Technician- Calibration/IQA I USA

First Solar (US)•Trinity, AL

35d•$19 - $26•Onsite

About The Position

This role is responsible for managing all calibrations within the facility, ensuring systems are implemented and maintained. The technician will also execute inspection procedures for the validation of incoming material. First Solar reserves the right to offer a role most applicable to your experience and skillset. Job description subject to change at any time.

Requirements

High School Diploma or GED required.
Candidates must meet one of the following criteria to qualify: • 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.
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.
Be a self-starter.
Be collaborative.
Be safe.
Be agile.
Be innovative/entrepreneurial.
Be focused on results.
Refer to "Operation/Production" competencies.

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

Manage all calibrations within the facility and ensure that systems are implemented and maintained.
Execute inspection procedures for the validation of incoming material.
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.