Stringer Operator (Pitman Day Shift)

Silfab Solar•Fort Mill, SC

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Silfab Solar is dedicated to reducing carbon emissions and improving access to clean energy through the production of high-efficiency PV cells and modules. The company operates state-of-the-art facilities in the US and Canada, focusing on advanced manufacturing technology. Silfab Solar is a profitable and rapidly expanding company in the renewable energy sector, offering employees opportunities for career growth, competitive pay, and generous benefits, while fostering a dynamic, supportive, respectful, and safe workplace. The Stringer Operator is responsible for the safe, efficient, and precise operation of the Stringer machine. This role demands production expertise, technical understanding, and mechanical aptitude to ensure consistent product quality, maximum equipment uptime, and first-time-through (FTT) success. The operator will monitor Stringer performance, utilize Human-Machine Interfaces (HMIs), perform preventive and autonomous maintenance, and assist with troubleshooting and minor repairs under the guidance of maintenance and engineering teams. The position follows a 12-hour rotating shift schedule from 6 AM to 6 PM.

Requirements

Experience working with HMIs and operating numerical control (NC) or automated production equipment.
Strong understanding of preventive maintenance and basic mechanical/electrical troubleshooting.
Fine motor control and steady hand-eye coordination for handling delicate solar components.
Clear and effective communication skills for documenting and reporting equipment or process issues.
Critical thinker with the ability to identify root causes and propose practical solutions.
High attention to detail and commitment to producing quality work.
Team-oriented with a proactive approach to safety and continuous improvement.
Dependable, adaptable, and eager to develop advanced technical skills.
High School Diploma or equivalent required.
Minimum 2 years of production experience in an autonomous manufacturing environment.
Hands-on experience operating HMI-controlled equipment, NC machinery, and performing preventive/autonomous maintenance.

Nice To Haves

Technical diploma or certificate preferred.
Familiarity with basic mechanical, pneumatic, or electrical systems preferred.

Responsibilities

Safely operate and monitor stringer machinery, ensuring proper function and throughput.
Load materials, visually inspecting solar cells and verifying product quality against established standards.
Operate and navigate HMI and NC equipment interfaces for machine control, diagnostics, and basic troubleshooting.
Perform hands-on preventive maintenance (PM) and autonomous maintenance tasks such as cleaning, lubrication, and inspection of key components.
Troubleshoot, communicate and help resolve basic machine faults issues to minimize downtime, escalate as needed.
Record hourly production and performance data accurately and report deviations or abnormalities.
Collaborate with maintenance, engineering, and quality teams to implement process improvements and corrective actions.
Follow all established safety, quality, and operational procedures, maintaining a clean and organized work area.
Support training and onboarding of new operators on stringer operation and maintenance best practices.
Other duties as assigned by Lead Hand and Supervisor.