Technician- Manufacturing Engineer II USA (Crew A)

Basic Job Functions

Aid in the installation and qualification of systems, troubleshoot day-to-day manufacturing issues, and identify/implement system improvements contributing to throughput, yield, and product performance goals.

Education/Experience

• High School Diploma or GED required
• Must meet one of the following criteria:
• Associates degree in technical discipline
• 2+ years of machine/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 and mechanical knowledge
• Self-directed, able to work with minimal supervision
• Good written and oral communications skills in English
• Able to troubleshoot and solve problems on the manufacturing line
• Able to deal with administrative and technical tasks

Essential Responsibilities

• Solve day-to-day production, equipment, and process problems
• Identify and implement yield and product performance improvements
• Develop methods to assign causes to yield excursions
• 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
• Provide training to production associates
• 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

Job Description Subject to Change

Estimated Salary Range

$26 - $32 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
• 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
• 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)

Reporting Relationships

This position reports to the Lead-Technical Group. This position will not have direct reports.

Travel

Estimated

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.