Lead- Technical Group Module; Crew​/AM Shift

Lead
- Technical Group Module (A Crew/AM Shift)

First Solar is seeking a Lead for the Technical Group Module on the A Crew/AM Shift. The role involves supervising and leading shift engineering and maintenance technicians responsible for the repair and process control of module equipment to achieve safety, quality, yield, and throughput goals in a cost‑efficient manner.

• High school diploma or GED plus 3 years of supervisory experience with 2 years of technical work in manufacturing, maintenance, or engineering OR
• High school diploma or GED plus 5 years of technical experience at First Solar OR
• Associate’s or bachelor’s degree in engineering (mechanical or electrical) with no experience.
• Experience in vacuum system, thermal, electrical, mechanical, and chemical industrial applications is preferred.
• Managed or participated in continuous improvement projects is preferred.

• Electrical and Mechanical knowledge are required.
• Knowledge of Vacuum and Thermal systems, Wet Chemistry, Programming/Logic, and Mechanical operation is desired.
• Knowledge of manufacturing processes, engineering controls, and equipment experience is preferred.
• Excellent process and equipment troubleshooting and structural problem‑solving skills.
• Effective communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Strong leadership, interpersonal, analytic skills, and ability to lead a flexible workforce.
• Excellent organizational, supervisory, decision‑making, and planning skills.
• Proven ability to manage production associates in leading, supervising, coaching, training, and developing direct reports.
• Knowledgeable in structural problem solving and analysis such as 5‑Why Analysis, Fishbone diagram, and 7‑Steps.
• Understanding and application of Statistical Data Analysis and Statistical Process Control (SPC), structural problem‑solving tools (e.g., DMAIC).
• Demonstrated ability to analyze engineering and statistical data and drive corrective or improvement action. JMP experience is a plus.
• Preferred certified Lean Six Sigma Green Belt.
• Good knowledge of EHS/Safety and Quality systems (ISO
  14001/ISO
  9001/ISO
  45001/OSHA).
• Familiarity with Asset Management and Maintenance applications is required (Maximo/CMMS, SAP, or Oracle preferred).
• Basic knowledge to work with different computer/device applications (e.g., mobile systems, communication devices, interface with machine control panels and HMI interface).
• Experience with LOTO procedures, mechanical and electrical stored energy hazards and awareness of Control of Hazardous Energies.
• Proficient use of the Microsoft Office suite and analysis software.
• Ability to work with minimal supervision.

• Adhere to all safety procedures and good housekeeping standards, including our 5S system.
• Responsible for the assigned shift uptime and process control within the module area, following escalation procedures as needed for support.
• Supervise on‑site service, troubleshooting and repairing of module process equipment and ensure good return‑to‑production (RTP) buy‑off prior to production run.
• Act as first level of escalation for module tools (process and repair).
• Plan and supervise the scheduling of daily work assignments of all engineering and maintenance technicians assigned to the module area on the respective shift.
• Assure the process of record is executed and production readiness is maintained with production and process technical objectives and events are met.
• Ensure the module activities (process monitoring, tool PM’s, area walk‑through, 5S, etc.) are performed effectively with the highest level of quality.
• Ensure all module processes are running on target as defined by the Process Control Plan.
• Support operations, engineering, and integration teams in identifying, assigning cause and implementing improvement actions on yield excursions and performance issues.
• Ensure the team is responding to SPC alarms and bring processes back into control.
• Provide direction to shift engineering, shift maintenance, onsite contractors, and vendors to ensure and enforce First Solar’s standards and policies, including Environmental Health and Safety requirements.
• Communicate systems and…