Supervisor- Technical II USA

First Solar; Kentucky; On-site; USD 62,500 - 89,000; Full time

Job summary

First Solar in Kentucky is seeking a Supervisor to oversee the daily production of Photovoltaic modules. The ideal candidate will have a high school diploma, supervisory experience, and a strong background in electrical and mechanical applications. Responsibilities include ensuring compliance with safety protocols and leading a team to optimize production efficiency. The estimated salary for this position ranges from $62,500 to $89,000 annually, with opportunities for growth within a diverse and inclusive workplace.

Qualifications

• One (1) year First Solar supervisory experience or four (4) years in a manufacturing setting.
• Strong interpersonal and leadership skills.
• Ability to manage production teams effectively.

Responsibilities

• Supervises daily production of photovoltaic modules.
• Conducts Safety Walk and Talks to ensure compliance.
• Leads shift huddles and publishes shift reports.
• Manages training and development of associates.
• Implements continuous improvement activities.

Skills

Electrical experience

Mechanical experience

Chemical industrial applications

Continuous improvement tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft PowerPoint

Decision-making skills

Organizational skills

Leadership skills

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Manufacturing software

Job description

Overview

Job Description

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

Basic Job Functions:

• Supervises the daily production of Photovoltaic modules in accordance with required quality standards and in a cost-efficient manner. Train and mentor Supervisor I associates to maximize their supervisory skills.

Education/Experience

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Candidate must meet one (1) of the three (3) criteria below:
• One (1) year First Solar supervisory experience.
• Four (4) years supervisory experience in a manufacturing production setting, warehouse, textile, agricultural or material inspection capacity.
• Six (6) years supervisory experience + two (2) years of experience in a manufacturing production setting, warehouse, textile, agricultural or material inspection capacity.

Required Skills/Competencies

• Experience in electrical, mechanical, and chemical industrial applications.
• Experience and working knowledge of continuous improvement tools.
• Effective communication and supervisory skills.
• Efficient Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint Skills.
• Proven decision-making skills.
• Solid people skills and a positive, outgoing attitude.
• Excellent organizational and planning skills.
• The ideal candidate should have the ability to think outside the box and to develop unique and timely solutions.
• Experience with vacuum, laser, chemical, metrology, packaging, or thermal systems a plus.

Essential Responsibilities

• Directly supervises the daily production of Photovoltaic modules in accordance with work instructions and control plans.
• Performs Safety Walk and Talks, ensures team compliance with safety protocols, and implements best 5S practices.
• Leads shift huddles providing priorities and task assignment and publishes shift reports.
• Helps with safe execution of engineering tests.
• Logs inventory levels and location.
• Monitors and coordinates Work In Process (WIP) optimization between manufacturing units for each process.
• Maintains product inventory accuracy.
• Lead, manage and participate in continuous improvement activities/teams.
• Train and mentor Supervisor, associates.
• Responsible for controlling costs to maintain budget accuracy.
• Coordinate and maintain records of on-the-job training and compliance training of manufacturing associates. Conduct performance appraisals.
• Identify training opportunities to develop and maintain a highly motivated and capable team.
• Effective use of internal manufacturing software for production tracking.
• Maintain accurate time keeping for manufacturing in ERP system.
• Utilize Theory of Constraints (TOC) methodology to maximize throughput.
• Effectively interfaces with other departments.
• Coordinate with Departments and other supervisors on day-to-day issues.
• Support efforts to consistently exceed customer expectations.
• Evaluate and monitor manufacturing processes ensuring cycle time is being met.
• Responsible for eliminating downtime constraints in assigned area (e.g., find root cause and resolve the issue, effectively utilize support teams to improve quality and production).
• Other duties as assigned.
• Job description subject to change at any time.

Reporting Relationships

• This position reports to the Operations Manager.
• This position will have direct reports.

Travel

• Up to 10% of global travel is expected.

Estimated Salary Range

• $62,500-$89,000 Annually.

US Physical Requirements

• Will sit, stand, or walk short distances for up to 12 hours per day.
• Will climb stairs or steps on a frequent basis.
• Will lift up to 58 pounds on an occasional basis, according to work instruction.
• Will lift up to 37 pounds on a frequent basis.
• Will push or pull up to 50 pounds of force on an occasional basis.
• Will push or pull up to 37 pounds of force on a frequent basis.
• Required to use hands to grasp, lift, handle, carry or feel objects on a frequent basis.
• 20/40 vision in each eye separately and both eyes (with or without correction), the ability to distinguish between red, yellow, and green and peripheral vision >70 degrees is required.
• May reach above shoulder heights and below the waist on a frequent basis.
• May stoop, kneel, or bend, on an occasional basis.
• Must comply with all safety standards and procedures.
• Ability to wear personal protective equipment is required (including, but not limited to: steel-toed shoes, cut-resistant gloves, jackets, aprons &/or arm guards, safety glasses or goggles, hearing protection & respirators) as a condition of employment and continued employment (requires little or no facial hair).

Additional Notes

Potential candidates will meet the education and experience requirements provided on the above job description and excel in completing the listed responsibilities for this role. All candidates receiving an offer of employment must successfully complete a background check and any other tests that may be required.

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.