Solar Manufacturing Ops Leader - Lean and Efficiency

SC Works; Greenwood (SC); Hybrid; USD 30,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

SC Works in Greenwood, SC is seeking a General and Operations Manager to lead solar manufacturing operations onsite. The role emphasizes safety, quality, cost control, and on-time delivery, with a focus on continuous improvement and LEAN initiatives.

Ten years of experience in manufacturing leadership is expected, with a BS in a related engineering field. The position is full-time, permanent, and requires managing multiple managers, coordinating planning, budgeting, and performance metrics to

Qualifications

• BS in Electronics, Industrial, or Manufacturing Engineering or equivalent.
• 10 years experience in manufacturing operations or as Operations Director in solar manufacturing.

Responsibilities

• Manage and supervise the manufacture of solar cell products to meet safety, quality, cost, and delivery standards with optimal efficiency.
• Define and recommend objectives for manufacturing operations.
• Develop short and long-term plans to drive continuous improvement.
• Develop the manufacturing plan and establish procedures for manufacturing operations.
• Direct and monitor department managers to accomplish goals of the manufacturing plan.
• Initiate procedures to conserve material and eliminate waste through LEAN.
• Direct engineering activities, yield and efficiency improvement, and maintenance programs to achieve targets.
• Ensure facilities and equipment are safe and protected against loss or damage.
• Coordinate safety programs with EHS and regulatory/compliance requirements; prepare monthly forecasts and budgets.
• Complete and review daily, weekly, and monthly operating metric reports.
• Authorize recruitment and termination of personnel in line with policies and regulations.
• Plan utilization targets to maximize manpower and facilities efficiency.
• Review production plans for demand continuity and goal alignment.
• Coordinate and monitor compliance with customer and company product specifications and standards.

Education

BS in Electronics or Industrial or Manufacturing Engineering or equivalent

Job description

SC Works in Greenwood, SC is seeking a General and Operations Manager to lead solar manufacturing operations onsite. The role emphasizes safety, quality, cost control, and on-time delivery, with a focus on continuous improvement and LEAN initiatives.

Ten years of experience in manufacturing leadership is expected, with a BS in a related engineering field. The position is full-time, permanent, and requires managing multiple managers, coordinating planning, budgeting, and performance metrics to