Lead- Technical Group Semiconductor

First Solar reserves the right to offer you a role most applicable to your experience and skillset.

Supervises 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.

• High school diploma or GED plus 3 years of supervisory experience with 2 years technical work experience in manufacturing, maintenance, or engineering OR
• High school diploma or GED plus 5 years of technical experience at First Solar OR
• Associates or bachelor's degree in engineering, mechanical or electrical field with no experience.
• Experience in vacuum system, thermal, laser systems, 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, Laser operations, and Wet Chemistry operation are 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.
• Possess strong leadership, interpersonal skills, analytic skills, and ability to lead a flexible workforce.
• Excellent organizational, supervisory, decision-making, and planning skills.
• Proven ability to manage production associates effectively in terms of 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.
• Understands and can apply Statistical Data Analysis and Statistical Process Control (SPC), structural problem- solving tools (such as DMAIC).
• Demonstrate ability to analyze engineering and statistical data, driven corrective/ improvement action accordingly. JMP experience a plus.
• Preferred certified Lean Six Sigma Green belt.
• Good knowledge on EHS/Safety and Quality systems (ISO
  14001/ ISO
  9001/ ISO
  4500/ OSHA)
• Familiarity with Asset Management and Maintenance applications required. Maximo/CMMS, SAP, or Oracle preferred.
• Basic knowledge to work with different computer/ devices applications e.g., Mobile systems, Communication devices, Interface with Machine Control Panels and HMI interface.
• Experience with LOTO procedures, Mechanical and Electrical and stored energy hazards with good awareness of Control of Hazardous Energies.
• Proficient use of all Microsoft Office suite programs and analysis software.
• Ability to work with minimal supervision.

• Adheres to all safety procedures and good housekeeping standards, including our 5S system.
• Responsible for the assigned shift uptime and process control within the semiconductor area, following escalation procedures as needed for support.
• Supervises on-site service, trouble shooting and repairing of semiconductor process equipment and ensure good return-to-production (RTP) buy off prior to production run.
• Act a 1st level of escalation for semiconductor tools (process and repair)
• Plans and supervises the scheduling of daily work assignments of all engineering and maintenance technicians assigned to semiconductor area on respective shift.
• Assures the process of record is executed and production readiness is maintained with production and process technical objectives and events are met.
• Ensures the semiconductor activities (pitstops, target changes, wetline and laser PM's, etc.) are performed to effectively with the highest level of quality.
• Ensure all semiconductor processes are running on target as…