Technician- Manufacturing Engineer II USA

First Solar (US)•Perrysburg, OH

17h•$23 - $33

About The Position

Assist with the installation and qualification of manufacturing equipment, troubleshoot day-to-day manufacturing issues, and identify or implement system improvements that contribute to throughput, yield, and product performance goals. The role supports manufacturing processes and equipment, including laser systems, and works with production associates, manufacturing engineers, and supplier representatives as needed. This position has no direct reports and requires 0%–5% travel. The position requires one of several education and experience combinations: a high school diploma or equivalent plus qualifying First Solar or manufacturing technical experience; an associate’s degree in a technical discipline plus qualifying experience; or a bachelor’s degree in a technical discipline with 0–2 years of technical manufacturing experience. The estimated salary range is $23.37–$32.69. The work includes manufacturing physical demands such as standing or walking for periods of up to 12 hours per day, frequent stair climbing and handling of objects, and occasional lifting, pushing, or pulling. Required protective equipment may include steel-toed shoes, cut-resistant gloves, protective clothing, eye and hearing protection, and respirators. The role requires compliance with safety procedures, housekeeping standards, and applicable product and waste-handling requirements. Candidates receiving an offer must successfully complete a background check and any other required tests.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent plus one year as a First Solar Manufacturing Engineering Technician I, or three years of First Solar technical experience, or 10 years of technical experience in a manufacturing setting; alternatively, an associate’s degree in a technical discipline plus one year as a First Solar Manufacturing Engineering Technician I, two years of First Solar technical experience, or at least three years of technical manufacturing experience; alternatively, a bachelor’s degree in a technical discipline with 0–2 years of technical manufacturing experience.
Safety-first mindset.
Demonstrated proficiency troubleshooting and problem-solving on a manufacturing line.
Demonstrated proficiency with electrical/electronic and mechanical systems.
Demonstrated proficiency 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 draw conclusions.
Good written and oral communication skills in English.
Ability to handle both administrative and technical tasks.
Ability to comply with safety standards and procedures and wear required personal protective equipment.
Manufacturing physical abilities include sitting, standing, or walking short distances for up to 12 hours per day; frequent stair climbing; occasional lifting up to 58 pounds and pushing or pulling up to 50 pounds of force; and frequent lifting up to 37 pounds and pushing or pulling up to 37 pounds of force.
Frequent use of hands to grasp, lift, handle, carry, or feel objects; frequent reaching above shoulder height and below the waist; occasional stooping, kneeling, or bending.
20/40 vision in both eyes, with or without correction, and ability to distinguish red, yellow, and green.
Successful completion of a background check and any other tests that may be required after receiving an offer.

Responsibilities

Assist in installing and qualifying manufacturing equipment and troubleshoot day-to-day manufacturing issues.
Identify and implement improvements to throughput, yield, and product performance; develop methods to assign causes to yield excursions.
Solve day-to-day production, equipment, and process problems.
Set up and maintain gauges and ensure processes run on target according to 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 on 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 needed 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).
Assist with critical process alignment of laser systems and scribe parameters.
Follow preventive-maintenance procedures for laser systems and ensure maintenance is completed when due.
Run daily measurement routines on the Micro-Vu optical comparator and make accurate laser changes as necessary.
Monitor production-line lasers to ensure product quality and serve as a point of contact for production personnel regarding laser issues.
Follow safety procedures and good housekeeping standards.
Discard waste materials in designated containers, keep hazardous-waste containers closed except when adding or removing waste, and keep satellite accumulation containers in designated locations.
Perform other duties as assigned.