Team Lead- Coater USA (Crew D/ PM Shift)

First Solar•New Iberia, LA

10d•$23 - $32•Onsite

About The Position

The Production Team Lead combines the responsibilities of a Production Technician (level III) with a team-leader role in production operations. It is intended for experienced First Solar associates with strong technical competence and demonstrated ability to collaborate with and lead others. The position supports associates in training and job responsibilities and can be a step toward a Technical Supervisor role. Team Leads may at times perform supervisory-level responsibilities, must carry a company-provided communication device, and may be required to attend training on off-crew days. The role retains Production Technician II responsibilities, including safe equipment operation, management of materials and processes, maintenance, quality control, data analysis, and problem solving to manufacture high-quality photovoltaic solar modules at the required rate. A Production Coater Team Lead is expected to have the experience and continue performing the Coater Technician role, including wearing the required PPE, such as a respirator and Tyvek suit. The position has no direct reports. Travel is estimated at 0–5%, occasionally as needed for training.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
At least one year of internal experience as a Coater Technician I or higher.
Recommendation from a Technician Supervisor.
Safety-first mindset and commitment to high quality.
Good troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.
Math skills sufficient to understand and apply Statistical Process Control (SPC) concepts.
Ability to foster teamwork through collaboration with peers, leadership, and other functional groups.
Ability to lead teams and provide on-the-job training.
Effective one-to-one and group communication with peers and leadership.
Fundamental knowledge of computer applications.
Ability to interface with machine control panels and use mobile systems, communication devices, and simple tool interfaces.
Ability to use simple hand tools and measurement tools and perform mechanical maintenance using hand tools and measurement devices.
Ability to obtain and maintain forklift and/or walk-behind forklift certification if requested.
Ability to work in a large manufacturing area, often without line-of-sight of direct supervision.
Ability to wear required personal protective equipment, including respirators; respirator use requires little or no facial hair.
Meet the stated visual requirements: 20/40 vision 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.
Successfully complete a background check and any other tests required for an employment offer.

Nice To Haves

Associate degree or certificates in a technical discipline.

Responsibilities

Follow safety procedures and maintain good housekeeping.
Safely operate and maintain tools and equipment to meet quality and productivity requirements.
Complete required training within the specified timeframe.
Provide on-the-job training or coordinate training for team members and validate successful completion.
Lead the team on job assignments and support team members in resolving issues.
Perform assigned duties in accordance with training and supervisor direction.
Perform equipment maintenance within required timeframes using hand tools and instrumentation.
Operate forklifts and cranes when properly trained and certified, where required.
Use equipment computers to monitor parameters and alarms.
Monitor process data, including SPC, and make procedure-based decisions to maintain process control.
Recognize issues requiring escalation and communicate them, along with recommendations.
Work with cross-functional teams to conduct approved tests and collaborate on problem solving.
Collect data and provide written, oral, or electronic reports when requested.
Communicate with team members and leadership during shift changes.
Ensure appropriate inventory of materials and in-process work is available for the next shift.
Ensure waste is discarded promptly and appropriately.