Technician- Coater I USA (C Crew/AM Shift)
First Solar · New Iberia, LA · Today
Engineering$17.84–$25/hrFull-time
About the role
This intermediate position is responsible for the beginning of the manufacturing process inclusive of the "coating" application of the semiconductor. 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
- Adheres to all safety procedures and practice good housekeeping
- 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
- Operates forklift and crane with proper training and certification (when required)
- Interfaces with equipment computers to monitor parameters and alarms
- Monitors process data (including use of SPC) & 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
- Other duties as assigned
Qualifications
External candidates must have:
- High School Diploma or GED
- 2+ Years of Manufacturing experience
Experience 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
Internal candidates must have:
- High School Diploma or GED and achieved 60 credits of internal manufacturing-related training (in module or semiconductor areas of the line) or education and experience as outlined for an external candidate
- Endorsement from direct supervisor for a promotion
- Received 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
- Math skills appropriate to understand and apply Statistical Process Control (SPC) concepts
- 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 to direct supervision
- Must be able to obtain/maintain forklift certification and/or walk behind forklift certification, if requested
Pay
Estimated Salary Range: $17.84 - $25.00, Hourly US
Schedule
Will sit, stand, or walk short distances for up to 12 hours per day. Will climb stairs or steps on a frequent basis.