Basic Job Functions:
Assist in the installation and qualification of systems, troubleshoot day-to-day manufacturing issues, identify and/or implement system improvements that contribute to the achievement of throughput, yield and product performance goals. Primary initial responsibilities will focus on material handling cross-training and equipment responsibility on Material Handling equipment may also occur
Education/Experience:
- High School Diploma or equivalent is required.
- Candidates must meet one of the following criteria to qualify:
- Associates degree in technical discipline.
- Two or more years’ machine, electrician or mechanic experience as a primary job function.
- One year First Solar technical experience.
- Six months’ experience as Temporary Manufacturing Engineering Technician at First Solar.
Required Skills/Competencies:
- Safety first mindset.
- General electrical/electronic, automation, and/or mechanical knowledge.
- Good written and oral communications skills in English.
- Self-directed, ability to work with minimal supervision.
- Able to trouble shoot and solve problems on the manufacturing line.
- Ability to deal with administrative as well as technical tasks.
- Data acquisition and presentation of data in report form.
- Advanced computer skills with MS product + Vendor software.
- Knowledge in AGV/Robotic is advantage.
- Apply Kaizen principles by (participating in, leading, or supporting improvement initiatives, events, or problem-solving activities).
- Exhibits a learning mindset by (seeking opportunities to expand knowledge, develop skills, and stay current in relevant areas).
- Leverages technology, including AI and automation tools, to (enhance efficiency, decision-making, analysis, or operational outcomes as applicable to the role).
- Shows curiosity and adaptability by (responding to change, adopting new tools/processes, or supporting innovation initiatives).
Essential Responsibilities:
- Adhere to all safety procedures and good housekeeping standards
- Solve day-to-day production, equipment, and process problems.
- Identify and implement yield and product performance improvements.
- Developing methods to assign causes excursions to yield.
- Set up and maintain gauges.
- Ensure all processes are running on target as defined by the Process Control Plan.
- Respond to SPC process control alarms, bringing processes back into control.
- Execute planned process experiments, collect and analyze data and report experimental results.
- Collect data relating to daily tool performance and associated product performance.
- Provide training to production associates.
- Develop and update internal documentation including drawings, standard operating procedures, and process specifications.
- Interface with internal associates and supplier representatives, as required, to complete assigned projects.
- Develop a complete understanding of area processes, equipment, and support systems.
- Maintain effective communication with production associates and manufacturing engineers.
- Disposition non-conforming product according to established criteria (NCP).
- Adhere to all safety procedures and good housekeeping standards.
- Ensure waste materials are discarded in their designated containers.
- Ensure hazardous waste containers stay closed except when adding or removing waste.
- Ensure satellite accumulation containers stay in their designated locations.
- Preforming FAT (Final/Factory Acceptance Test) on MH equipment
- Inventory management with JBT AGV operations
- Other duties as assigned – Generate daily shift report and Line Walk.
- Job description subject to change at any time.
Reporting Relationships:
- This position will not have direct reports.
Travel:
- Travel is limited to no travel required (<5%) after initial training period
- 0% - 5% (On occasion/as needed for training, etc.)
Estimated Salary Range:
US Physical Requirements:
Hybrid 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 37 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 both eyes together, 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, and a condition of employment and continued employment (requires little or no facial hair) for those requiring respirator use.
- Any position with an essential function of PIV operation requires 20/40 vision in each eye separately and both eyes (with or without correction), the ability to distinguish between red, yellow, and green and peripheral vision >70 degrees.
Powered Industrial Vehicle (PIV) Operation (i.e. Forklifts, Carts or vehicles with a motor, etc.)
Office Physical Requirements:
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.