Production Team Lead, Solar Module Ops

First Solar Inc.; Gaffney, Northern (SC, KY); Hybrid; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

First Solar Inc. in Gaffney, SC is hiring a Team Lead- Production to supervise and mentor production technicians, maintain safe equipment operation, and achieve quality and throughput targets.

The role blends hands-on manufacturing with people leadership, requiring strong problem solving, clear communication, and the ability to train others. It reports to the Manufacturing Supervisor and offers opportunities for growth toward supervision.

Qualifications

• Education preferred in technical discipline as indicated.
• Internal experience as a Production Technician I plus Supervisor recommendation.
• External Team Lead or Supervisory experience is valued.
• Safety mindset and quality focus are essential.

Responsibilities

• Lead and mentor production technicians on shift.
• Ensure safe operation of equipment and adherence to quality standards.
• Collaborate with peers and leadership to resolve issues and train team members.
• Monitor process data and support continuous improvement initiatives.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Troubleshooting

Problem Solving

Education

Associates degree or technical certificate preferred

6 months as Production Technician I (internal)

1-year Team Lead or Supervisory experience (external)

Tools

Forklift certification

Job description

First Solar Inc. in Gaffney, SC is hiring a Team Lead- Production to supervise and mentor production technicians, maintain safe equipment operation, and achieve quality and throughput targets.

The role blends hands-on manufacturing with people leadership, requiring strong problem solving, clear communication, and the ability to train others. It reports to the Manufacturing Supervisor and offers opportunities for growth toward supervision.