Vacuum Systems, and Laser operations.
• Excellent computer skills.
• Working knowledge of LOTO and 70E electrical safety standards.
• Proven organizational and supervisory skills.
• Knowledge of building codes.
• Understanding of manufacturing processes and equipment.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Problem-solving skills.
• Experience with maintenance and spare part scheduling systems (CMMS), knowledge of MAXIMO is a plus.

Essential Responsibilities:

• Maintain facility performance standards, maximize equipment reliability, and utilize process tools.
• Lead maintenance system improvements at satellite facilities, requiring 25-50% international travel.
• Focus on equipment reliability and implement process enhancements.
• Develop plans for new technology and capital projects.
• Use visual factory concepts to maximize asset utilization.
• Spend time on the plant floor developing personnel and ensuring troubleshooting and repair skills.
• Track manufacturing and warehouse metrics, prioritize opportunities, and set objectives.
• Ensure equipment availability, manpower planning, waste elimination, and safety compliance.
• Manage P&L responsibilities over relevant cost centers.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Reporting Relationships:

• Direct reports expected.

Travel:

• 10-20% travel required.

Estimated Salary Range:

• $97,500 - $139,000 annually.

Physical Requirements:

• Sitting, standing, or walking for up to 12 hours daily.
• Frequent stair climbing.
• Lifting up to 58 pounds occasionally, 37 pounds frequently.
• Pushing/pulling up to 27 pounds occasionally, 10 pounds frequently.
• Repetitive hand use.
• Vision requirements and ability to distinguish colors.
• Ability to reach, stoop, kneel, or bend as needed.
• Compliance with safety standards and PPE use.

Candidates must meet education and experience requirements, and pass background and other tests as required.

Equal Opportunity Employer: First Solar values diversity and inclusion, recruiting without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, or gender identity.