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Engineer- Manufacturing System II (1st Shift) Job in Walbridge, Ohio US
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Job Summary

Company
First Solar Inc
Location
Walbridge, OH
Industries
Government and Military
Job Type
Full Time
Employee
Years of Experience
1+ to 2 Years
Job Reference Code
78527192

Engineer- Manufacturing System II (1st Shift)

About the Job

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

Basic Job Functions: Responsible for introducing new manufacturing systems and enhancing the existing manufacturing system (Safety, Quality, Controls, and Cost) for the shift operation to ensure standardization across all Perrysburg, OH plants.

Education/Experience:


At least 2 years of First Solar manufacturing leadership experience (such as Technical Supervisor, Manufacturing Specialist, Operations Engineer) preferred.
Minimum 3 years of relevant manufacturing experience required.
Good record in driving continuous improvement projects in operation excellence.
Six Sigma Green Belt Certification Preferred.
Bachelors/Masters/PhD Degree in Engineering Discipline or Physical Science Field or equivalent.
Degree in Manufacturing System preferred.

Required Skills/Competencies:

Behavioral:


Possesses strong leadership skills.
Demonstrates excellent communications skills.
Possesses excellent organizational and project management skills.
Demonstrates strong analytical and strategic thinking.
Possesses proven interpersonal skills.
Team oriented.

Technical:


Well-versed in the manufacturing process flow.
Knowledgeable of the PDCA cycle (Plan-Do-Check-Act).
Proficient use of all Microsoft Office suite programs.

Essential Responsibilities:


Develops new or improves existing manufacturing systems for sustainability for the manufacturing Coating, Sub-module, Finishing, and Boxing operations.
Designs, delivers, and maintains manufacturing system and process to meet ISO 9000 requirement for the Perrysburg Site.
Works closely with the Shift Managers, Supervisors, and relevant supporting departments to improve the manufacturing systems and process.
Performs close loop checks on the existing Manufacturing systems (safety, quality, productivity, NPI, and controls) assessing effectiveness and practicality.
Plans and recommends suitable manufacturing systems to be introduced to the manufacturing facility.
Ensures that all existing manufacturing systems are standardized across all 4 shifts and enhanced to all plants within First Solar Facilities.
Records data and analyzes information pertaining to manufacturing systems for improvements or proliferation.
Undertakes the proliferation of established manufacturing systems in terms of safety, quality, productivity, and controls for the existing shifts.
Identifies opportunities to improve the existing manufacturing systems and to make the necessary recommendations to the manufacturing department for changes.
Ensures that all manufacturing systems implemented are documented properly and archived for future reference or usage.
Performs research of relevant industry manufacturing systems to recommend suitable systems for implementation.
Other duties as assigned.
Job description subject to change at any time.

Reporting Relationships:


This position reports to the Manager - Operations Integration.
This position may have direct reports.

Travel:


Up to 10% of global travel is expected.

Estimated Salary Range:


$63,900 - $91,000 Salary

US Physical Requirements:

Manufacturing & Maintenance Physical Requirements:


Will sit, stand, or walk short distances for up to 12 hours per day.
Will climb stairs on a frequent 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).

Potential 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.

Equal 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. We recognize that diversity and inclusion is a driving force in the success of our company.
 
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