What are the responsibilities and job description for the Senior Manufacturing Manager position at Canadian Solar Inc.?
Company Summary:
Canadian Solar Inc. is a vertically integrated manufacturer of ingots, wafers, cells, solar modules (panels) and custom-designed solar power applications. Canadian Solar Inc. delivers solar power products of uncompromising quality to customers worldwide. Canadian Solar's world class team of professionals works closely with our customers to provide them with solutions for all their solar needs. For more information on the company, please visit www.canadian-solar.com.
Position Summary:
Oversee all aspects of solar production within a manufacturing facility. This includes managing the production process, ensuring quality control standards are met, optimizing production efficiency, and implementing cost-saving measures.
Primary Responsibilities:
⦁ Production Management: Lead and manage all aspects of solar manufacturing operations, including planning, scheduling, and execution of production activities to meet quality, cost, and delivery targets.
⦁ Process Optimization: Continuously improve manufacturing processes to enhance efficiency, reduce waste, and increase productivity. Implement best practices such as Lean Manufacturing and Six Sigma methodologies.
⦁ Equipment Maintenance and Upkeep: Oversee maintenance activities for manufacturing equipment and facilities to ensure uninterrupted production and compliance with safety regulations.
⦁ Cost Management: Develop and manage budgets for manufacturing operations. Identify opportunities for cost reduction and efficiency improvements to maximize profitability.
⦁ Strategic Planning: Contribute to the development of long-term strategic plans for the manufacturing department. Collaborate with senior management to align manufacturing objectives with overall business goals and objectives.
⦁ Team Leadership and Development: Recruit, train, and mentor production staff. Foster a culture of teamwork, accountability, and continuous learning to drive employee engagement and professional development.
Qualifications and Experience:
⦁ Education: A bachelor's degree in engineering, manufacturing, industrial management, or a related field is usually required.
⦁ Experience: 15 years of experience in manufacturing leadership roles, with progressively increasing responsibilities. Strong background in manufacturing operations, process improvement, and team management. Experience in the solar energy industry is preferred.
⦁ Technical Knowledge: In-depth understanding of manufacturing processes, equipment, and technologies relevant to solar production. Familiarity with quality management system, Lean Manufacturing principles, and Six Sigma methodologies is advantageous.
⦁ Leadership Skills: Demonstrated leadership abilities, including the ability to motivate and inspire teams, make tough decisions, and drive organizational change. Strong communication, negotiation, and conflict resolution skills are essential.
Compensation and Benefits:
Canadian Solar offers a competitive salary plus fully comprehensive benefits and performance bonus package based on an annual objective achievement. Our generous benefits package includes a 40l{k) Retirement Plan, medical/dental/life/disability program, PTO.
Canadian Solar Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer {EOE). Qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, disability, or veteran status.
