Supervisor- Technical I USA (B Crew/PM Shift)

First Solar (US)•Perrysburg, OH

1d•$56,100 - $80,000

About The Position

The Supervisor- Technical I supervises daily production of photovoltaic modules in at least one specific plant area, ensuring required quality standards and cost-efficient operations. The role coordinates associate training, maintains workforce and production records, monitors manufacturing processes and cycle times, and works to eliminate downtime constraints. It also supports safety, housekeeping, inventory accuracy, continuous improvement, and customer expectations. The position has direct reports and reports to the Manager- Shift. Travel is 5%–10%. The estimated salary range is $56,100–$80,000 annually. Candidates receiving an offer must successfully complete a background check and any other required tests.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
Meet at least one of the following experience criteria: First Solar Supervisor or Temporary Supervisor experience; First Solar Team Lead or Temporary Team Lead experience; First Solar Production Technician II or Coater Technician II experience; two years of supervisory experience in manufacturing production, warehouse, textile, agricultural, or material inspection; two years of supervisory experience plus six months of First Solar experience; or four years of supervisory experience plus two years of experience in manufacturing production, warehouse, textile, agricultural, or material inspection.
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.
Ability to think creatively and develop unique, timely solutions.
If assigned to the coater area, knowledge of vacuum systems and laser operations.
Ability to comply with all safety standards and procedures.
Ability to wear required personal protective equipment, including steel-toed shoes, cut-resistant gloves, jackets, aprons and/or arm guards, safety glasses or goggles, hearing protection, and respirators; little or no facial hair is required for respirator use.
Vision of 20/40 in each eye separately and both eyes, with or without correction; ability to distinguish red, yellow, and green; and peripheral vision greater than 70 degrees.

Responsibilities

Support all safety procedures and good housekeeping standards, including the 5S system.
Directly supervise daily photovoltaic module production in at least one plant area, meeting quality standards and operating cost-efficiently.
Coordinate on-the-job training for manufacturing associates.
Identify training opportunities to develop and maintain a motivated and capable team.
Maintain associate records in Solar Connect.
Use internal manufacturing software for production tracking.
Maintain accurate manufacturing associate timekeeping in Kronos.
Maintain product inventory accuracy.
Use Theory of Constraints (TOC) methodology to maximize throughput.
Participate in continuous improvement activities and teams.
Interface effectively with other departments.
Support efforts to consistently exceed customer expectations.
Coordinate day-to-day issues with the Manufacturing Specialist and other supervisors.
Evaluate and monitor manufacturing processes to ensure cycle time is met.
Eliminate downtime constraints in the assigned area by identifying root causes, resolving issues, and using support teams to improve quality and production.
Monitor and maintain training guides and track team training progress.
Conduct performance appraisals.
Perform other duties as assigned.