Coater Technician I - Day Crew -

Basic Job Functions

• Safely operate and manage material and processes to manufacture high-quality, photovoltaic solar modules.
• Conduct operational preventative maintenance procedures.
• Address intermediate-level alarms.
• Perform basic quality control procedures.
• Use simple hand tools and systems during floor operations.
• Conduct training on tasks where they have completed certification.

Education and Experience

External candidates must have:

• A High School Diploma or GED
• Preference for an Associate degree or certificate in a technical discipline
• 2+ years of manufacturing experience
• Experience in warehousing, textile, agriculture, or material inspection
• Honorable military experience in an electrical, mechanical, or chemical industrial application

Internal candidates must have:

• A High School Diploma or GED
• 60 credits of internal manufacturing-related training (in module or semiconductor areas of the line)
• Education and experience as outlined for an external candidate
• An endorsement from direct supervisor for a promotion
• A positive rating from direct supervisor related to Safety, Performance, Dependability, and Collaboration

Required Skills/Competencies

• Safety First mindset
• Maintain a high standard of Quality
• Basic troubleshooting and problem-solving skills
• Math skills appropriate to understand and apply Statistical Process Control (SPC) concepts
• Good written and oral communication skills
• Fundamental knowledge to work with different computer applications
• Interface with Machine Control Panels
• Use mobile systems, communication devices, and simple tool interfaces
• Ability to use simple hand tools and measurement tools
• Perform light mechanical maintenance activities utilizing hand tools and measurement devices
• Operate forklift and crane with proper training and certification (when required)
• Work with cross functional teams to run approved tests
• Provide good communication with team members and leadership during shift changes
• Interface with equipment computers to monitor parameters and alarms
• Maintain process control by monitoring process data (including use of SPC) and making decisions based on procedures
• Recognize conditions that require escalation and provide good communication on issues and recommendations
• Collaborate with cross functional teams on problem solving
• Collect data and provide reporting (written, oral, or via computer/devices) when requested
• Ensure proper inventory levels of materials and in-process work are available for the next shift
• Ensure waste is discarded timely and appropriately

Essential Responsibilities

• Adhere to all safety procedures and practice good housekeeping
• Complete training in the required timeframe
• Provide on-the-job training to team members when requested
• Perform assigned job duties in accordance with training and direction provided by team leads and supervisor
• Perform maintenance on equipment, in the required time, with hand tools and instrumentation
• Operate forklift and crane with proper training and certification (when required)
• Work with cross functional teams to run approved tests
• Provide good communication with team members and leadership during shift changes
• Interface with equipment computers to monitor parameters and alarms
• Maintain process control by monitoring process data (including use of SPC) and making decisions based on procedures
• Recognize conditions that require escalation and provide good communication on issues and recommendations
• Collaborate with cross functional teams on problem solving
• Collect data and provide reporting (written, oral, or via computer/devices) when requested
• Ensure proper inventory levels of materials and in-process work are available for the next shift
• Ensure waste is discarded timely and appropriately

Reporting Relationships

No direct reports.

Travel

0% - 5% (On occasion/as needed for training, etc.)

Physical Requirements

• Sit, stand, or walk short distances for up to 12 hours per day
• Climb stairs on a frequent basis
• Lift up to 58 pounds on an occasional basis, according to work instruction
• Lift up to 37 pounds on a frequent basis
• Push or pull up to 27 pounds of force on an occasional basis
• Push or pull up to 10 pounds of force on a frequent basis

Other Duties As Assigned

Other duties as assigned.

Estimated Salary Range

$19.50 per hour US

Job description subject to change at any time

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 are a driving force in the success of our company.