Technician- Calibration/IQA I USA (A Crew/AM Shift)
About The Position
First Solar reserves the right to offer you a role most applicable to your experience and skillset. The basic job functions include managing all calibrations within the facility, ensuring systems are implemented and maintained, and executing inspection procedures for the validation of incoming material. Potential candidates will meet the education and experience requirements provided and excel in completing the listed responsibilities for this role. All candidates receiving an offer of employment must successfully complete a background check and any other tests that may be required. First Solar is an Equal Opportunity Employer that values and respects the importance of a diverse and inclusive workforce. It is the policy of the company to recruit, hire, train and promote persons in all job titles without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, or gender identity. We recognize that diversity and inclusion is a driving force in the success of our company.
Requirements
- High School Diploma or GED required.
- 5 years of manufacturing experience OR 2 years of Calibration experience
- Associates degree in a technical discipline or equivalent post-secondary studies AND 2 years of manufacturing experience OR 1 year of calibration experience
- Bachelors degree in a technical discipline AND 0-2 years manufacturing experience.
- Be a self-starter.
- Be collaborative.
- Be safe.
- Be agile.
- Be innovative/entrepreneurial.
- Be focused on results.
- Refer to "Operation/Production" competencies.
- Basic understanding of electronic devices.
- Basic understanding of thermal equipment.
- Experience with calibration system requirements.
- Experience using micrometers, gage blocks, and other handheld inspection tools.
- Basic inspection methods for production type parts.
- Ability to read and interpret product and tool blueprints.
- CMM (Coordinate Measuring Machine) operation experience.
- FARO operation experience.
- Proven communications skills.
- Proficient use of all Microsoft Office programs.
Nice To Haves
- 2 years of experience within ISO 9001 (or equivalent) Quality System desired.
- ASQ Certification desired (CQI, CQA, CQT, CCT).
- Certifications from Polyworks, Zeiss, and Omnex desired.
Responsibilities
- Complete assignments and projects as directed, with minimal supervision.
- Complete all the calibrations on time and with proper documentation.
- Maintain calibration procedures and records per company policy.
- Define and implement corrective actions on devices that are out of calibration.
- Perform inspections of incoming material, using provided metrology.
- Release material in the inventory system after completing the inspections.
- Quarantine and investigate any nonconforming incoming materials.
- Assist in module inspections when needed.
- Conduct effective communications and foster team building.
- Interface with other departments and locations.
- Adhere to all safety procedures and good housekeeping standards.
- Other duties as assigned.
- Job description subject to change at any time.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
Number of Employees
1,001-5,000 employees
