Lead- Technical Group Module (D Crew/PM Shift)

First Solar (US)•New Iberia, LA

5d•Onsite

About The Position

Supervises and leads assigned shift engineering and shift maintenance technicians in the repair and process control of module equipment to meet shift goals in terms of Safety, Quality, Yield, and Throughput, in a cost-efficient manner.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED plus 3 years of supervisory experience with 2 years technical work experience in manufacturing, maintenance, or engineering OR
High school diploma or GED plus 5 years of technical experience at First Solar OR
Associate or bachelor’s degree in engineering, mechanical or electrical field with no experience.
Electrical and Mechanical knowledge are required.
Excellent process and equipment troubleshooting and structural problem-solving skills.
Effective communication skills, both written and verbal.
Possess strong leadership, interpersonal skills, analytic skills, and ability to lead a flexible workforce.
Excellent organizational, supervisory, decision-making, and planning skills.
Proven ability to manage production associates effectively in terms of leading, supervising, coaching, training, and developing direct reports.
Knowledgeable in structural problem solving and analysis such as 5-Why Analysis, Fishbone diagram and 7-Steps.
Understands and can apply Statistical Data Analysis and Statistical Process Control (SPC), structural problem- solving tools (such as DMAIC).
Demonstrate ability to analyze engineering and statistical data, driven corrective/ improvement action accordingly. JMP experience a plus.
Good knowledge on EHS/Safety and Quality systems (ISO14001/ ISO9001/ ISO4500/ OSHA)
Familiarity with Asset Management and Maintenance applications required. Maximo/CMMS, SAP, or Oracle preferred.
Basic knowledge to work with different computer/ devices applications e.g., Mobile systems, Communication devices, Interface with Machine Control Panels and HMI interface.
Experience with LOTO procedures, Mechanical and Electrical and stored energy hazards with good awareness of Control of Hazardous Energies.
Proficient use of all Microsoft Office suite programs and analysis software.
Ability to work with minimal supervision.

Nice To Haves

Experience in vacuum system, thermal, electrical, mechanical, and chemical industrial applications is preferred.
Managed or participated in continuous improvement projects is preferred.
Knowledge of Vacuum and Thermal systems Wet Chemistry, Programming/Logic and Mechanical operation are desired.
Knowledge of manufacturing processes, engineering controls, and equipment experience is preferred.
Preferred certified Lean Six Sigma Green belt.

Responsibilities

Adheres to all safety procedures and good housekeeping standards, including our 5S system.
Responsible for the assigned shift uptime and process control within the module area, following escalation procedures as needed for support.
Supervises on-site service, trouble shooting and repairing of module process equipment and ensure good return-to-production (RTP) buy off prior to production run.
Act a 1st level of escalation for module tools (process and repair)
Plans and supervises the scheduling of daily work assignments of all engineering and maintenance technicians assigned to module area on respective shift.
Assures the process of record is executed and production readiness is maintained with production and process technical objectives and events are met.
Ensures the module activities (process monitoring, tool PM’s, area walk through, 5S, etc) are performed effectively with the highest level of quality.
Ensure all module processes are running on target as defined by the Process Control Plan.
Support operations, engineering, and integration teams in identifying, assigning cause and implementing improvement actions on yield excursions and performance issues.
Ensure team is responding to SPC alarms and bring processes back into control.
Provides direction to shift engineering, shift maintenance, onsite contractors, and vendors to ensure and enforce First Solar’s standards and policies. This includes ensuring Environmental Health and Safety requirements are met.
Responsible for communicating systems and policies to direct reports.
Responsible for working with the appropriate departments to handle employee relations issues.
Responsible for training and developing direct reports and setting objectives.
Coordinate production startups, shutdowns, and changeovers within module area.
Effective use of internal application software for process and maintenance tracking.
Interfaces with other departments and manages timely completion ETA/projects as required.
Utilizes structural problem-solving methodology to troubleshoot issues.
Responsible for maintenance system compliance including closing out work orders, handheld scanner compliance, job plan audits and keeping track of process tool correct E10 status.
Manage time keeping of all assigned shift engineering and maintenance technicians, responsible for shift schedule and coordinate with Human Resources for appropriate staffing levels.
Responsible for handling disciplinary actions with the associate involved.
Responsible for effective communication levels and foster team building.
Oversee the responsibilities of engineering and maintenance technicians to manage and dispose properly the hazardous waste generated from routine, troubleshooting/ maintenance jobs performed in the either building.
Other duties as assigned.