Job Description

Powering Positive Change\xe2\x84\xa2

In a world of constant change, the only way to make a meaningful impact is to stay ahead of the curve. That\xe2\x80\x99s why at Maxeon Solar Technologies we\xe2\x80\x99ve been pushing the boundaries of solar innovation every day for 35 years \xe2\x80\x93 from the very edge of outer space to countless rooftops below.

Our highly advanced solar products are powering the fight against climate change in more than 100 countries around the globe. And our brilliant, passionate, and driven team of more than 5,000 people globally are Powering Positive Change\xe2\x84\xa2 every day.

Are you ready to power positive change?

SUMMARY OF ROLE

To manage and oversee Photovoltaic Lab Operation and continuously support production and R&D improvement/cost reduction project in providing reliability testing scope.

Operations:

• Assess, plan, establish, organize, direct, control, and coordinate reliability lab activities, test capabilities, and capacities
• Manage all Reliability and failure analysis (FA) Lab operations.
• Ensure equipment preventive maintenance is performed \xe2\x80\x93 as scheduled
• Ensure equipment calibration is performed with daily calibration, uniformity, MSA, temperature and humidity profile monitoring.
• Responsible to coordinate and schedule loading plans with regular feedback to internal customers
• Initiate purchase requests (PR) and orders (PO) for all spares and tools as needed
• Responsible for maintaining all records and traceability for Reliability or FA requests \xe2\x80\x93 sample handling, storage retention, disposition and data archiving.
• Maintain weekly updates on key performance indicators (KPI, dashboard), such as failure rates, on-time delivery, tool incidences and others
• Thorough planning and management of lab supplies, consumables, and spare parts.
• Weekly update to management on lab operation status.
• Define and drive a continuous improvement plan for the Lab
• Always complies to the Environment, Health and Safety and Manufacturing Quality standards, rules and regulations
• Performs other duties may be assigned

Supervision:

• Lead and guide Technicians, Interns, Junior Engineers and Operators to assigned tasks
• Define Roles & Responsibilities for the operational team
• Provide guidelines for each testing procedure, work instructions and equipment maintenance
• Develop and provide training plans for new hires, refresher and cross training as applicable

Compliance and Regulations

• Assure system and documentation are updated
• Work on continuous updates for identified risks (HIRAC)
• Install and sustain 5S according to site guidelines and automation support
• Responsible for updating and maintaining all standard operating procedures (SOP) pertaining to Reliability or FA Lab operations.
• Ensure testing is done correctly and in accordance to defined procedures.

Engineering:

• Provide guidance to requestors on sampling plans and strategy for engineering changes
• Support for Reliability and FA test reports
• Out of Control Action Plan (OCAP) performance monitoring and updates
• Identify test improvement opportunities
• Represent the Reliability Lab during System Audits & Process audits
• Support on new tool qualification and setup
• Align with other Labs at Maxeon to streamline established processes
• Participate in SPS and Kaizen activities as needed
• Participate in Reliability Team meetings across other sites for alignment
• Monitor all operational costs within approved budgets and work on cost reduction opportunities
• Ensure that project milestones and deliverables are met

Related Experience & Educational Requirements:

• B.S. degree in Engineering and 4+ years of related experience or M.S. Degree and 2+ years or Ph.D. and 0+ years
• Demonstrated problem-solving ability using statistical and process knowledge
• Familiar with data analysis tools such as JMP or Minitab
• Define and establish statistical process control charts and PFMEA as needed
• Experience with product, test development engineering, and hands-on experience in Reliability testing methodologies according to industry standards.
• Demonstrated ability to communicate and work effectively with cross-functional teams, management teams, and customers.
• Good software skills in Microsoft Excel, Word, PowerPoint.
• Knowledge of quality control tools such as Flowchart and Fishbone diagram, 8D problem-solving tool, and SPC such as control charts and histograms.
• Able to communicate in English as the primary language. Good writing skills in English.
• Good verbal communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to coordinate priorities and initiatives.
• Lab startup experience would be an advantage.
• Proven ability to strive for continuous improvement.

• Good written and verbal communication skills
• Willing to travel in Asia and the US up to 5% of the time

Preferred requirements

• Proven record of working very effectively and efficiently
• Basic familiarity with solar cell and solar panel manufacturing
• Substantial knowledge in reliability engineering and testing
• Good understanding of people and business principles
• Solid knowledge of laboratory and equipment safety standards

Safety Compliance

Your safety is our number one priority at Maxeon. All our employees must complete regular workplace safety training and comply with our mandatory safety standards.

Equal Employment Opportunity

It is Maxeon\xe2\x80\x99s policy to provide equal employment opportunity to all applicants and employees. Maxeon will not tolerate unlawful discrimination against any applicant or employee because of race, color, national origin or ancestry, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), gender identity, age, religion, disability, family care status, veteran status, marital status, sexual orientation, or any other basis protected by national, local, state or federal laws or regulations.

Maxeon Solar Technologies