First Solar · 1 day ago
Engineer- Operations I USA
Trinity, AL
Full-time
Onsite
Mid Level
$56K/yr - $80K/yr
3+ years expFirst Solar is a leader in solar energy solutions, and they are seeking an Engineer- Operations I to coordinate and prioritize solar module manufacturing operations. The role involves utilizing data to implement improvements that enhance factory performance and employee satisfaction.
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Responsibilities
Adhere to all safety procedures and 5S standards
Ability to take strategy and convert into actionable deliverables to meet daily, weekly and monthly P90
Actively communicate with shift managers and cross functional section managers to achieve operations objectives
Coordinate, schedule and prioritize production related activities, personnel, projects, planning and other functions within various crews and support departments
Lead and drive plant operations action items to closure with functional owners to remove constraints for 24X7 operations. Provide assessment for operation recovery and assignment of headcount, WIP
Contribute to continuous improvement in safety, quality and operations
Content expert and point of contact for semiconductor or Module operations
Coordinate and drive respective area tools utilization, availability or cycle time improvement projects or related issues with regards to Semiconductor or Module operations such as headcount planning and development, material allocation, upgrade activities, ETA execution and yield improvement
Drive and own coater pitstop, HPVD & Metallizer target change, working scrap management or module palletizing execution consistency and quality across 4 crews
Drive manufacturing execution team and support groups to meet desired Operational Efficiency (OE = MU/MA) target versus Machine Availability (MA)
Effectively utilize support teams to find root cause and resolve issue to improve safety, quality and throughput
Review and approve respective area work instructions to ensure manufacturing viability
Provide technical support to operations workforce development team to create training lesson plans for Semiconductor or Module operations area
Train and guide Semiconductor or Module supervisors and technicians to improve their technical competencies
Qualification
Required
Associate degree in a business or engineering discipline combined with 6 years of technical work experience in a Manufacturing setting or 3 years of First Solar technical experience
Bachelor's Degree, master's degree, or Ph.D. in a business or engineering discipline with no experience required
Safety First mindset
Must be able to work in a team environment
Strong problem solving and critical thinking skills
Excellent written and oral communication skills
Basic mechanical troubleshooting and problem-solving skills
Proficient in Microsoft Office (Excel, PowerPoint, Words and Outlook)
Proficient in data mining/reporting platforms such as Report Manager, Pro Clarity and JMP
Understanding of production control systems, equipment run-rate, Theory of Constraints, WIP management and floor layout interaction
Understanding of direct and indirect material list, consumption POR, replenishment, storage and tracking system
Proven ability to train and develop associates
Excellent organizational and planning skills
Experience and working knowledge of continuous improvement tools
Will sit, stand or walk short distances for up to 12 hours per day
Will climb stairs on an occasional basis
Will lift up to 58 pounds on an occasional basis, according to work instruction
Will lift up to 37 pounds on a frequent basis
Will push or pull up to 27 pounds of force on an occasional basis
Will push or pull up to 10 pounds of force 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) and the ability to distinguish between red, yellow and green is required
May reach above shoulder heights and below the waist on a frequent basis
May stoop, kneel, or bend, on an occasional basis
Must be able to comply with all safety standards and procedures
Ability to wear personal protective equipment is required (including but not limited to; steel toed shoes, cut resistant gloves, jackets, aprons &/or arm guards, safety glasses, hearing protection)
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
Technical work experience in combination with a degree is preferred
Knowledge of electrical, mechanical, or chemical systems preferred
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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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
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