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Friday, July 30, 2010
Wednesday, July 28, 2010
5275 - Senior Quality Manager – Global Audit - San Jose, CA
Reporting to Vice President, Global Quality and Customer Satisfaction, this newly created position is chartered expand our strategic quality initiative for PSC (Prevention, Simplification and Customer Satisfaction) and ensure global compliance to our quality systems. This person will also coordinate global ISO 9001 periodic and certification audits with the external certification body. By closely monitoring compliance and implementing improvements to our Quality Management System foundation, the goal is to ensure end-to–end continual improvement, world-class quality, and customer satisfaction. Through identification of PSC findings and suggestions for improvement, the role will enable other groups to prioritize top gaps for best allocation of resources. We are looking for an experienced quality professional with outstanding track record to lead these efforts through best practices for auditing and engagement. Team player, results oriented and hands-on driver. Has a positive, optimistic, “can-do” attitude. Wants to win and manage effectively on both the strategic and tactical issues --- and ready to switch between the two. Possess strong leadership and team building skills, and ability to motivate others.
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
• MS in Engineering discipline and/or MBA.
• 10+ years of Quality Management
• Solar industry experience is a plus.
• 5+ years Lead Auditor experience internally or at suppliers
• Experience working with executive level.
• Demonstrated skills/background in improving quality systems and customer satisfaction.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
• Improve and expand the PSC Initiative, and serve as Internal Quality Audit Program Manager globally.
o Auditor Management and Training.
Build network (matrix) of trained quality auditors globally who support PSC audits across the company.
Create network of cross functional supporting auditors and provide training.
o Audit Planning. Manage schedules for Internal and External Audits globally including PSC, ISO 9001, Product, Process, & QMS audits. Take into account status and importance of areas to be audited and results of previous audits (of all types) when setting audit plans. Note that site quality organizations are responsible for conducting their own product, process and QMS audits, but this position has global oversight and review of frequency and results.
o PSC Auditing Be the lead auditor (or assign) for PSC audits in the plan. Focus audits on foundation activities including documentation, MRB, Customer responsiveness, and training. Ensure timely release of reports and issuance of value added findings.
o PSC Audit follow-up and support Ensure auditor support for validation of finding closures as well as supporting/enabling each group which is PSC audited. Promote PSC benefits to each organization to create ‘pull’ and enthusiasm for resourcing improvements.
o Process Ownership
Upgrade documentation to reflect PSC 2.0 changes.
Gather feedback on PSC 2.0 and continually improve the process.
Be the process owner for Internal Audit Module in CATSWeb – responsible for suggesting, getting buy-in from site quality groups, and prioritizing changes to the database (fields, notifications, reports, escalations, drop-down lists, links, etc). Ensure standardization for global applicability as well as flexibility for site customization if needed.
o Reporting - Track and report on metrics for audit programs globally including PSC Scores, non-conformance closure cycle time, effectiveness of corrective and preventive actions taken, & Process and Product defect rates (DPPM or DPMO). Provide reports including Trend, Pareto and 3WI for Operations Reviews, Quality Staff Meetings and Management Reviews. Ensure top management of PSC audited groups is aware of findings and opportunities.
o Standardization & Globalization – Share best practices with other internal audit groups such as Finance (SOX) and Facilities/Safety (EMS). Work to standardize audit systems where practical.
• ISO 9001 compliance at San Jose Headquarters.
o Scheduling and readiness prior to surveillance or recertification audits
o Employee Quality training (e.g. Quality On-boarding)
o External Audit finding follow-ups and closure
• Some travel will be required to conduct audits and validate results at SunPower sites globally.
QUALIFICATIONS
• Solid track record of Quality Management and continual improvement results.
• History of ability to engage and motivate auditees at all levels (top management to line workers) to resolve non-conformances, and drive continual improvement.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills. Ability to effectively present information and interface with executives, managers, customers, suppliers, etc.
• Exceptional ability to solve problems and coordinate with global team members. Problem analysis/resolution at both a strategic and functional level. Ability to define problems, collect data, discern facts, root cause analysis, draw valid conclusions and influence decisions.
• Strong business/financial orientation, including in-depth understanding of New Product Introduction processes and/or Cost of Poor Quality.
• Team player, capable of working in a highly collaborative and dynamic environment.
• Honest, open, candid, high personal Integrity; and not a political manager.
• Strong Customer Focus. Previous experience leading and partnering cross functional teams to improve customer satisfaction. Use of ‘Voice of the Customer’.
• Experience and knowledge in a broad range of quality best practices and industry codes and standards.
In addition to offering a competitive compensation package, SunPower is a company committed to offering a benefits package that provides security and well-being to its employees and their eligible dependents, including domestic partners.
Please send resume to David.Sneed@sunpowercorp.com.
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
• MS in Engineering discipline and/or MBA.
• 10+ years of Quality Management
• Solar industry experience is a plus.
• 5+ years Lead Auditor experience internally or at suppliers
• Experience working with executive level.
• Demonstrated skills/background in improving quality systems and customer satisfaction.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
• Improve and expand the PSC Initiative, and serve as Internal Quality Audit Program Manager globally.
o Auditor Management and Training.
Build network (matrix) of trained quality auditors globally who support PSC audits across the company.
Create network of cross functional supporting auditors and provide training.
o Audit Planning. Manage schedules for Internal and External Audits globally including PSC, ISO 9001, Product, Process, & QMS audits. Take into account status and importance of areas to be audited and results of previous audits (of all types) when setting audit plans. Note that site quality organizations are responsible for conducting their own product, process and QMS audits, but this position has global oversight and review of frequency and results.
o PSC Auditing Be the lead auditor (or assign) for PSC audits in the plan. Focus audits on foundation activities including documentation, MRB, Customer responsiveness, and training. Ensure timely release of reports and issuance of value added findings.
o PSC Audit follow-up and support Ensure auditor support for validation of finding closures as well as supporting/enabling each group which is PSC audited. Promote PSC benefits to each organization to create ‘pull’ and enthusiasm for resourcing improvements.
o Process Ownership
Upgrade documentation to reflect PSC 2.0 changes.
