Production Technician I (Day Crew)
First Solar · Gaffney, SC · 2 mo ago
Management$18–$25/hrFull-time
About the role
The Production Technician I is an intermediate level position in the middle submodule to finishing end of the manufacturing process. The core function is to safely operate specific equipment, manage material and processes to manufacture high-quality, photovoltaic solar modules at the required rate.
Responsibilities
- Safely operates and maintains tools and equipment to meet acceptable quality and productivity levels.
- Completes training in the required timeframe.
- Provides on-the-job training to team members when requested.
- Performs assigned job duties in accordance with training and direction provided by team leads and supervisor.
- Performs maintenance on equipment, in the required time, with hand tools and instrumentation.
- Interfaces with equipment computers to monitor parameters and alarms.
- Makes decisions based on procedures to maintain process control.
- Recognizes conditions that require escalation and provides good communication on issues and recommendations.
- Works with cross functional teams to run approved tests.
- Collaborates with cross functional teams on problem solving.
- Collects data and provides reporting (written, oral, or via computer/devices) when requested.
- Provides good communication with team members and leadership during shift changes.
- Ensures proper inventory levels of materials and in-process work is available for the next shift.
- Ensures waste is discarded timely and appropriately.
Requirements
- High School Diploma or GED.
- Preference for Associate degree or certificate in a technical discipline.
- 1+ Year of Manufacturing experience.
- Experiences that will be considered as a substitute for direct manufacturing experience: Warehousing, textile, agriculture, or material inspection.
- Honorable military experience in an electrical, mechanical and/or chemical industrial application.
Qualifications
- External candidates must have: High School Diploma or GED.
- Internal candidates must have: High School Diploma or GED. Achieved 60 credits of internal manufacturing-related training. Endorsement from direct supervisor for a promotion. A positive rating from direct supervisor related to Safety, Performance, Dependability and Collaboration.
Skills
- Safety First mindset.
- Maintain a high standard of quality.
- Basic troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.
- Basic Math skills appropriate to understand typical manufacturing production metrics.
- Must be able to work in a team environment.
- Good written and oral communication skills.
- Fundamental knowledge to work with different computer applications.
- Interface with Machine Control Panels.
- Ability to 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.
- Work in a large area of manufacturing space, often without line-of-sight of direct supervision.
Benefits
Not specified.
Pay
$18.00 - $25.00, Hourly US
Schedule
Not specified.
Physical Requirements
- Sit, stand, or walk short distances for up to 12 hours per day.
- Climb stairs or steps 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 50 pounds of force on an occasional basis.
- Push or pull up to 37 pounds of force on a frequent basis.
- Use hands to grasp, lift, handle, carry or feel objects on a frequent basis.
- 20/40 vision in both eyes (with or without correction) and the ability to distinguish between red, yellow, and green is required.
- Reach above shoulder heights and below the waist on a frequent basis.
- Stoop, kneel, or bend, on an occasional basis.
Reporting Relationships
No direct reports.
Travel
0% - 5% (On occasion/as needed for training, etc.).
Estimated Salary Range
$18.00 - $25.00, Hourly US
Physical Requirements
- Sit, stand, or walk short distances for up to 12 hours per day.
- Climb stairs or steps 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 50 pounds of force on an occasional basis.
- Push or pull up to 37 pounds of force on a frequent basis.
- Use hands to grasp, lift, handle, carry or feel objects on a frequent basis.
- 20/40 vision in both eyes (with or without correction) and the ability to distinguish between red, yellow, and green is required.
- Reach above shoulder heights and below the waist on a frequent basis.
- Stoop, kneel, or bend, on an occasional basis.