Process Team Leader

Summary

The Process Team Leader is responsible for leading, directing, and empowering the Process Engineering and Technician teams to achieve manufacturing line optimization, high-yield quality excellence, and operational target goals. This role requires strategic leadership, deep technical expertise in solar module manufacturing (Cell-to-Module optimization, Lamination, Tabber/Stringer, EL inspection), and continuous improvement methodologies (Six Sigma, Lean) to drive process stability, defect/cell loss reduction, cross-functional collaboration, and team member development in a 24/7 manufacturing environment.

Reports to: COO

Location: Dalton, GA

Classification: Salary (Exempt)

Grade: G4

The Process Team Leader is responsible for leading, directing, and empowering the Process Engineering and Technician teams to achieve manufacturing line optimization, high-yield quality excellence, and operational target goals. This role requires strategic leadership, deep technical expertise in solar module manufacturing (Cell-to-Module optimization, Lamination, Tabber/Stringer, EL inspection), and continuous improvement methodologies (Six Sigma, Lean) to drive process stability, defect/cell loss reduction, cross-functional collaboration, and team member development in a 24/7 manufacturing environment.

• Team Leadership & People Management
• Lead, manage, and motivate the Process Engineering team and Process Technicians across all shifts.
• Establish shift handover protocols and manage line engineering coverage for continuous 24/7 operations.
• Conduct regular performance evaluations, provide constructive feedback, set clear KPIs, and manage individual development plans for team members.
• Plan and execute overall team tasks, resource allocation, and shift/day operational priorities.
• Mentor engineers and technicians to advance technical skill sets, problem-solving capabilities, and career progression.
• Process & Quality Assurance Management
• Establish, monitor, and maintain quality assurance standards, process recipes, and inspection/testing protocols to meet or exceed plant yield and CTM (Cell-to-Module) target goals.
• Oversee immediate root-cause analysis (RCA) and emergency countermeasure implementation for critical line issues, cell breakage, and defect spikes (e.g., micro-cracks, lamination bubbles).
• Ensure strict adherence to ISO 9001 and ISO 14001 standards across all manufacturing processes.
• Continuous Improvement & Cost Reduction
• Initiate, manage, and drive plant-wide process improvement projects focused on enhancing operational effectiveness (OE), job effectiveness (JE), minimizing cell loss/scrap, and lowering operational costs.
• Act as a key change agent to systematically implement process changes, recipe tuning, and flexible automation through cross-functional collaboration with Production, Equipment, Quality, and EHS teams.
• Develop, standardize, and maintain engineering documentation: PFMEAs, Control Plans, Work Instructions, and Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).
• Data Analysis & Performance Reporting
• Utilize data-driven decision-making tools (e.g., Six Sigma, Power BI, MES/SAP/EMI data) to track line stability, CTM gains, yield trends, and loss pareto analyses.
• Establish regular departmental reporting metrics to keep executive management informed on plant improvement progress and strategic initiatives.
• Safety & Environment
• Partner closely with the EHS team to enforce workplace safety regulations, lead safety improvement projects, and minimize incident risks across all lines.

• Education:
  
  Bachelor’s degree in engineering (Chemical, Materials, Mechanical, Industrial, or related field).
• Experience:
  
  Minimum of 10 years of manufacturing industry experience, with a strong focus on solar module, semiconductor, or display manufacturing processes.
• Minimum 2~3 years of experience in a Team Leader, Manager, or Lead Engineer role.
• Technical Knowledge:
  Deep understanding of solar module manufacturing processes (Tabber/Stringer, Laminator, J-Box, EL/Flash Testing), equipment capabilities, and defect mechanisms.
• Bilingual in Korean and English
• Leadership &
  
  Soft Skills:
• Proven leadership and people management capabilities with excellent interpersonal and presentation skills.
• Ability to articulate complex technical issues clearly to both executive management and shop-floor technicians.
• Strong analytical problem-solving mindset and data-driven decision-making approach.

• Professional…