Gather feedback on PSC 2.0 and continually improve the process.
Be the process owner for Internal Audit Module in CATSWeb – responsible for suggesting, getting buy-in from site quality groups, and prioritizing changes to the database (fields, notifications, reports, escalations, drop-down lists, links, etc). Ensure standardization for global applicability as well as flexibility for site customization if needed.
o Reporting - Track and report on metrics for audit programs globally including PSC Scores, non-conformance closure cycle time, effectiveness of corrective and preventive actions taken, & Process and Product defect rates (DPPM or DPMO). Provide reports including Trend, Pareto and 3WI for Operations Reviews, Quality Staff Meetings and Management Reviews. Ensure top management of PSC audited groups is aware of findings and opportunities.
o Standardization & Globalization – Share best practices with other internal audit groups such as Finance (SOX) and Facilities/Safety (EMS). Work to standardize audit systems where practical.
• ISO 9001 compliance at San Jose Headquarters.
o Scheduling and readiness prior to surveillance or recertification audits
o Employee Quality training (e.g. Quality On-boarding)
o External Audit finding follow-ups and closure
• Some travel will be required to conduct audits and validate results at SunPower sites globally.
QUALIFICATIONS
• Solid track record of Quality Management and continual improvement results.
• History of ability to engage and motivate auditees at all levels (top management to line workers) to resolve non-conformances, and drive continual improvement.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills. Ability to effectively present information and interface with executives, managers, customers, suppliers, etc.
• Exceptional ability to solve problems and coordinate with global team members. Problem analysis/resolution at both a strategic and functional level. Ability to define problems, collect data, discern facts, root cause analysis, draw valid conclusions and influence decisions.
• Strong business/financial orientation, including in-depth understanding of New Product Introduction processes and/or Cost of Poor Quality.
• Team player, capable of working in a highly collaborative and dynamic environment.
• Honest, open, candid, high personal Integrity; and not a political manager.
• Strong Customer Focus. Previous experience leading and partnering cross functional teams to improve customer satisfaction. Use of ‘Voice of the Customer’.
• Experience and knowledge in a broad range of quality best practices and industry codes and standards.
In addition to offering a competitive compensation package, SunPower is a company committed to offering a benefits package that provides security and well-being to its employees and their eligible dependents, including domestic partners.
Please send resume to David.Sneed@sunpowercorp.com.
Monday, July 26, 2010
Friday, July 23, 2010
Thursday, July 15, 2010
Wednesday, July 14, 2010
Tuesday, July 13, 2010
4905 - Sr. Software Developer - San Jose, CA
We are looking for an experienced Software Engineer to design and implement next generation of web-based customer facing applications and internal tools for SunPower, one of the largest and most successful solar companies in the world. This is a great role for a software developer to have a direct impact on the adoption rate of solar renewable energy. You can truly make a difference here.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
• Jointly design, implement and enhance suite of highly visible web applications in Flex and AJAX.
• Involved in all phases of development from design to production rollout and post production support.
• Exercise development process best-practices with the team.
• Learn and enhance UI framework underpinning all SunPower Flex Apps
• Interact with a diverse set of stakeholders, including engineers, product manager, User interface designer, information technology staff, and management to refine application specifications, behavior and requirements
• Work with QA team to make sure Flex Application quality meets release criteria and make required fixes to Flex applications
• Work with the development team on profiling the user interface performance and making required changes to meet performance metrics
Experience & Skills
• BS in Computer Science or equivalent experience; MS in CS or technical field a plus.
• Minimum 5 years of professional software engineering experience in the full software life cycle developing large scale Web based applications, 3+ years of experience developing Rich UI in Flex and/or Ajax is preferred – although any native UI experience will be considered
• Strong, demonstrated understanding of innovative, user-centered web interfaces and associated web techniques, and RIA technologies (Flex and AJAX)
• Experience with.Net technologies a major plus, although deep experience and understanding of any common web development tool set (e.g., LAMP, Tomcat/Java, etc.) is great to see.
• Must have been a core member of a highly successful product development team with major architectural and programming contributions
•Understanding and appreciation for high quality code and associated best practices
• Must be an excellent team-player with strong time-management and creative problem solving skills and demonstrated ability to work as part of a team of developers
•Ability to work in a deadline oriented, and fast paced environment
• Excellent sense of development/QA/release process
• Willingness and ability to quickly learn new technologies
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Programming Skills
Flex2 &3, JavaScript (AJAX), XML, C# or Java, .Net framework.
Position is based in San Jose, CA.
Please send resume to David.Sneed@sunpowercorp.com.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
• Jointly design, implement and enhance suite of highly visible web applications in Flex and AJAX.
• Involved in all phases of development from design to production rollout and post production support.
• Exercise development process best-practices with the team.
• Learn and enhance UI framework underpinning all SunPower Flex Apps
• Interact with a diverse set of stakeholders, including engineers, product manager, User interface designer, information technology staff, and management to refine application specifications, behavior and requirements
• Work with QA team to make sure Flex Application quality meets release criteria and make required fixes to Flex applications
• Work with the development team on profiling the user interface performance and making required changes to meet performance metrics
Experience & Skills
• BS in Computer Science or equivalent experience; MS in CS or technical field a plus.
