{"schemaVersion":"jobsearcher.job.v1","id":"42e040a5dd1a7fae8fab2f8d","url":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/42e040a5dd1a7fae8fab2f8d","canonicalUrl":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/42e040a5dd1a7fae8fab2f8d","title":"Temporary- Technical Group Lead (Module B-Crew)","description":"First Solar reserves the right to offer you a role most applicable to your experience and skillset.\n\nBasic Job Functions:\n\nSupervises and leads assigned shift engineering and shift maintenance technicians in the repair and process control of semiconductor equipment to meet shift goals in terms of Safety, Quality, Yield, and Throughput, in a cost-efficient manner.\n\nEducation/Experience:\n\nHigh school diploma or GED plus 3 years of supervisory experience with 2 years technical work experience in manufacturing, maintenance, or engineering OR\nHigh school diploma or GED plus 5 years of technical experience at First Solar OR\nAssociates or bachelor’s degree in engineering, mechanical or electrical field with no experience.\nExperience in vacuum system, thermal, laser systems, electrical, mechanical, and chemical industrial applications is preferred.\nManaged or participated in continuous improvement projects is preferred.\n\nRequired Skills/Competencies:\n\nElectrical and Mechanical knowledge are required.\n\nKnowledge of Vacuum and Thermal systems, Laser operations, and Wet Chemistry operation are desired.\n\nKnowledge of manufacturing processes, engineering controls, and equipment experience is preferred.\nExcellent process and equipment troubleshooting and structural problem-solving skills.\nEffective communication skills, both written and verbal.\nPossess strong leadership, interpersonal skills, analytic skills, and ability to lead a flexible workforce.\nExcellent organizational, supervisory, decision-making, and planning skills.\nProven ability to manage production associates effectively in terms of leading, supervising, coaching, training, and developing direct reports.\nKnowledgeable in structural problem solving and analysis such as 5-Why Analysis, Fishbone diagram and 7-Steps.\nUnderstands and can apply Statistical Data Analysis and Statistical Process Control (SPC), structural problem- solving tools (such as DMAIC).\nDemonstrate ability to analyze engineering and statistical data, driven corrective/ improvement action accordingly. JMP experience a plus.\n\nPreferred certified Lean Six Sigma Green belt.\n\nGood knowledge on EHS/Safety and Quality systems (ISO14001/ ISO9001/ ISO4500/ OSHA)\nFamiliarity with Asset Management and Maintenance applications required. Maximo/CMMS, SAP, or Oracle preferred.\nBasic knowledge to work with different computer/ devices applications e.g., Mobile systems, Communication devices, Interface with Machine Control Panels and HMI interface.\nExperience with LOTO procedures, Mechanical and Electrical and stored energy hazards with good awareness of Control of Hazardous Energies.\nProficient use of all Microsoft Office suite programs and analysis software.\nAbility to work with minimal supervision.\n\nEssential Responsibilities:\n\nAdheres to all safety procedures and good housekeeping standards, including our 5S system.\nResponsible for the assigned shift uptime and process control within the semiconductor area, following escalation procedures as needed for support.\n\nSupervises on-site service, trouble shooting and repairing of semiconductor process equipment and ensure good return-to-production (RTP) buy off prior to production run.\n\nAct a 1 st level of escalation for semiconductor tools (process and repair)\nPlans and supervises the scheduling of daily work assignments of all engineering and maintenance technicians assigned to semiconductor area on respective shift.\nAssures the process of record is executed and production readiness is maintained with production and process technical objectives and events are met.\nEnsures the semiconductor activities (pitstops, target changes, wetline and laser PM’s, etc.) are performed to effectively with the highest level of quality.\nEnsure all semiconductor processes are running on target as defined by the Process Control Plan.\nSupport operations, engineering, and integration teams in identifying, assigning cause and implementing improvement actions on yield excursions and performance issues.\nEnsure team is responding to SPC alarms and bring processes back into control.\nProvides direction to shift engineering, shift maintenance, onsite contractors, and vendors to ensure and enforce First Solar’s standards and policies. This includes ensuring Environmental Health and Safety requirements are met.\nResponsible for communicating systems and policies to direct reports.\nResponsible for working with the appropriate departments to handle employee relations issues.\nResponsible for training and developing direct reports and setting objectives.\n\nServes as a liaison for the related functional department for continuous improvement in the manufacturing operation.\n\nCoordinate production startups, shutdowns, and changeovers within semiconductor area.\n\nEffective use of internal application software for process and maintenance tracking.\n\nInterfaces with other departments and manages timely completion ETA/projects as required.\n\nUtilizes structural problem-solving methodology to troubleshoot issues.\nResponsible for maintenance system compliance including closing out work orders, handheld scanner compliance, job plan audits and keeping track of process tool correct E10 status.\nManage time keeping of all assigned shift engineering and maintenance technicians , responsible for shift schedule and coordinate with Human Resources for appropriate staffing levels.\nResponsible for handling disciplinary actions with the associate involved.\n\nResponsible for effective communication levels and foster team building.\n\nOversee the responsibilities of engineering and maintenance technicians to manage and dispose properly the hazardous waste generated from routine, troubleshooting/ maintenance jobs performed in the either building.\n\nOther duties as assigned.\nJob description subject to change at any time.\n\nReporting Relationships:\n\nThis position reports to the Shift Manager – Semiconductor.\n\nThis position will have direct reports.\n\nTravel:\n\nNo travel is required.\n\nEstimated Salary Range:\n\n$80,700 - $115,000 annually\n\nUS Physical Requirements:\n\nWill sit, stand, or walk short distances for up to 12 hours per day.\nWill climb stairs on a frequent basis.\nWill lift up to 58 pounds on an occasional basis, according to work instruction.\nWill lift up to 37 pounds on a frequent basis.\nWill push or pull up to 27 pounds of force on an occasional basis.\nWill push or pull up to 10 pounds of force on a frequent basis.