Technician- Manufacturing Engineer II USA PGT1/D Crew

First Solar (US)•OH, OH

1d•$23 - $33

About The Position

The Manufacturing Engineer II supports manufacturing systems, equipment, and processes by helping install and qualify systems, troubleshooting daily manufacturing issues, and identifying or implementing improvements to throughput, yield, and product performance. The role also supports pilot-line equipment to define new processes and helps transition those processes through start-up, qualification, and implementation into production, with the eventual evolution into a standard production MET position. This position works with production associates, manufacturing engineers, and supplier representatives to complete assigned projects; maintains process documentation and gauges; and provides training to production associates. It reports to the Manager, Manufacturing Engineering and has no direct reports. No travel is required. The estimated salary range is $23.37–$32.69 per hour.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent plus one of the following: 1 year as a First Solar Manufacturing Engineering Technician I; 3 years of First Solar technical experience; or 10 years of technical experience in a manufacturing setting.
Associate degree in a technical discipline plus one of the following: 1 year as a First Solar Manufacturing Engineering Technician I; 2 years of First Solar technical experience; or 3 years of technical experience in a manufacturing setting.
Bachelor’s degree in a technical discipline with 0–2 years of technical experience in a manufacturing setting.
Safety-first mindset.
Demonstrated proficiency in troubleshooting and problem solving on a manufacturing line.
Demonstrated proficiency in electrical/electronic and mechanical systems.
Demonstrated proficiency in responding to SPC alarms to bring processes back into control.
Self-directed and able to work with minimal supervision.
Ability to apply statistical tools to analyze data and provide conclusions.
Good written and oral communication skills in English.
Ability to handle administrative as well as technical tasks.
Ability to meet the stated physical requirements, including lifting, pushing or pulling, climbing, and frequent use of hands.
Meet stated vision requirements, including distinguishing red, yellow, and green and peripheral vision greater than 70 degrees.
Ability to wear required personal protective equipment, including respirators where required; respirator use requires little or no facial hair.
Must comply with all safety standards and procedures.
Must successfully complete a background check and any other tests that may be required.

Responsibilities

Solve day-to-day production, equipment, and process problems.
Identify and implement yield and product-performance improvements, and develop methods to assign causes to yield excursions.
Set up and maintain gauges.
Ensure processes run on target as defined by the Process Control Plan.
Respond to SPC process-control alarms and bring 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.
Maintain effective communication with production associates and manufacturing engineers.
Disposition non-conforming product according to established criteria (NCP).
Adhere to safety procedures and good housekeeping standards.
Ensure waste materials are discarded in designated containers.
Keep hazardous waste containers closed except when adding or removing waste.
Keep satellite accumulation containers in their designated locations.
Perform other duties as assigned.