Technician- Manufacturing Engineer II USA

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

Basic Job Functions:

• Assist in the installation and qualification of manufacturing equipment, troubleshoot day-to-day manufacturing issues, identify and/or implement system improvements that contribute to the achievement of throughput, yield and product performance goals.

Education/Experience:

• High School Diploma or equivalent with 1 year experience as First Solar Manufacturing Engineering Technician I or 3 years First Solar Technical experience or 10 years technical experience in a Manufacturing setting, or
• Associate's degree in a technical discipline with at least 1 year as First Solar Manufacturing Engineering Technician I or 2 years First Solar Technical Experience or at least 3 years technical experience in a Manufacturing setting, or
• Bachelor's degree in technical discipline with 0-2-year technical experience in a Manufacturing setting.

Required Skills/Competencies:

• Safety first mindset.
• Demonstrated proficiency in troubleshooting and problem solving on the manufacturing line.
• Demonstrated proficiency in electrical/electronic and mechanical systems.
• Demonstrated proficiency in responding to SPC alarms to bring processes back in control.
• Self-directed, ability to work with minimal supervision.
• Able to apply statistical tools to analyze data and provide conclusions.
• Good written and oral communications skills in English.
• Ability to deal with administrative as well as technical tasks.
• Continuously monitor production line to ensure product quality. Act as point of contact for production personnel with regards to equipment and process issues.
• Follow PM procedures for equipment systems and assure completion of PM's when due.
• Understanding and/or experience with at least two of the following: vacuum, chemical, laser, thermal, metrology, packaging, or robotic systems.

Essential Responsibilities:

• Adheres to all safety protocols, including PPE and encourages the behavior in the team.
• Develops a complete understanding of manufacturing processes, equipment, and support systems.
• Solves day-to-day production, Process equipment, and process problems.
• Competency in maintaining and repairing process equipment
• Identifies and implements yield and product performance improvements. Develops methods to assign causes to yield excursions.
• Sets up and maintains gauges and implement accurate changes as necessary
• Ensures all processes are running on target as defined by the Process Control Plan.
• Responds to SPC process control alarms, bringing processes back into control.
• Executes planned process experiments, collects and analyzes data, and reports experimental results.
• Collect, Prepare and submit samples for material and Failure analysis
• Collects data relating to daily tool performance and associated product performance.
• Provides training to production associates.
• Develops and updates internal documentation including drawings, standard operating procedures, and process specifications.
• Interfaces with internal associates and supplier representatives, as required, to complete assigned projects.
• Maintains effective communication with production associates and manufacturing engineers.
• Dispositions non-conforming product according to established criteria (NCP).
• Adheres to all safety procedures and good housekeeping standards.
• Ensures satellite accumulation containers stay in their designated locations.
• During Pilot Line Setup and commissioning, operate 1st shift hours; transition to 12-hour crew schedule A or C during ramp, Positions may require 2nd shift in various locations on campus for training and on-boarding.
• Other duties as assigned.
• Job description subject to change at any time.

Reporting Relationships:

• This position reports to the Manager, Manufacturing Engineering.
• This position will not have direct reports.

Travel:

• 5% - 10%

Estimated Salary Range:

• $23.37-$32.69 Hourly.

US Physical Requirements:

• Will sit, stand, or walk short distances for up to 12 hours per day.
• Will climb stairs or steps on a frequent basis.
• Will lift up to 58 pounds on an occasional basis, according to work instruction.
• Will lift up to 37 pounds on a frequent basis.
• Will push or pull up to 50 pounds of force on an occasional basis.
• Will push or pull up to 37 pounds of force on a frequent basis.
• Required to use hands to grasp, lift, handle, carry or feel objects on a frequent basis.
• 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 is required.
• May reach above shoulder heights and below the waist on a frequent basis.
• May stoop, kneel, or bend, on an occasional basis.
• Must comply with all safety standards and procedures.
• Ability to wear personal protective equipment is required (including, but not limited to: steel-toed shoes, cut-resistant gloves, jackets, aprons &/or arm guards, safety glasses or goggles, hearing protection & respirators) as a condition of employment and continued employment (requires little or no facial hair).

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.