What are the responsibilities and job description for the Process Engineer Supervisor position at JINKO SOLAR U.S. INDUSTRIES INC.?
Department: Process
Job Title: Process Engineer Supervisor (Bilingual Preferred)
JOB PURPOSE
The Process Engineer Supervisor will lead a team of process engineers responsible for designing, optimizing, and maintaining manufacturing processes to ensure the efficient production of high-quality solar panels. You will play a crucial role in driving continuous improvement, implementing best practices, and ensuring compliance with safety, quality, and sustainability standards. Your leadership and technical expertise will be instrumental in supporting the company's growth and innovation within the solar energy industry.
JOB DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES
- Lead, mentor, and develop a team of process engineers. Provide guidance, set clear performance expectations, and foster a culture of collaboration and innovation.
- Oversee the design, development, and optimization of solar panel manufacturing processes. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure efficient and reliable production methods that meet quality and cost targets.
- Drive continuous improvement initiatives within the manufacturing process. Identify areas for enhancement, implement innovative solutions, and monitor the impact on production efficiency, product quality, and resource utilization.
- Ensure that manufacturing processes adhere to the highest quality standards. Develop and implement quality control measures, monitor process performance, and work with quality assurance teams to address any deviations.
- Prioritize the safety of all team members and ensure that manufacturing processes comply with safety regulations. Promote sustainable practices and work to minimize the environmental impact of manufacturing operations.
- Lead root cause analysis for process-related issues, develop corrective and preventive actions, and implement solutions to prevent reoccurrence.
- Create and maintain comprehensive documentation of manufacturing processes, including standard operating procedures, work instructions, and process flow diagrams.
- Work closely with research and development, production, quality assurance, and other departments to support the introduction of new products, resolve technical challenges, and ensure successful scale-up of manufacturing processes.
- Stay up-to-date with the latest advancements in solar panel manufacturing technologies, industry trends, and emerging best practices. Apply this knowledge to drive innovation and maintain a competitive edge.
- Coordinate process improvement projects, establish project goals, allocate resources, monitor progress, and ensure projects are delivered on time and within budget.
REQUIREMENTS & QUALIFICATIONS
- Bilingual (Mandarin, English) preferred.
- Bachelor's degree in engineering or a related field; master’s degree is a plus.
- 3–5 years of process engineering experience in solar panel manufacturing or a related industry, plus 5–10 years of supervisory experience
- Previous experience in a supervisory or leadership role.
- In-depth knowledge of manufacturing processes, especially related to solar panel assembly and testing.
- Strong problem-solving and analytical skills.
- Familiarity with quality management systems and continuous improvement methodologies (e.g., Six Sigma, Lean).
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Understanding of safety regulations and sustainability practices in manufacturing.
- Proficiency in project management.
PLACE OF JOB IN THE ORGANIZATIONAL STRUCTURE
Operations Manager / Director