Production Technician I USA

LED FastStart•New Iberia, LA

About The Position

The Production Technician I is an intermediate-level role in the middle submodule through the finishing end of the manufacturing process. The position safely operates specific equipment and manages materials and processes to manufacture high-quality photovoltaic solar modules at the required rate. Duties also include operational preventative maintenance, responding to intermediate-level alarms, basic quality control, and interfacing 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.

Requirements

External candidates: High school diploma or GED.
External candidates: At least 1 year of 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, problem-solving, and math skills sufficient to understand typical manufacturing production metrics.
Ability to work in a team environment and communicate effectively in writing and orally.
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.
Ability to meet the stated physical requirements and wear required personal protective equipment.
Successful completion of a background check and any other tests that may be required for candidates receiving an employment offer.

Nice To Haves

Associate degree or certificate in a technical discipline.
Relevant experience in warehousing, textiles, agriculture, or material inspection may substitute for direct manufacturing experience.
Honorable military experience in an electrical, mechanical, and/or chemical industrial application may substitute for direct manufacturing experience.

Responsibilities

Adhere to safety procedures and maintain good housekeeping.
Safely operate and maintain tools and equipment to meet acceptable quality and productivity levels.
Complete required training within the specified timeframe.
Provide on-the-job training to team members when requested.
Perform assigned duties in accordance with 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 based on procedures to maintain process control.
Recognize conditions requiring escalation and communicate issues and recommendations.
Work with cross-functional teams to conduct approved tests and collaborate on problem solving.
Collect data and provide reports when requested, in writing, orally, or via computers and devices.
Communicate with team members and leadership during shift changes.
Ensure adequate inventory of materials and in-process work is available for the next shift.
Ensure waste is discarded in a timely and appropriate manner.
Perform other duties as assigned.