• Minimum 5 years of professional software engineering experience in the full software life cycle developing large scale Web based applications, 3+ years of experience developing Rich UI in Flex and/or Ajax is preferred – although any native UI experience will be considered
• Strong, demonstrated understanding of innovative, user-centered web interfaces and associated web techniques, and RIA technologies (Flex and AJAX)
• Experience with.Net technologies a major plus, although deep experience and understanding of any common web development tool set (e.g., LAMP, Tomcat/Java, etc.) is great to see.
• Must have been a core member of a highly successful product development team with major architectural and programming contributions
•Understanding and appreciation for high quality code and associated best practices
• Must be an excellent team-player with strong time-management and creative problem solving skills and demonstrated ability to work as part of a team of developers
•Ability to work in a deadline oriented, and fast paced environment
• Excellent sense of development/QA/release process
• Willingness and ability to quickly learn new technologies
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Programming Skills
Flex2 &3, JavaScript (AJAX), XML, C# or Java, .Net framework.
Position is based in San Jose, CA.
Please send resume to David.Sneed@sunpowercorp.com.
Friday, July 9, 2010
Wednesday, July 7, 2010
5014 - Governance, Senior Manager, IT - San Jose, CA
The Governance, Senior Manager, IT will be responsible for IT governance, vendor management office and IT Project Management Office (PMO) at SunPower. This position will report to the Director Applications Delivery.
This position will interface closely with the Director of IT Operations, Director of Applications Delivery, Chief Information Officer, and various IT and functional business managers/Directors. To succeed in this role, you will possess detail-oriented execution skills, overall business savvy, strong communication abilities and a focus on service excellence.
In addition, the Senior Manager, IT will be responsible for planning, budgeting, people management, career development, quality management, compliance and other typical team leadership responsibilities for their team.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
• IT Governance:
o Define the overall structure, company processes and IT and business role accountability for overall IT governance function.
o Overall responsibility for Stage Gate process used to govern IT projects.
o Ensure alignment of IT strategy with overall business strategy and goals
o Facilitate Enterprise Architecture team
o Facilitate cross functional Change Control Review Board forum
o Document IT policy and principles
o Coordinate Internal Audit and Sox requirements with IT teams
o Maintain Process Maps coordinating with global and sub process owners
o Own IT measurement and survey processes. Focus on continuous improvement and identify opportunities to provide IT related services more efficiently and effectively
• Vendor Management Office:
o Define process used to monitor performance of outsourced providers to ensure adequate and continuously improving service levels.
o Define key metrics in support of monitoring process.
o Define and monitor quality of key documents related to vendor relationships, such as master service contracts, and statements of work (SOW) for work being executed by third party providers
o
• Project Management office:
o Define standard planning methodologies used to ensure consistent and repeatable project development performance
o Maintain top level IT plan (A3) used to ensure alignment of business and IT
o Define skills set and curriculums required for key project roles such as project managers and IT analysts
o Partner with senior IT and business management and peers to define application and infrastructure roadmaps for the IT strategic plan.
Necessary Skills
• Extensive knowledge of Software Development Lifecycle (SDLC) processes.
• Strong judgment and decision making abilities.
• Strong verbal and written communication / presentation abilities, including facilitation, negotiation, presentation and demonstration.
• Client-facing Skills: business networking, consulting and partnering, influence
• Excellent organizational skills. Self-motivated with the ability to work independently with minimal supervision
• Good people management skills, including recruiting, mentoring, and career development.
• Familiarity and successful working experience using key process excellence and quality principles such as Six Sigma, 8D, Process Enterprise. Familiarity and successful working experience with applicable industry standards such as PMP, CMM, ITIL, and ISO 9001
Related Experience & Educational Requirements
• Bachelors degree in Information Technology or related field; MBA a plus.
• 10+ years experience in a combination of IT development, program management and line management preferably at a ‘Big 4’ Consulting firm.
• ERP experience, preferably Oracle ERP.
• Proven leadership and influencing abilities from core team up through executive levels.
• Strong stakeholder management, communications, and facilitation experience across the full lifecycle of complex products.
• Proven ability to hire, train and motivate a team.
• Deep expertise and successful working experience with IT Service Providers covering all phases of the systems development lifecycle. Experience in contract negotiations and documents review.
• Hands on experience with all aspects of the project lifecycle, including detailed deliverable development as well as team management at all levels.
• Project management experience, management of project managers preferred.
Please send resume to David.Sneed@sunpowercorp.com.
This position will interface closely with the Director of IT Operations, Director of Applications Delivery, Chief Information Officer, and various IT and functional business managers/Directors. To succeed in this role, you will possess detail-oriented execution skills, overall business savvy, strong communication abilities and a focus on service excellence.
In addition, the Senior Manager, IT will be responsible for planning, budgeting, people management, career development, quality management, compliance and other typical team leadership responsibilities for their team.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
• IT Governance:
o Define the overall structure, company processes and IT and business role accountability for overall IT governance function.
o Overall responsibility for Stage Gate process used to govern IT projects.
o Ensure alignment of IT strategy with overall business strategy and goals
o Facilitate Enterprise Architecture team
o Facilitate cross functional Change Control Review Board forum
o Document IT policy and principles
o Coordinate Internal Audit and Sox requirements with IT teams
o Maintain Process Maps coordinating with global and sub process owners
o Own IT measurement and survey processes. Focus on continuous improvement and identify opportunities to provide IT related services more efficiently and effectively
• Vendor Management Office:
o Define process used to monitor performance of outsourced providers to ensure adequate and continuously improving service levels.
o Define key metrics in support of monitoring process.
o Define and monitor quality of key documents related to vendor relationships, such as master service contracts, and statements of work (SOW) for work being executed by third party providers
o
• Project Management office:
o Define standard planning methodologies used to ensure consistent and repeatable project development performance
o Maintain top level IT plan (A3) used to ensure alignment of business and IT
o Define skills set and curriculums required for key project roles such as project managers and IT analysts
o Partner with senior IT and business management and peers to define application and infrastructure roadmaps for the IT strategic plan.
