Manager, Production

T1 Energy Inc.; Rockdale (TX); On-site; USD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

T1 Energy Inc. in Rockdale, Texas is seeking a Production Leader to own end-to-end operations in the G2 solar cell fab. This role involves leading a multi-shift production team, driving continuous improvement, and ensuring production targets are met.

The ideal candidate will have over 10 years of experience in advanced manufacturing, specifically in high-volume environments, and a deep understanding of cell fab processes. Join us in revolutionizing energy manufacturing in America.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience in cell fab, semiconductor, or advanced manufacturing production operations.
• Demonstrated experience running a production line at scale in a high-volume manufacturing environment.
• Deep understanding of cell fab processes, equipment, and yield management.

Responsibilities

• Own end-to-end production operations for the G2 solar cell fab.
• Lead and develop a multi-shift production team.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives across the production floor.

Skills

Production leadership

Data-driven decision making

Team building

Cross-functional collaboration

Process optimization

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering or related field

Tools

Production KPIs

OEE (Overall Equipment Effectiveness)

SPC (Statistical Process Control)

Job description

T1 Energy is bringing solar manufacturing back to the U.S. by building a domestic solar supply chain. Our mission is to invigorate America with scalable, reliable, and low-cost energy. Our fully operational 5GW solar module facility in Wilmer, Texas, can manufacture more than 20,000 modules every 24 hours. By the time you finish reading this paragraph, we will have produced two solar panels that will power American homes and fuel domestic AI. We're focused on building advanced American manufacturing and we're passionate about engineering a better future filled with abundant energy.

What You'll Do

• Own end-to-end production operations for the G2 solar cell fab, driving throughput, yield, and OEE across all lines.
• Lead and develop a multi-shift production team including shift supervisors, line leads, and operators.
• Establish and maintain production schedules, staffing plans, and capacity models aligned with facility output targets.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives to reduce cycle time, improve yield, and eliminate waste across the production floor.
• Partner closely with Process, Equipment, Quality, and EHS teams to maintain a safe, compliant, and high-performing operation.
• Monitor and report key production KPIs to senior leadership, identifying trends and driving corrective actions with urgency.
• Lead root cause analysis and corrective action processes for production excursions and yield losses.
• Support ramp activities including line qualification, operator training, and capacity scaling.
• Build a culture of accountability, safety, and operational excellence from the floor up.

Who You Are

• A proven production leader who has run a cell fab line at scale — you know the rhythm of high-volume manufacturing and how to sustain it.
• Data-driven and operationally sharp, with a track record of hitting output and quality targets under pressure.
• A strong people leader who builds teams that perform consistently, not just when things are easy.
• Comfortable working cross-functionally across engineering, quality, and facilities in a fast-moving environment.
• Direct, accountable, and solution-oriented — you don't wait for problems to find you.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience in cell fab, semiconductor, or advanced manufacturing production operations.
• Demonstrated experience running a production line at scale in a high-volume manufacturing environment.
• Deep understanding of cell fab processes, equipment, and yield management.
• Proven track record leading multi-shift teams in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
• Strong command of production KPIs, OEE, SPC, and continuous improvement methodologies.
• Experience supporting new facility ramp or capacity expansion is a strong plus.
• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Manufacturing, or a related field preferred.

T1 Energy is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees and applicants and do not discriminate on the basis of any legally protected characteristics.