Production Technician I USA (A Crew/AM Shift)

First Solar (US)•New Iberia, LA

About The Position

The Production Technician I is an intermediate-level position in the middle submodule-to-finishing portion of the manufacturing process. The role safely operates specific equipment and manages materials and processes to manufacture high-quality photovoltaic solar modules at the required rate. It also conducts operational preventative maintenance, addresses intermediate-level alarms, performs basic quality control procedures, and interfaces with equipment and factory computer systems. The position reports to the Technical Supervisor and has no direct reports. Travel is 0%–5% on occasion, as needed for training and similar purposes. The estimated pay is $18.00 per hour. Candidates receiving an offer must successfully complete a background check and any other required tests. The role’s responsibilities and job description may change at any time.

Requirements

External candidates: High school diploma or GED.
External candidates: At least 1 year of manufacturing experience; warehousing, textile, agriculture, material inspection, or honorable military experience in an electrical, mechanical, and/or chemical industrial application may substitute for direct manufacturing experience.
Internal candidates: High school diploma or GED, 60 credits of internal manufacturing-related training, endorsement from the direct supervisor for promotion, and a positive direct-supervisor rating related to Safety, Performance, Dependability, and Collaboration.
Safety-first mindset and ability to maintain a high standard of quality.
Basic troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.
Basic math skills sufficient to understand typical manufacturing production metrics.
Ability to work in a team environment.
Good written and oral communication skills.
Fundamental knowledge of different computer applications.
Ability to interface with machine control panels and use mobile systems, communication devices, and simple tool interfaces.
Ability to use simple hand tools and measurement tools and perform light mechanical maintenance using hand tools and measurement devices.
Ability to work in a large manufacturing area, often without line-of-sight of direct supervision.
Meet the stated vision and color-discrimination requirements: 20/40 vision in both eyes, with or without correction, and ability to distinguish red, yellow, and green.
Ability to comply with safety standards and wear required personal protective equipment; this may require little or no facial hair.
For positions with an essential PIV-operation function: 20/40 vision in each eye separately and both eyes, with or without correction; ability to distinguish red, yellow, and green; and peripheral vision greater than 70 degrees.
Successfully complete a background check and any other tests required for an employment offer.

Nice To Haves

Associate degree or certificate in a technical discipline.

Responsibilities

Adhere to safety procedures and maintain good housekeeping.
Safely operate and maintain tools and equipment to meet acceptable quality and productivity levels.
Complete training within the required timeframe.
Provide on-the-job training to team members when requested.
Perform assigned duties according to training and direction from team leads and the supervisor.
Perform equipment maintenance within the required time using hand tools and instrumentation.
Interface with equipment computers to monitor parameters and alarms.
Monitor process data and make decisions according to procedures to maintain process control.
Recognize conditions requiring escalation and communicate issues and recommendations.
Work with cross-functional teams to run approved tests and collaborate on problem-solving.
Collect data and provide requested reporting in writing, orally, or via computers or devices.
Communicate with team members and leadership during shift changes.
Ensure appropriate inventory levels of materials and in-process work are available for the next shift.
Ensure waste is discarded promptly and appropriately.
Perform other duties as assigned.