Necessary Skills
• Extensive knowledge of Software Development Lifecycle (SDLC) processes.
• Strong judgment and decision making abilities.
• Strong verbal and written communication / presentation abilities, including facilitation, negotiation, presentation and demonstration.
• Client-facing Skills: business networking, consulting and partnering, influence
• Excellent organizational skills. Self-motivated with the ability to work independently with minimal supervision
• Good people management skills, including recruiting, mentoring, and career development.
• Familiarity and successful working experience using key process excellence and quality principles such as Six Sigma, 8D, Process Enterprise. Familiarity and successful working experience with applicable industry standards such as PMP, CMM, ITIL, and ISO 9001
Related Experience & Educational Requirements
• Bachelors degree in Information Technology or related field; MBA a plus.
• 10+ years experience in a combination of IT development, program management and line management preferably at a ‘Big 4’ Consulting firm.
• ERP experience, preferably Oracle ERP.
• Proven leadership and influencing abilities from core team up through executive levels.
• Strong stakeholder management, communications, and facilitation experience across the full lifecycle of complex products.
• Proven ability to hire, train and motivate a team.
• Deep expertise and successful working experience with IT Service Providers covering all phases of the systems development lifecycle. Experience in contract negotiations and documents review.
• Hands on experience with all aspects of the project lifecycle, including detailed deliverable development as well as team management at all levels.
• Project management experience, management of project managers preferred.
Please send resume to David.Sneed@sunpowercorp.com.
5232 - NPI Operations Program Manager - San Jose or Richmond, CA
The solar electric industry is an exciting and rapidly growing business, providing excellent career opportunities and the great satisfaction of having a positive impact on the environment. SunPower Corporation (Nasdaq: SPWRA and SPWRB) designs, manufactures and delivers high-performance solar electric systems worldwide for residential, commercial and utility-scale power plant customers. SunPower high-efficiency solar cells and solar panels generate up to 50 percent more power than conventional solar technologies and have a uniquely attractive, all-black appearance. With headquarters in San Jose, Calif., SunPower has offices in North America, Europe, Australia and Asia. For more information on SunPower please visit the SunPower website at www.sunpowercorp.com.
Summary
This New Products Introduction (NPI) Operations Program Manager position will be responsible for managing Operations/Supply Chain activities for specific SunPower Products through the full life cycle- concept, design, prototype, production and end of life. This position will work closely with R&D, Engineering, Quality and other Operational functions to insure the products are robust enough to achieve Cost, Quality, and Delivery objectives throughout the Product Life Cycle. This position will work within the Operations/Supply Chain organization.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
• Manage all Operations/Supply Chain activities for assigned SunPower Products through the full life cycle- concept, design, prototype, production and end of life.
• Core team member for Product Development Team(s) through Stage Gate (Lifecycle) Process
• Develop Operations/Manufacturing Strategy for the assigned Product
• With support from Commodity Management, develop overall Supply Chain/Materials Strategy for the assigned Product
• Liaison with commodity managers throughout the supply chain organization to identify potential suppliers and develop sourcing strategies for a wide variety of components.
• Own the Product/BOM cost as it evolves. Be the single point of contact for collecting volume bids for all components and for maintaining the product BOM cost as it evolves.
• Analyze Product designs relative to DF* Criteria (Design-For-Manufacturability, Design-For-Assembly, Design-For-Constructability, Design-For-Logistics, Design-For-Supply Chain).
• With support from Commodity Management, analyze supply chain design and postponement options for optimal, lean supply chain that achieves high customer service levels.
• With Engineering, contribute to FMEA Analysis on product design
• Drive second-sourcing qualification activities at component level
• Review and approve all product specifications prior to ECO release
• With Engineering, develop Qualification Control Plan and Test Plan
• With Engineering, drive the Part Number creation process
• With Engineering, execute or source packaging design / specifications.
• With Engineering and Supplier Quality Engineering, develop Quality Control Plans for manufacturing
• With Supplier Quality Engineering, conduct suppliers’ qualification audits
• Manage all ECO cut-in / phase in process for the smooth integration of product changes
• Analyze ECO cut-in / phase-in to achieve optimal cost, quality, delivery objectives
• Support Material Review Board (MRB) toward dispositioning Non-Conforming product.
• Drive resolution of Non-Conforming product/specification related issues.
• Conduct First-Article Inspections on new products and revisions
• Conduct CpK studies on relevant manufacturing process
• Monitor and react to quality and reliability excursions through product life cycle.
• Support Engineering with Purchase Orders issuance to Suppliers on “uncontrolled” BOM for proto-typing, first article, miscellaneous material requisitions and ramp production MRP requirements.
• Drive value-engineering cost improvement activity.
• Drive design of fixtures and tooling’s to support/improve manufacturing productivity & efficiency of outsourced products.
• Execute smooth transitions to production buyers as necessary.
• Drive continuous improvement on all relevant operational processes.
Education and Experience
• 8-10 Years plus experience in operations, program management or commodity management.
• B.S. Degree in Electrical Engineering or equivalent, Industrial Engineering, or Supply Chain Management a plus/
• Ideal candidate has significant experience in bringing fabricated, electronic or electro-mechanical products to market.
Qualifications
• Knowledge & experience in operations, program management, NPI commodity management or product engineering
• Extensive knowledge of solar manufacturing
• Extensive knowledge in DF* methodologies
• Extensive knowledge in multiple electronics mfg processes.
• Extensive knowledge in Statistics, Process, and Process Capability assessment.
• Familiarity with global supply chain operations for direct material procurement.
• Knowledge and experience with Continuous Improvement and Six Sigma methodologies.
• Knowledge and experience with ISO9000 requirements and their deployment.
• Knowledge and experience in the use of Oracle ERP system is preferred.
• Expertise in the use of Microsoft Excel and MS Projects required.
• Proven track record in value-engineering cost reduction.
Desired Individual Qualities
• Comfortable with up to 25% domestic and international travels.
• Tenacious problem solver – can accurately assess, solve, implement, and communicate outcomes of problems
• Excellent written and verbal communications skills. Fluent in English.
• Exceptional ability to solve problems and coordinate with global team members.
• Ability to work in a rapid pace, very dynamic and changing environment.
SunPower offers an attractive compensation package that consists of a competitive salary and equity. The company offers an array of employee benefits.
Please send resume to David.Sneed@sunpowercorp.com.
Summary
This New Products Introduction (NPI) Operations Program Manager position will be responsible for managing Operations/Supply Chain activities for specific SunPower Products through the full life cycle- concept, design, prototype, production and end of life. This position will work closely with R&D, Engineering, Quality and other Operational functions to insure the products are robust enough to achieve Cost, Quality, and Delivery objectives throughout the Product Life Cycle. This position will work within the Operations/Supply Chain organization.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
• Manage all Operations/Supply Chain activities for assigned SunPower Products through the full life cycle- concept, design, prototype, production and end of life.
• Core team member for Product Development Team(s) through Stage Gate (Lifecycle) Process
• Develop Operations/Manufacturing Strategy for the assigned Product
• With support from Commodity Management, develop overall Supply Chain/Materials Strategy for the assigned Product
• Liaison with commodity managers throughout the supply chain organization to identify potential suppliers and develop sourcing strategies for a wide variety of components.
• Own the Product/BOM cost as it evolves. Be the single point of contact for collecting volume bids for all components and for maintaining the product BOM cost as it evolves.
• Analyze Product designs relative to DF* Criteria (Design-For-Manufacturability, Design-For-Assembly, Design-For-Constructability, Design-For-Logistics, Design-For-Supply Chain).
• With support from Commodity Management, analyze supply chain design and postponement options for optimal, lean supply chain that achieves high customer service levels.
• With Engineering, contribute to FMEA Analysis on product design
• Drive second-sourcing qualification activities at component level
• Review and approve all product specifications prior to ECO release
• With Engineering, develop Qualification Control Plan and Test Plan
• With Engineering, drive the Part Number creation process
• With Engineering, execute or source packaging design / specifications.
• With Engineering and Supplier Quality Engineering, develop Quality Control Plans for manufacturing
• With Supplier Quality Engineering, conduct suppliers’ qualification audits
• Manage all ECO cut-in / phase in process for the smooth integration of product changes
• Analyze ECO cut-in / phase-in to achieve optimal cost, quality, delivery objectives
• Support Material Review Board (MRB) toward dispositioning Non-Conforming product.
• Drive resolution of Non-Conforming product/specification related issues.
• Conduct First-Article Inspections on new products and revisions
• Conduct CpK studies on relevant manufacturing process
• Monitor and react to quality and reliability excursions through product life cycle.
• Support Engineering with Purchase Orders issuance to Suppliers on “uncontrolled” BOM for proto-typing, first article, miscellaneous material requisitions and ramp production MRP requirements.
• Drive value-engineering cost improvement activity.
• Drive design of fixtures and tooling’s to support/improve manufacturing productivity & efficiency of outsourced products.
• Execute smooth transitions to production buyers as necessary.
• Drive continuous improvement on all relevant operational processes.
Education and Experience
• 8-10 Years plus experience in operations, program management or commodity management.
• B.S. Degree in Electrical Engineering or equivalent, Industrial Engineering, or Supply Chain Management a plus/
• Ideal candidate has significant experience in bringing fabricated, electronic or electro-mechanical products to market.
Qualifications
• Knowledge & experience in operations, program management, NPI commodity management or product engineering
• Extensive knowledge of solar manufacturing
• Extensive knowledge in DF* methodologies
• Extensive knowledge in multiple electronics mfg processes.
• Extensive knowledge in Statistics, Process, and Process Capability assessment.
• Familiarity with global supply chain operations for direct material procurement.
• Knowledge and experience with Continuous Improvement and Six Sigma methodologies.
• Knowledge and experience with ISO9000 requirements and their deployment.
• Knowledge and experience in the use of Oracle ERP system is preferred.
• Expertise in the use of Microsoft Excel and MS Projects required.
• Proven track record in value-engineering cost reduction.
Desired Individual Qualities
• Comfortable with up to 25% domestic and international travels.
• Tenacious problem solver – can accurately assess, solve, implement, and communicate outcomes of problems
• Excellent written and verbal communications skills. Fluent in English.
• Exceptional ability to solve problems and coordinate with global team members.
• Ability to work in a rapid pace, very dynamic and changing environment.
SunPower offers an attractive compensation package that consists of a competitive salary and equity. The company offers an array of employee benefits.
Please send resume to David.Sneed@sunpowercorp.com.
5229 - R&D Field Project Manager - Richmond, CA
The solar electric industry is an exciting and rapidly growing business, providing excellent career opportunities and the great satisfaction of having a positive impact on the environment. SunPower Corporation (Nasdaq: SPWRA and SPWRB) designs, manufactures and delivers high-performance solar electric systems worldwide for residential, commercial and utility-scale power plant customers. SunPower high-efficiency solar cells and solar panels generate up to 50 percent more power than conventional solar technologies and have a uniquely attractive, all-black appearance. With headquarters in San Jose, Calif., SunPower has offices in North America, Europe, Australia and Asia. For more information on SunPower please visit the SunPower website at www.sunpowercorp.com.
SUMMARY
The Ground Mount R&D Project Manager coordinates and oversees the technical aspects of new product launches at assigned commercial installations. Ground Mount R&D Project Manager reports to the Manager, Ground Mount Product Development.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following. Other duties may be assigned
•Develop, improve, and document installation and assembly processes for new products
•Measure and report labor requirements, installation rates, and installation cost for new products
•Look for and develop continuous improvement opportunities for assembly and installation
•Manage creation of installation related product documentation, Installation Manuals, Design Guidelines, project drawing templates
•Create, update and maintain installation schedules for new product launches
•Engage and coordinate project and construction teams in preparation for product launch
•Manage and Supervise Alpha and Beta installations, coordinate Product Development, Supply Chain, Project Development and Constructions teams in preparation and during installations
•Coordinate and manage development of installation tools with Product Development and Construction teams
•Oversee creation of O&M manual
•Direct info through Engineering for site/project approval
•Customer liaison
•Work with product development engineers to define and optimize assembly and installation methods and cost estimates for new products
•Work with Supply Chain, Quality, and construction personnel to resolve installation issues prior to full launch of new product
•Work with field crews on initial commercial installations of new products to transfer knowledge of best practices, required installation processes, and quality control processes to construction and quality personnel
SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES
May oversee Site Supervisor or technicians. Responsible for effective oversight of multiple subcontractors and temporary leased installation labor
QUALIFICATIONS
•Working knowledge of commercial construction practices
•Familiarity with IBC code
•Ability to read schematic mechanical and electrical drawings
•Ability to diagnose and fix problems in mechanical and electrical systems
•Ability to successfully oversee unskilled, temporary labor force
•Ability to successfully procure, monitor, and assess subcontracted construction functions (ie electrical contractors, commercial roofers)
EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE
BS or MS in Engineering or related field required
5-8 yrs of related experience
Product development experience is preferred
Experience with commercial construction and/or electrical contracting is required. Experience with project scheduling software such as MS Project is preferred
Please send resume to David.Sneed@sunpowercorp.com.
SUMMARY
The Ground Mount R&D Project Manager coordinates and oversees the technical aspects of new product launches at assigned commercial installations. Ground Mount R&D Project Manager reports to the Manager, Ground Mount Product Development.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following. Other duties may be assigned
•Develop, improve, and document installation and assembly processes for new products
•Measure and report labor requirements, installation rates, and installation cost for new products
•Look for and develop continuous improvement opportunities for assembly and installation
•Manage creation of installation related product documentation, Installation Manuals, Design Guidelines, project drawing templates
•Create, update and maintain installation schedules for new product launches
•Engage and coordinate project and construction teams in preparation for product launch
•Manage and Supervise Alpha and Beta installations, coordinate Product Development, Supply Chain, Project Development and Constructions teams in preparation and during installations
•Coordinate and manage development of installation tools with Product Development and Construction teams
•Oversee creation of O&M manual
•Direct info through Engineering for site/project approval
•Customer liaison
•Work with product development engineers to define and optimize assembly and installation methods and cost estimates for new products
•Work with Supply Chain, Quality, and construction personnel to resolve installation issues prior to full launch of new product
•Work with field crews on initial commercial installations of new products to transfer knowledge of best practices, required installation processes, and quality control processes to construction and quality personnel
SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES
May oversee Site Supervisor or technicians. Responsible for effective oversight of multiple subcontractors and temporary leased installation labor
QUALIFICATIONS
•Working knowledge of commercial construction practices
•Familiarity with IBC code
•Ability to read schematic mechanical and electrical drawings
•Ability to diagnose and fix problems in mechanical and electrical systems
•Ability to successfully oversee unskilled, temporary labor force
•Ability to successfully procure, monitor, and assess subcontracted construction functions (ie electrical contractors, commercial roofers)
EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE
BS or MS in Engineering or related field required
5-8 yrs of related experience
Product development experience is preferred
Experience with commercial construction and/or electrical contracting is required. Experience with project scheduling software such as MS Project is preferred
Please send resume to David.Sneed@sunpowercorp.com.
5233 - Supply Chain Planner - Richmond, CA
The solar electric industry is an exciting and rapidly growing business, providing excellent career opportunities and the great satisfaction of having a positive impact on the environment. SunPower Corporation (Nasdaq: SPWRA and SPWRB) designs, manufactures and delivers high-performance solar electric systems worldwide for residential, commercial and utility-scale power plant customers. SunPower high-efficiency solar cells and solar panels generate up to 50 percent more power than conventional solar technologies and have a uniquely attractive, all-black appearance. With headquarters in San Jose, Calif., SunPower has offices in North America, Europe, Australia and Asia. For more information on SunPower please visit the SunPower website at www.sunpowercorp.com.
We are looking for an experienced, results oriented Supply Chain Planner to join our team in our Richmond, CA office. Working part time from our San Jose, CA office may be available.
Essential duties and responsibilities include the following. Other duties may be assigned.
Primary Responsibilities
•Manage and schedule delivery of materials to customer sites according to material availability
•Work internally within Operations with Logistics, Purchasing, and Manufacturing teams to prioritize material deliveries according to your schedule
•Act on behalf of the customer to manage and solve critical issues within Operations that affect customer satisfaction
•Manage allocation of constrained material between customers by brokering agreements between the different field personnel and management if necessary to best benefit SunPower and the customers
•Maintain on time delivery of material and customer lead time performance at or above stated goals
•Manage and resolve exceptions using Oracle’s Advanced Supply Chain Planning and Global Order Promise application
•Maintain accurate scheduling dates in Oracle’s Order Management application
•Contribute to continuous improvement of Operations by alerting management of key process issues, including root causes, suggestions for improvement, and implementation
Requirements
•5+ years experience in a related field
•Bachelor’s degree in engineering or a related discipline
•Excellent written and verbal communication skills
•Ability to be extremely proactive and drive for results
•Ability to be flexible and go beyond the everyday job requirements to get a problem solved
•Ability to solve issues independently, but prioritize and escalate appropriate issues when necessary
•Advanced MS Excel skills and proficiency in MS Office applications
•Proficiency in an ERP application such as Oracle or SAP
In addition to offering a competitive compensation package, SunPower is a company committed to offering a benefits package that provides security and well-being to its employees and their eligible dependents, including domestic partners.
