Description

EQUIPMENT SUPERVISOR

Date : June 21, 2018

Reports to : Equipment Manager

Location : Dalton, GA

Classification : Salary Exempt

SUMMARY

Equipment Supervisor is responsible for safe, consistent daily operation of the production line. In addition, they are responsible for ensuring low waste, high yield, and the best quality product for our customers.

Under the direction of the Shift Supervisor, the Line Leader guides the production process and controls process changes.

RESPONSIBILITIES

This list of responsibilities is not meant to be all-inclusive. Other responsibilities may be developed.

• Responsible for ensuring that the overall workflow of the lines and process are met in a timely manner.
• Mentor and develop team members.
• Ensure that a high quality of housekeeping, safety and quality standards are maintained and improved in the area.
• Under the guidance of the Equipment Manager, responsible for organizing and directing work and team assignments.
• Reads and analyzes production specs to determine production requirements.
• Responsible for ensuring that all finished products are within quality specifications.
• Troubleshoot production problems as they arise and put corrective action in place to assure the issue is resolved completely.
• Adhere to the policies and procedures of Hanwha Q CELLS.
• Perform other duties and special projects, as assigned by management.
• Run diagnostic tests and repair malfunctioning equipment in all areas of plant automation.
• Commission control systems, troubleshoot operational issues, perform equipment and process instrumentation calibration including flow and pressure transmitters, and level sensors.
• Perform preventative maintenance; ensure stock of critical spares, properly input data into the Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS), execute work orders, back up programs and keep prints and manuals current.
• Utilize established SolidWorks CAD guidelines and department design procedures to create solid models and detail drawings.
• Troubleshoot all programmable logic control (PLC), HMI, motor, and motor control problems.
• Perform root cause failure analysis for failed parts and use materials / fabrication knowledge to design improvements.
• Identify critical machine components and analyze critical design features to ensure reliability in final operating environment.
• Drive operational improvement and cost reduction by enhancing industrial control schemes.
• Complete assigned work orders, write work requests and collaborate with other team members to troubleshoot and repair processing and solar module equipment.
• Support the development, implementation, maintenance, and ongoing improvement of the solar module equipment.
• Adhere to the policies and procedures of Hanwha Q CELLS.
• Perform other duties and special projects, as assigned by management.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Minimum 2 years of manufacturing experience
• 2 years of related experience, 5 years preferred
• Fluent in Korean language
• Experience with factory automation i.e. robotics, or complex servo controlled systems
• Experience in module manufacturing factory.
• Electrical and / or mechanical technician experience in fast paced, robotic manufacturing setting.
• Machine design experience including specification of bearings, drive train components and design of fabricated components for proper fit and assembly
• Demonstrated skills with SolidWorks, including SolidWorks explorer, sheet metal, toolbox, bill of materials and weldments
• Materials knowledge (corrosion, failure mechanisms, strength of materials) is critical
• Strong proficiency in related software including AutoCAD and MS Office applications, and project management tools
• Project management, finite element or other mechanical analysis software, PDM system (direct experience with Synergies Adept is desirable)
• Able to tolerate a fast-paced work environment in areas that are not climate controlled
• Assertive, able to cope with pressure, a team player
• Must be able to perform the essential functions and physical requirements of the job.
• Candidates must have a satisfactory work record without attendance or performancerelated job disqualifications.
• Must have experience troubleshooting day-to-day product issues and the ability to correct them via adjustments, layout or procedural changes.
• Must possess strong leadership skills, a positive attitude, and ability to treat all team members with respect.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Technical College or Associate Degree in Management
• Physical qualifications able to :
• Lift 50lbs
• Operate fork lift
• Microsoft Office software proficiency
• Senior Product Technician certification
• Experience in high tech or solar manufacturing industry and startups

Hanwha Q CELLS provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or genetics.

Last updated : 2024-06-24