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Our client is an established start-up who has helped bring solar module manufacturing to the US. Their solar module manufacturing facility is poised to double output this year and to support this growth, they are looking for a Manufacturing Operations to oversee Production, Engineering and Quality teams in a highly automated manufacturing plant.

Led by a team of seasoned industry professionals, they offer high-performance, dual-glass solar modules and innovative lightweight solutions that expand solar access to a wider range of applications. With a commitment to quality, durability, and innovation, the company is driving the next era of solar adoption across commercial and utility-scale markets.

If you are interested in strengthening the domestic clean energy supply chain through advanced, American-made solar technologies we want to talk with you.

The Director of Operations – Solar Manufacturing will lead Production, Engineering, and Quality within a highly automated manufacturing facility. This individual will be responsible for day-to-day plant performance, continuous improvement initiatives, operational execution, and leadership development across multiple departments.

What You’ll Do

• Lead Production, Engineering, and Quality teams to ensure safe, efficient, and reliable plant operations
• Improve throughput, productivity, quality, and overall manufacturing performance
• Maintain a strong presence on the manufacturing floor, working directly with team members and supervisors to address challenges and drive accountability
• Monitor and improve key metrics, including safety, quality, downtime, scrap, labor efficiency, and equipment effectiveness
• Partner with Supply Chain, Materials, Maintenance, and senior leadership to align operational priorities with business objectives
• Oversee production schedules and manufacturing output to ensure customer demand and production goals are met
• Support the performance and reliability of automated manufacturing equipment, robotics, and process systems
• Identify operational bottlenecks and implement corrective actions to improve plant performance
• Lead root cause investigations and continuous improvement efforts focused on quality, productivity, and process reliability
• Ensure compliance with all safety requirements, quality standards, and operating procedures
• Recruit, develop, and mentor leaders and employees across multiple functional areas
• Promote a culture of safety, accountability, teamwork, and continuous improvement
• Support long-term manufacturing growth, capacity planning, and operational expansion initiatives
• Prepare and present reports on production performance, staffing, quality metrics, and operational results

The Ideal Candidate Will Have

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Manufacturing, Operations Management, or a related field
• 10+ years of progressive manufacturing leadership experience
• Experience working in a highly automated manufacturing environment
• Experience leading Production, Engineering, and/or Quality organizations
• Strong knowledge of manufacturing processes, automation systems, robotics, and continuous improvement methodologies
• Excellent leadership, communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills
• Ability to succeed in a fast-paced, growth-oriented manufacturing environment

Salary Range: $130-150k plus bonus 

Who We Are

Peak Demand is the leading executive search firm focused on solar, renewable energy, and energy storage. Our recruiting specialists are well-connected in the industry, working with some of the most well-respected and fastest-growing companies in renewable energy. We have placed some of the top Business Development, Engineering, and Operations professionals in the industry.

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To learn more, contact Sarah Petersen at sarah@inpeakdemand.com.