Production Technician II USA

LED FastStart • New Iberia, LA

2d • Onsite

About The Position

The Production Technician II is an advanced position in the middle submodule to finishing end of the manufacturing process. The core function is to safely operate specific equipment, manage material and processes to manufacture high-quality, photovoltaic solar modules at the required rate. A Production Technician II is a position achieved through internal promotion by successfully completing an associate’s training development program. Production Technician II are expected to have a broader process expertise and will be responsible for conducting more advanced operational preventative maintenance procedures, addressing higher-level alarms, performing advanced quality control procedures, and interface with equipment and factory computer systems.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED.
• Achieved 100 credits of internal manufacturing-related training.
• Endorsement from direct supervisor for a promotion.
• A positive rating from direct supervisor related to Safety, Performance, Dependability, and Collaboration.
• Safety First mindset.
• Maintain a high standard of quality.
• Basic troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.
• Math skills appropriate to understand and apply Statistical Process Control (SPC) concepts.
• Must be able to work in a team environment.
• Good written and oral communication skills.
• Fundamental knowledge to work with different computer applications.
• Interface with Machine Control Panels.
• Ability to use mobile systems, communication devices, and simple tool interfaces.
• Ability to use simple hand tools and measurement tools.
• Perform light mechanical maintenance activities utilizing hand tools and measurement devices.
• Work in a large area of manufacturing space, often without line-of-sight direct supervision.
• Broader process knowledge gained through training and work experience in multiple areas (e.g. FIN1 & FIN2).

Responsibilities

• Adheres to all safety procedures and practice good housekeeping.
• Safely operates and maintains tools and equipment to meet acceptable quality and productivity levels.
• Completes training in the required timeframe.
• Provides on-the-job training to team members when requested.
• Performs assigned job duties in accordance with training and direction provided by team leads and supervisor.
• Performs maintenance on equipment, in the required time, with hand tools and instrumentation.
• Operates forklift and crane with proper training and certification (when required).
• Interfaces with equipment computers to monitor parameters and alarms.
• Monitors process data (including use of SPC) & makes decisions based on procedures to maintain process control.
• Recognizes conditions that require escalation and provides good communication on issues and recommendations.
• Works with cross functional teams to run approved tests.
• Collaborates with cross functional teams on problem solving.
• Collects data and provides reporting (written, oral, or via computer/devices) when requested.
• Provides good communication with team members and leadership during shift changes.
• Ensure proper inventory levels of materials and in-process work is available for the next shift.
• Ensure waste is discarded timely and appropriately.
• Other duties as assigned.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED