Lead- Warehouse Operations and Materials USA

First Solar (US)

76d • $78,600 - $112,000

About The Position

The work location for this position is to be determined and will be communicated at the time of offer. Candidates must be willing to relocate to any First Solar location. Relocation assistance may be provided where applicable. First Solar reserves the right to offer you a role most applicable to your experience and skillset.

Requirements

• Associate degree in supply chain/Logistics/Transportation or Business-related field and five (5) or more years of related supervisory, warehouse, and/or logistics experience in a manufacturing environment, OR High School Diploma/GED and (8) or more years of related supervisory, warehouse, and/or logistics experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Six Sigma and/or lean certification preferred.
• Experience managing large warehouse teams across multiple shift operations.
• Demonstrated knowledge of warehouse and inventory control concepts (FIFO, Kanban, cycle counting practices, etc.).
• Proven organizational and supervisory skills.
• Excellent communication skills (verbal and written).
• Excellent understanding of computer applications (Word, Excel, Access, ERP systems, etc.).
• Proven developmental and training skills.
• Ability to develop a strong safety culture and practice in the workplace.
• Strong coaching and mentoring skills.
• Proven employee relations skills and knowledge of HR practices.
• Ability to analyze and solve problems effectively.

Nice To Haves

• Six Sigma and/or lean certification.

Responsibilities

• Supervises and coordinate a team of Shift Supervisors to meet the daily warehouse activity to maintain the accuracy of inventory, Receiving and Shipping activities and ensure smooth operations in accordance with standards and procedures and safety standards.
• Resolve operation issues to ensure smooth S&R activities are being carried out.
• Coach and manage work performance of a team of warehouse associates to be aligned with department expectations and goals.
• Coordinate warehouse material inventory and shipment to ensure no disruption to manufacturing operation and shipment activities.
• Responsible for interface with stakeholders to ensure correct materials/ products flow to maintain shipping/receiving data information accuracy.
• Responsible for resolving receiving/shipping discrepancies (if any) to minimize inventory variance.
• Identify and recommend opportunities for improvement to increase department efficiency and minimize cost.
• Working with Human Resource Department closely in handling employee relations issues to ensure correct action are addressed on timely manner.
• Will take up the responsibilities as a Subject Matter Expert (SME) within the Warehouse Operations organization, in 1 of the 7 focus areas identified.
• Manages execution at all internal and external warehouses that support manufacturing sites to ensure on time and continuous material supply from warehouse to manufacturing.
• Manages and controls all warehouse expenses according to the warehouse budget.
• Responsible for accurate work instructions & procurement to meet SOX and ISO requirements.
• Accountable for all KPI’s associated with warehouse operations and related corrective actions for misses.
• Responsible for driving a safety culture and practice in the warehouse operations among the associates.
• Lead management, customer, and auditor line walk / MBWA.
• Maintain and supervise warehouse cost control.
• Daily housekeeping / 5S in warehouse.
• Ensure on time preventive maintenance of all warehouse MHE, tools and equipment.
• Execute Plant startup/equipment & technology upgrade activities involving warehouse area.
• Coordinate shunting or interplant truck operation.
• Other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Relocation assistance may be provided where applicable.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees