Engineer- Manufacturing System II

Responsible for introducing new manufacturing system and to enhance existing Manufacturing system (Safety, Quality, Controls and Cost) for the shift operation to ensure standardization across all KLM plants.

Responsibilities:-

• Devise new or improved existing manufacturing systems for sustainability for the Manufacturing Coating, Sub-module, Finishing and Boxing operations.
• Design, deliver and maintain Manufacturing System and Process to meet ISO 9000 requirement for the KLM Site.
• Works closely with the Shift Managers, Supervisors and relevant supporting departments to improve the Manufacturing systems and process.
• Responsible for doing a close loop check on the existing Manufacturing systems                     ( Safety, Quality, Productivity ,NPI and Controls ) for its effectiveness and practicality.
• Plans and recommends suitable manufacturing systems to be introduced to the manufacturing facility.
• Ensure that all existing manufacturing systems are standardized across all 4 shifts and enhanced to all plants within First Solar Facility.
• Records data and analyze information pertaining to Manufacturing Systems for improvements or proliferation.
• Undertakes the proliferation of established Manufacturing Systems in terms of Safety, Quality, Productivity and Controls to the existing shifts.
• Identify 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, archived for future reference or usage.
• Requires to do some research in relevant industries on Manufacturing Systems and to recommend suitable systems for implementation.
• Ensure compliance with Quality, Environment, Health and Safety and Responsible Business Alliance policies and procedures that are enforced within the organization.

Education/Experience:-

• Degree in any discipline
• 4 – 7 years working experience in a manufacturing environment

Required Skills/Competencies:-

Behavioral:-

• Possess good leadership skills
• Excellent communications skills.
• Excellent organizational and project management skills
• Good analytical and strategic thinking
• Proven interpersonal skills.
• Team oriented.
• Possess good continuous thinking capability.

Location:-

• Tamil Nadu, India.

Company Overview:-

First Solar is leading the world’s sustainable energy future. We are an exciting work environment in one of the most important industries of the 21st century. First Solar is a leader in the development and manufacturing of thin film solar modules used in grid-connected solar power plants. Our cost-advantaged solar technology boasts the smallest carbon footprint, lowest life cycle water use, and fastest energy payback in the industry. We are delivering solutions to the world’s most pressing challenges including climate change, energy security, water scarcity, and the unsustainable growing consumption of natural resources. At First Solar, you will feel valued, appreciated and challenged, working side-by-side with some of the top minds in the industry. You will be regularly updated on the company’s goals, progress and achievements. First Solar maintains a culture where all associates work together to lead the world’s sustainable energy future. We believe in employee engagement, collaboration, well-being and productivity for all generations and emerging work styles. We’re changing the world. Now, let us start with yours. First Solar is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. First Solar’s policy is not to discriminate against any applicant or employee based on race, color, sex, religion, national origin, age, disability or any other basis protected by application country, federal, state or local laws; the company prohibits harassment of applicants or employees based on any of these protected categories.