Production Planner Operator

T1 Energy is bringing solar manufacturing back to the U.S. by building a domestic solar supply chain. Our mission is to invigorate America with scalable, reliable, and low-cost energy. Our fully operational 5GW solar module facility in Wilmer, Texas, can manufacture more than 20,000 modules every 24 hours. By the time you finish reading this paragraph, we will have produced two solar panels that will power American homes and fuel domestic AI. We're focused on building advanced American manufacturing and we're passionate about engineering a better future filled with abundant energy.

The Role
T1 Energy is looking to hire a Production Planner Operator. Under the direction of the Planning/Operations Supervisor, you will orchestrate the daily heartbeat of our manufacturing facility. You will serve as the central hub connecting logistics, quality, and operations to ensure our 5GW facility meets its production targets seamlessly.

What You’ll Do

• Develop, schedule, update, and implement daily, weekly, and monthly production plans based on capacity and material availability.

• Communicate effectively with cross-functional teams (operations, quality, finance, and logistics) to ensure production plans align with business goals and customer requirements.

• Monitor, track, and follow up on special or high-priority orders to ensure timely execution.

• Analyze production performance data and generate reports on trends, variances, and forecasts.

• Maintain accurate planning records and assist with continuous improvement initiatives in scheduling and planning processes.

• Support small-scale O&M or production optimization projects as needed.

• Perform additional duties as assigned.

Who You Are

• An organized coordinator with strong communication and problem-solving skills who thrives in a fast-paced environment.

• A detail-oriented analyst capable of managing data under pressure and working independently to resolve scheduling conflicts.

• An adaptable team player who can easily adjust to changing shift schedules and evolving production needs.

Qualifications

• Associate's degree or higher, and relevant experience is preferred.

• Prior experience in production planning or scheduling in a manufacturing environment (preferably electronics, solar, or light industrial).

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications (Excel, Word, PowerPoint).

• Physical & Environmental Capability: Must be able to work in a manufacturing plant environment, stand or walk for extended periods, lift up to 25 lbs, and possess the visual acuity required for extensive computer work, data entry, and schedule monitoring.

The T1 Way

We move fast, expect accountability, and treat people with respect. We also have a no-jerks policy: we don't tolerate big egos, bad behavior or "that's not my job attitude". Be sharp, be honest, be human. If you can hold the line and have a sense of humor, you'll fit right in.

T1 Energy is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees and applicants and do not discriminate on the basis of any legally protected characteristics.