Please send resume to David.Sneed@sunpowercorp.com.
We are looking for an experienced, results oriented Supply Chain Planner to join our team in our Richmond, CA office. Working part time from our San Jose, CA office may be available.
Essential duties and responsibilities include the following. Other duties may be assigned.
Primary Responsibilities
•Manage and schedule delivery of materials to customer sites according to material availability
•Work internally within Operations with Logistics, Purchasing, and Manufacturing teams to prioritize material deliveries according to your schedule
•Act on behalf of the customer to manage and solve critical issues within Operations that affect customer satisfaction
•Manage allocation of constrained material between customers by brokering agreements between the different field personnel and management if necessary to best benefit SunPower and the customers
•Maintain on time delivery of material and customer lead time performance at or above stated goals
•Manage and resolve exceptions using Oracle’s Advanced Supply Chain Planning and Global Order Promise application
•Maintain accurate scheduling dates in Oracle’s Order Management application
•Contribute to continuous improvement of Operations by alerting management of key process issues, including root causes, suggestions for improvement, and implementation
Requirements
•5+ years experience in a related field
•Bachelor’s degree in engineering or a related discipline
•Excellent written and verbal communication skills
•Ability to be extremely proactive and drive for results
•Ability to be flexible and go beyond the everyday job requirements to get a problem solved
•Ability to solve issues independently, but prioritize and escalate appropriate issues when necessary
•Advanced MS Excel skills and proficiency in MS Office applications
•Proficiency in an ERP application such as Oracle or SAP
In addition to offering a competitive compensation package, SunPower is a company committed to offering a benefits package that provides security and well-being to its employees and their eligible dependents, including domestic partners.
Please send resume to David.Sneed@sunpowercorp.com.
4878 - Vice President, Global Commodity Management - San Jose and Richmond, CA
Responsibilities include setting the strategy and driving performance on all aspects of SunPower’s BOS, Modules and MRO Commodity Spend. This would include sourcing strategy and negotiations for all these commodities. As the VP/Director Global Commodity Management, you and your team will be responsible for locating, introducing and maintaining Strategic Suppliers. Creating strong relationships will be a key role for this position. Direct Senior Management contact will be required (internal and external).
Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following. Other duties may be assigned.
•Identify and drive overall strategy for all BOS, Module and MRO materials required by SunPower
•Drive continuous improvement on key supply chain metrics- cost, terms and conditions, inventory velocity and demand pull/supplier managed inventory
•Train and develop employees on the Global Commodity Management team.
•Develop and manage NPI Commodity Management function
•Dotted line responsibility for Supplier Quality Engineering
•Communicate effectively with all management levels. (Internal and external).
•Create, review and understand work processes and purchase specifications.
•Exercise business acumen to analyze and manage the financial impact of various alternatives.
•Monitor and report progress. Suggest and implement corrective measures to ensure success in a timely manner.
•Ability to work independently, prioritize work and make decisions regarding formatting of work. Work closely with senior management.
•Visit and conduct (formal and informal) audits of Strategic Suppliers. Optimize the audit process. Train and educate in the SunPower business process.
•Implement STARS, Supplier Scorecard Process with corresponding share awards for Strategic Suppliers.
Education and Experience
•BA/BS degree in Procurement/logistics, materials, business or related discipline. MBA,MS/MA desired.
•10 to 15 years Global Commodity Management
•Experience managing solar commodities is a plus.
•Ability to work independently at all levels.
•Detail orientated. Demonstrate associative logic skills.
•System/Computer Experience required. MS Office/Word/PowerPt/Excel.
•Oracle experience a plus.
Qualifications
•10+ years experience as a Supply Chain/Materials professional with management experience
•Excellent interpersonal skills, verbal and written communication.
•Proven, results oriented track record. Delivers on commitments
•Ability to work independently, prioritize work and make decisions regarding formatting of work.
•Be a leader.
•High demand for presentations.
In addition to offering a competitive compensation package, SunPower is a company committed to offering a benefits package that provides security and well-being to its employees and their eligible dependents, including domestic partners.
Please send resume to David.Sneed@sunpowercorp.com.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following. Other duties may be assigned.
•Identify and drive overall strategy for all BOS, Module and MRO materials required by SunPower
•Drive continuous improvement on key supply chain metrics- cost, terms and conditions, inventory velocity and demand pull/supplier managed inventory
•Train and develop employees on the Global Commodity Management team.
•Develop and manage NPI Commodity Management function
•Dotted line responsibility for Supplier Quality Engineering
•Communicate effectively with all management levels. (Internal and external).
•Create, review and understand work processes and purchase specifications.
•Exercise business acumen to analyze and manage the financial impact of various alternatives.
•Monitor and report progress. Suggest and implement corrective measures to ensure success in a timely manner.
•Ability to work independently, prioritize work and make decisions regarding formatting of work. Work closely with senior management.
•Visit and conduct (formal and informal) audits of Strategic Suppliers. Optimize the audit process. Train and educate in the SunPower business process.
•Implement STARS, Supplier Scorecard Process with corresponding share awards for Strategic Suppliers.
Education and Experience
•BA/BS degree in Procurement/logistics, materials, business or related discipline. MBA,MS/MA desired.
•10 to 15 years Global Commodity Management
•Experience managing solar commodities is a plus.
•Ability to work independently at all levels.
•Detail orientated. Demonstrate associative logic skills.
•System/Computer Experience required. MS Office/Word/PowerPt/Excel.
•Oracle experience a plus.