\nRequired to use hands to grasp, lift, handle, carry or feel objects repetitively on a frequent basis.\n20/40 vision in each eye (with or without correction) and the ability to distinguish between red, yellow, and green is required.\nMay reach above shoulder heights and below the waist on a frequent basis.\nMay stoop, kneel, or bend, on an occasional basis.\nMust be able to comply with all safety standards and procedures.\nAbility 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).\n\nPotential candidates will meet the education and experience requirements provided on the above job description and excel in completing the listed responsibilities for this role. All candidates receiving an offer of employment must successfully complete a background check and any other tests that may be required.\n\nEqual Opportunity Employer Statement: First Solar is an Equal Opportunity Employer that values and respects the importance of a diverse and inclusive workforce. It is the policy of the company to recruit, hire, train and promote persons in all job titles without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, or gender identity. 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JMP experience a plus.\n\nPreferred certified Lean Six Sigma Green belt.\n\nGood knowledge on EHS/Safety and Quality systems (ISO14001/ ISO9001/ ISO4500/ OSHA)\nFamiliarity with Asset Management and Maintenance applications required. Maximo/CMMS, SAP, or Oracle preferred.\nBasic knowledge to work with different computer/ devices applications e.g., Mobile systems, Communication devices, Interface with Machine Control Panels and HMI interface.\nExperience with LOTO procedures, Mechanical and Electrical and stored energy hazards with good awareness of Control of Hazardous Energies.\nProficient use of all Microsoft Office suite programs and analysis software.\nAbility to work with minimal supervision.\n\nEssential Responsibilities:\n\nAdheres to all safety procedures and good housekeeping standards, including our 5S system.\nResponsible for the assigned shift uptime and process control within the semiconductor area, following escalation procedures as needed for support.\n\nSupervises on-site service, trouble shooting and repairing of semiconductor process equipment and ensure good return-to-production (RTP) buy off prior to production run.\n\nAct a 1 st level of escalation for semiconductor tools (process and repair)\nPlans and supervises the scheduling of daily work assignments of all engineering and maintenance technicians assigned to semiconductor area on respective shift.\nAssures the process of record is executed and production readiness is maintained with production and process technical objectives and events are met.\nEnsures the semiconductor activities (pitstops, target changes, wetline and laser PM’s, etc.) are performed to effectively with the highest level of quality.\nEnsure all semiconductor processes are running on target as defined by the Process Control Plan.\nSupport operations, engineering, and integration teams in identifying, assigning cause and implementing improvement actions on yield excursions and performance issues.\nEnsure team is responding to SPC alarms and bring processes back into control.\nProvides direction to shift engineering, shift maintenance, onsite contractors, and vendors to ensure and enforce First Solar’s standards and policies. This includes ensuring Environmental Health and Safety requirements are met.\nResponsible for communicating systems and policies to direct reports.\nResponsible for working with the appropriate departments to handle employee relations issues.\nResponsible for training and developing direct reports and setting objectives.\n\nServes as a liaison for the related functional department for continuous improvement in the manufacturing operation.\n\nCoordinate production startups, shutdowns, and changeovers within semiconductor area.\n\nEffective use of internal application software for process and maintenance tracking.\n\nInterfaces with other departments and manages timely completion ETA/projects as required.\n\nUtilizes structural problem-solving methodology to troubleshoot issues.\nResponsible for maintenance system compliance including closing out work orders, handheld scanner compliance, job plan audits and keeping track of process tool correct E10 status.\nManage time keeping of all assigned shift engineering and maintenance technicians , responsible for shift schedule and coordinate with Human Resources for appropriate staffing levels.\nResponsible for handling disciplinary actions with the associate involved.\n\nResponsible for effective communication levels and foster team building.\n\nOversee the responsibilities of engineering and maintenance technicians to manage and dispose properly the hazardous waste generated from routine, troubleshooting/ maintenance jobs performed in the either building.\n\nOther duties as assigned.\nJob description subject to change at any time.\n\nReporting Relationships:\n\nThis position reports to the Shift Manager – Semiconductor.\n\nThis position will have direct reports.\n\nTravel:\n\nNo travel is required.\n\nEstimated Salary Range:\n\n$80,700 - $115,000 annually\n\nUS Physical Requirements:\n\nWill sit, stand, or walk short distances for up to 12 hours per day.\nWill climb stairs on a frequent basis.\nWill lift up to 58 pounds on an occasional basis, according to work instruction.\nWill lift up to 37 pounds on a frequent basis.\nWill push or pull up to 27 pounds of force on an occasional basis.\nWill push or pull up to 10 pounds of force on a frequent basis.\nRequired to use hands to grasp, lift, handle, carry or feel objects repetitively on a frequent basis.\n20/40 vision in each eye (with or without correction) and the ability to distinguish between red, yellow, and green is required.\nMay reach above shoulder heights and below the waist on a frequent basis.\nMay stoop, kneel, or bend, on an occasional basis.\nMust be able to comply with all safety standards and procedures.\nAbility 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).\n\nPotential candidates will meet the education and experience requirements provided on the above job description and excel in completing the listed responsibilities for this role. All candidates receiving an offer of employment must successfully complete a background check and any other tests that may be required.\n\nEqual Opportunity Employer Statement: First Solar is an Equal Opportunity Employer that values and respects the importance of a diverse and inclusive workforce. It is the policy of the company to recruit, hire, train and promote persons in all job titles without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, or gender identity. 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