First Solar · 2 days ago
Temporary- Technical Supervisor I USA (C Crew)
Trinity, AL
Full-time
Onsite
Entry, Mid Level
2+ years expFirst Solar is a leader in photovoltaic module production, and they are seeking a Technical Supervisor I to oversee daily production operations. The role involves supervising staff, ensuring quality standards are met, and coordinating training while maintaining safety and efficiency in the manufacturing process.
Clean EnergyManufacturingSolar
Responsibilities
Support all safety procedures and good housekeeping standards, including our 5S system
Directly supervises the daily production of Photovoltaic modules in accordance with required quality standards and in a cost efficient manner in at least one specific area of the plant
Coordinate on-the-job training of manufacturing associates
Identify training opportunities to develop and maintain a highly motivated and capable team
Maintain all associate records in Solar Connect
Effective use of internal manufacturing software for production tracking
Maintain accurate time keeping for manufacturing associates in the Kronos system
Maintains product inventory accuracy
Utilize Theory of Constraints (TOC) methodology to maximize throughput
Participate in continuous improvement activities/teams
Effectively interfaces with other departments
Support efforts to consistently exceed customer expectations
Coordinate with Manufacturing Specialist and other supervisors on day to day issues
Evaluate and monitor manufacturing processes ensuring cycle time is being met
Responsible for eliminating downtime constraints in assigned area (eg: find root cause and resolve the issue, effectively utilize support teams to improve quality and production)
Monitor and maintain training guides and track training progress of team
Conduct performance appraisals
Qualification
Required
High School Diploma or the equivalent from an accredited high school or institution
Two years supervision experience in a manufacturing environment or First Solar Team Lead experience (including Temporary Team Lead experience) or First Solar MMA/MMT experience
Experience in electrical, mechanical and chemical industrial applications
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
Support all safety procedures and good housekeeping standards, including our 5S system
Directly supervises the daily production of Photovoltaic modules in accordance with required quality standards and in a cost efficient manner in at least one specific area of the plant
Coordinate on-the-job training of manufacturing associates
Identify training opportunities to develop and maintain a highly motivated and capable team
Maintain all associate records in Solar Connect
Effective use of internal manufacturing software for production tracking
Maintain accurate time keeping for manufacturing associates in the Kronos system
Maintains product inventory accuracy
Utilize Theory of Constraints (TOC) methodology to maximize throughput
Participate in continuous improvement activities/teams
Effectively interfaces with other departments
Support efforts to consistently exceed customer expectations
Coordinate with Manufacturing Specialist and other supervisors on day to day issues
Evaluate and monitor manufacturing processes ensuring cycle time is being met
Responsible for eliminating downtime constraints in assigned area (eg: find root cause and resolve the issue, effectively utilize support teams to improve quality and production)
Monitor and maintain training guides and track training progress of team
Conduct performance appraisals
Will sit, stand or walk short distances for up to 12 hours per day
Will climb stairs on an occasional basis
Will exert up to 50 pounds of force to lift, push or pull on a seldom basis
Will lift, push or pull up to 27 pounds on a frequent basis
Required to use hands to grasp, lift, handle, carry or feel objects repetitively on a frequent basis
20/40 vision in each eye, with or without correction, is required
Must be able to comply with all safety standards and procedures
May reach above shoulder heights and below the waist on a frequent basis
May stoop, kneel, or bend, on an occasional basis
Ability to wear personal protective equipment is required (including but not limited to; steel toed shoes, gloves, safety glasses, hearing protection, protective jacket or apron and arm guards)
All associates working on the production floor may be required to wear a respirator at any given time and thus, the ability to wear a respirator is a condition of employment and continued employment (requires little or no facial hair)
Preferred
2 year Business or Technical degree preferred
If assigned to coater area: knowledge of vacuum systems and laser operations
Company
First Solar
First Solar manufactures thin film photovoltaic modules and provides PV power plants and supporting services.
5001-10000 employees
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2023 (19)
2022 (15)
2021 (7)
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Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$2.17BKey Investors
U.S. International Development Finance CorpMizuho Corporate Bank
2023-07-06Post Ipo Debt· $1B
2021-12-07Post Ipo Debt· $500M
2021-04-01Undisclosed
Leadership Team
Mark Widmar
CEO
Angela Younes
Office Manager/Assistant to the CTO
Recent News
2026-01-07
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