Qualifications
•10+ years experience as a Supply Chain/Materials professional with management experience
•Excellent interpersonal skills, verbal and written communication.
•Proven, results oriented track record. Delivers on commitments
•Ability to work independently, prioritize work and make decisions regarding formatting of work.
•Be a leader.
•High demand for presentations.
In addition to offering a competitive compensation package, SunPower is a company committed to offering a benefits package that provides security and well-being to its employees and their eligible dependents, including domestic partners.
Please send resume to David.Sneed@sunpowercorp.com.
5150 - Product Engineer - Richmond, CA
The solar electric industry is an exciting and rapidly growing business, providing excellent career opportunities and the great satisfaction of having a positive impact on the environment. SunPower Corporation (Nasdaq: SPWRA and SPWRB) designs, manufactures and delivers high-performance solar electric systems worldwide for residential, commercial and utility-scale power plant customers. SunPower high-efficiency solar cells and solar panels generate up to 50 percent more power than conventional solar technologies and have a uniquely attractive, all-black appearance. With headquarters in San Jose, Calif., SunPower has offices in North America, Europe, Australia and Asia. For more information on SunPower please visit the SunPower website at www.sunpowercorp.com.
Summary
SunPower Corp. (www.sunpowercorp.com, Nasdaq SPWR) manufactures the world’s highest efficiency solar cells and solar panels. Our products are preferred by customers worldwide by virtue of best-in-class performance and unique appearance. SunPower has a rapidly expanding international presence and our mission is to make solar power a mainstream business.
SunPower is seeking for an experienced, self motivated person for a new position in System Product Engineering. As part of the P.E team, she/he will be responsible for engineering issues related to commercial rooftop or tracker products once the product has been released. This position will work closely with Systems Engineering, Purchasing, Manufacturing, Reliability, Projects, Supply Chain and vendors.
Responsibilities
• Engineering (mechanical, electro-mechanical) support of full range of SunPower System products including rooftop systems and ground mounted tracking systems.
• Investigate internal and external customer complaints, receive customer returns, investigate failures, and provide failure analysis reports.
• Analyze design and construction related field issues and solve module/system issues. Provide engineering and training services to the projects department.
• Work closely with Product Development, to ensure learning from failures and from other field issues are communicated for the next generation of products.
• Work with vendors to reduce costs and improve reliability.
• Update drawings, procedures, specifications and manuals.
• Troubleshoot manufacturing problems.
• Organize external resources (consultants, laboratory service, etc) to support engineering activities.
Educational Requirements & Qualifications
• Master/ Bachelors degree (M.S/ B.S) in mechanical, high-voltage electrical, photovoltaic engineering, energy technologies or related field.
• Strong aptitude in mechanical and high-voltage electrical failure analysis is required.
• Ability and proven experience to think creatively learn and develop innovative solutions to electro-mechanical challenges involved with photovoltaic installations. Familiarity with mechanical engineering and civil engineering principles required.
• Proven problem solving skills and trouble shooting
• Good CAD skills, SolidWorks & Auto CAD preferred
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Self motivated, with ability to work both independently and with multiple teams
• 4+ years of engineering experience. Experience in PV industry is desirable
• Strong customer focused attitude
Other
• Up to 25% domestic and international travel to customer sites
• Limited relocation assistance will be provided for the right candidate
In addition to offering a competitive compensation package, SunPower is a company committed to offering a benefits package that provides security and well-being to its employees and their eligible dependents, including domestic partners.
Please send resume to David.Sneed@sunpowercorp.com.
Summary
SunPower Corp. (www.sunpowercorp.com, Nasdaq SPWR) manufactures the world’s highest efficiency solar cells and solar panels. Our products are preferred by customers worldwide by virtue of best-in-class performance and unique appearance. SunPower has a rapidly expanding international presence and our mission is to make solar power a mainstream business.
SunPower is seeking for an experienced, self motivated person for a new position in System Product Engineering. As part of the P.E team, she/he will be responsible for engineering issues related to commercial rooftop or tracker products once the product has been released. This position will work closely with Systems Engineering, Purchasing, Manufacturing, Reliability, Projects, Supply Chain and vendors.
Responsibilities
• Engineering (mechanical, electro-mechanical) support of full range of SunPower System products including rooftop systems and ground mounted tracking systems.
• Investigate internal and external customer complaints, receive customer returns, investigate failures, and provide failure analysis reports.
• Analyze design and construction related field issues and solve module/system issues. Provide engineering and training services to the projects department.
• Work closely with Product Development, to ensure learning from failures and from other field issues are communicated for the next generation of products.
• Work with vendors to reduce costs and improve reliability.
• Update drawings, procedures, specifications and manuals.
• Troubleshoot manufacturing problems.
• Organize external resources (consultants, laboratory service, etc) to support engineering activities.
Educational Requirements & Qualifications
• Master/ Bachelors degree (M.S/ B.S) in mechanical, high-voltage electrical, photovoltaic engineering, energy technologies or related field.
• Strong aptitude in mechanical and high-voltage electrical failure analysis is required.
• Ability and proven experience to think creatively learn and develop innovative solutions to electro-mechanical challenges involved with photovoltaic installations. Familiarity with mechanical engineering and civil engineering principles required.
• Proven problem solving skills and trouble shooting
• Good CAD skills, SolidWorks & Auto CAD preferred
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Self motivated, with ability to work both independently and with multiple teams
• 4+ years of engineering experience. Experience in PV industry is desirable
• Strong customer focused attitude
Other
• Up to 25% domestic and international travel to customer sites
• Limited relocation assistance will be provided for the right candidate
In addition to offering a competitive compensation package, SunPower is a company committed to offering a benefits package that provides security and well-being to its employees and their eligible dependents, including domestic partners.
Please send resume to David.Sneed@sunpowercorp.com.
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