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Lead- Program Manager Technology USA Job in Perrysburg, Ohio US
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Job Summary

Company
First Solar Inc
Location
Perrysburg, OH
Industries
Government and Military
Job Type
Full Time
Employee
Years of Experience
5+ to 7 Years
Job Reference Code
79056564

Lead- Program Manager Technology USA

About the Job

First Solar reserves the right to offer you a role most applicable to your experience and skillset.

Basic Job Functions:

Directly manages Program Managers and coordinates cross-functional teams associated with technology and product development programs. In addition, leads program management methodology continuous improvement initiatives, efficient investment risk management processes and program execution.

Individually, provides program management for complex cross-functional programs within the product and technology research and development arenas. Develops project plans, interfaces with Development Engineering, Technology, Product Management, Manufacturing, Corporate Engineering, Project Engineering, Quality and Reliability, Supply Chain, Finance, Environmental Health and Safety, and other departments as required.

Education/Experience:


BS Degree in Engineering or related technical field, required.
BS degree Electrical, Mechanical or Chemical Engineering, preferred.
MS Degree in Engineering Discipline, preferred.
MBA will be considered but must have technology experience.
7+ years' experience in Program Management
1+ years of experience Management of Entry Level Program Managers
5+ years' experience in Research and Development environment providing New Product / Process (development through roll out to high volume manufacturing) Program Management
7+ years' experience using MS Project or equivalent project management tools.
PMP or PgMP certification, required.

Required Skills/Competencies:


Demonstrated ability to manage and motivate others to accomplish objectives and gain desired results.
Demonstrated project management skills in a technology development environment.
Advanced understanding of Quality and Reliability requirements to bring new products or processes to manufacturing.
Advanced negotiation skills to obtain cooperation and commitment to project deliverables.
Advanced skills in all aspects of project planning and execution
Advanced proficiency in project management software - MS Project
Capable of providing program management for greater than 5 projects simultaneously
Communicates clearly, oral and written, across the organization.
Strong assertive characteristics to push projects through to completion.
Partners with stakeholders to coordinate resources, activities, and priorities for rapid project completion.
Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to assertively motivate project participants.
Proficient use of all Microsoft Office suite programs.

Essential Responsibilities:


Manages directly Program Managers and oversees cross functional teams associated with technology and product development programs.
Leads program management methodology continuous improvement initiatives required for efficient investment risk management and program execution.
Individually, provides program management for complex cross-functional programs and sub-program roll up within the Product and technology research & development arenas.
Independently builds project plans around existing technology project portfolio including timing for related or effected processes and systems.
Takes ownership of overall project schedule; Drives projects to completion on-time and on-budget.
Builds interfaces between organizations to ensure successful hand-offs.
Negotiate project goals and develop mitigation plans.
Manage program review meetings, track action items, and motivate program stakeholders.
Maintain software infrastructure to keep project plans and action items up to date.
Participates in projects for improvements and standardization of Program Management Information Systems and Methodologies
May Hire, Train, and Supervise Entry Level Program Managers
Other duties as assigned.
Job description subject to change at any time.

Reporting Relationships:


This position will report to the Director of Program Management, Technology
This position will have direct reports.

Travel:


5% - 10%

Estimated Annual Salary Range:


$123,000 - $170,000 Estimated Annual Salary Range

US Physical Requirements:


Will sit, stand or walk short distances for up to the entire duration of a shift.
Will climb stairs on an occasional basis.
Will lift, push or pull up to 27 pounds on an occasional basis.
Required to use hands to grasp, lift, handle, carry or feel objects on a frequent basis.
20/40 vision in each eye, with or without correction, is required.
Must be able to comply with all safety standards and procedures.
May reach above shoulder heights and below the waist on a frequent basis.
May stoop, kneel, or bend, on an occasional basis.
Ability to wear personal protective equipment is required (including but not limited to; steel toed shoes, gloves, safety glasses, hearing protection, protective jacket or apron and arm guards).

All positions in our office require interaction with people and technology while either standing or sitting. To best service our customers, internal and external, all associates must be able to communicate face-to-face and on the phone with or without reasonable accommodation. First Solar is committed to compliance with its obligations under all applicable state and federal laws prohibiting employment discrimination. In keeping with this commitment, it attempts to reasonably accommodate applicants and employees in accordance with the requirements of the disability discrimination laws. It also invites individuals with disabilities to participate in a good faith, interactive process to identify reasonable accommodations that can be made without imposing an undue hardship.

Potential candidates will meet the education and experience requirements provided on the above job description and excel in completing the listed responsibilities for this role. All candidates receiving an offer of employment must successfully complete a background check and any other tests that may be required.

Equal Opportunity Employer Statement:

First Solar is an Equal Opportunity Employer that values and respects the importance of a diverse and inclusive workforce. It is the policy of the company to recruit, hire, train and promote persons in all job titles without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation or gender identity. We recognize that diversity and inclusion is a driving force in the success of our company.
 
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