Summary of Position  We are seeking an experienced and results-driven Process and Manufacturing Engineering Manager to lead and oversee the development, optimization, and ongoing support of manufacturing processes within our solar module production operations in Burlington, Washington Facility. This role is essential for driving, improving, and sustaining equipment efficiency, product quality, and maximizing manufacturing line throughput and productivity. The manager will also be responsible for continuous development of the PFMEA, VSMs, and Standard Work Instruction.This role involves managing teams, developing strategies to improve productivity, and collaborating with other departments to optimize manufacturing operations. They are responsible for everything from hiring and training staff to overseeing project budgets and ensuring quality standards are met.Essential Duties and Responsibilities: Supervisory and leadership duties:<ul><li>Hiring, training, and managing manufacturing engineering staff, including performance evaluations and disciplinary actions.</li><li>Mentoring, coaching and supporting career development of direct reports</li><li>Strong communication skills within department and with other business units, local, corporate and other Silfab Solar plants nationwide.</li><li>Use Silfab values as the backbone to manage and lead the team</li></ul>Process Development and improvement:<ul><li>Developing, implementing, improving and sustaining manufacturing processes, procedures, and standards to optimize production efficiency, quality, and safety.</li><li>Responsible for developing and continuous improvement to the PFMEA and VSMs for the product and manufacturing lines.</li><li>Identify and implement kaizen projects to improve productivity &amp; efficiency.</li><li>Support the production team with data and analysis toward resolving other issues including those outside of engineering scope.</li><li>Hands-on root cause analysis on production, engineering, equipment, and maintenance issues.</li><li>Driving continuous improvement initiatives and lean manufacturing principles to enhance overall operational performance.</li><li>Work as a liaison between the New Product Development Team and operations on the implementation of new and future products. Responsible for transforming NPIs from R&amp;D phase into production phase, complying with project gate process.</li></ul>Project Management:<ul><li>Managing manufacturing engineering projects, including planning, scheduling, and budgeting, ensuring projects are on time and within budget.</li><li>Support the quotation of machinery or equipment required for the processes.</li><li>Project Management: Developing timelines, budgets, and scope of work for projects.</li><li>Projects and process improvements (implementation, analysis, and process improvements)</li><li>Support Equipment Runoff @ OEM</li><li>Collaborating with the Operations Team on Program Deliverables</li><li>PFMEAs Review / Simulation Review / Control Plans / Launch Deliverables</li><li>Support Plant Equipment Install / Debug / Launch / Continuous Improvement</li><li>Actively participate in meetings with the plants to support and meet the project deliverables.</li><li>Support all sites with troubleshooting activities, provide solutions and support for process concerns or improvement.</li><li>Automation troubleshooting, new equipment installation and modifications.</li><li>Ensure equipment and systems comply with relevant standards and legislation.</li><li>Establish equipment installation board and review weekly/daily with OEM and contractors.</li><li>Develop and lead trial runs at all sites.</li></ul>

Silfab Solar is the North American leader in the design, development and manufacture of high-efficiency, premium quality PV modules. Silfab leverages more than 40 years of solar experience and best-in-class technologies to produce the highest- rated solar modules. Silfab operates state-of-the-art facilities in the state of Washington and Toronto, Canada and will soon be manufacturing solar cells and PV modules in Fort Mill, South Carolina. Each facility features multiple automated production lines, an ISO 9001:2015-accredited Quality Management System, and just-in-time manufacturing to deliver Buy American approved PV modules specifically designed for and dedicated to the North American market. Visit www.silfabsolar.com for more information.

Process and Manufacturing Engineering Manager

Summary of Position &nbsp;We are seeking an experienced and results-driven Process and Manufacturing Engineering Manager to lead and oversee the development, optimization, and ongoing support of manufacturing processes within our solar module production operations in Burlington, Washington Facility. This role is essential for driving, improving, and sustaining equipment efficiency, product quality, and maximizing manufacturing line throughput and productivity. The manager will also be responsible for continuous development of the PFMEA, VSMs, and Standard Work Instruction.This role involves managing teams, developing strategies to improve productivity, and collaborating with other departments to optimize manufacturing operations. They are responsible for everything from hiring and training staff to overseeing project budgets and ensuring quality standards are met.Essential Duties and Responsibilities:&nbsp;Supervisory and leadership duties:<ul><li>Hiring, training, and managing manufacturing engineering staff, including performance evaluations and disciplinary actions.</li><li>Mentoring, coaching and supporting career development of direct reports</li><li>Strong communication skills within department and with other business units, local, corporate and other Silfab Solar plants nationwide.</li><li>Use Silfab values as the backbone to manage and lead the team</li></ul>Process Development and improvement:<ul><li>Developing, implementing, improving and sustaining manufacturing processes, procedures, and standards to optimize production efficiency, quality, and safety.</li><li>Responsible for developing and continuous improvement to the PFMEA and VSMs for the product and manufacturing lines.</li><li>Identify and implement kaizen projects to improve productivity &amp; efficiency.</li><li>Support the production team with data and analysis toward resolving other issues including those outside of engineering scope.</li><li>Hands-on root cause analysis on production, engineering, equipment, and maintenance issues.</li><li>Driving continuous improvement initiatives and lean manufacturing principles to enhance overall operational performance.</li><li>Work as a liaison between the New Product Development Team and operations on the implementation of new and future products. Responsible for transforming NPIs from R&amp;D phase into production phase, complying with project gate process.</li></ul>Project Management:<ul><li>Managing manufacturing engineering projects, including planning, scheduling, and budgeting, ensuring projects are on time and within budget.</li><li>Support the quotation of machinery or equipment required for the processes.</li><li>Project Management: Developing timelines, budgets, and scope of work for projects.</li><li>Projects and process improvements (implementation, analysis, and process improvements)</li><li>Support Equipment Runoff @ OEM</li><li>Collaborating with the Operations Team on Program Deliverables</li><li>PFMEAs Review / Simulation Review / Control Plans / Launch Deliverables</li><li>Support Plant Equipment Install / Debug / Launch / Continuous Improvement</li><li>Actively participate in meetings with the plants to support and meet the project deliverables.</li><li>Support all sites with troubleshooting activities, provide solutions and support for process concerns or improvement.</li><li>Automation troubleshooting, new equipment installation and modifications.</li><li>Ensure equipment and systems comply with relevant standards and legislation.</li><li>Establish equipment installation board and review weekly/daily with OEM and contractors.</li><li>Develop and lead trial runs at all sites.</li></ul>

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