Technician- Coater I (Crew D)

First Solar (US)•Trinity, AL

3d•$21 - $25

About The Position

The Production Coater Technician I is an intermediate-level position responsible for the beginning of the manufacturing process, including applying the semiconductor coating. The role safely operates specific equipment and manages materials and processes to manufacture high-quality photovoltaic solar modules at the required rate. It also involves operational preventative maintenance, responding to intermediate-level alarms, basic quality-control procedures, using simple hand tools and systems during floor operations, and training others on tasks for which the technician is certified. This position reports to the Technical Supervisor and involves 0–5% travel. The estimated salary range is $20.50–$25.00. Candidates must meet the applicable education and experience requirements and be able to perform the listed responsibilities. Employment offers are contingent on successfully completing a background check and any other required tests.

Requirements

External candidates must have a high school diploma or GED.
External candidates must have 2 or more years of manufacturing experience; warehousing, textile, agriculture, material inspection, or honorable military experience in an electrical, mechanical, and/or chemical industrial application may be considered as a substitute for direct manufacturing experience.
Internal candidates must have a high school diploma or GED and 60 credits of internal manufacturing-related training in module or semiconductor areas of the line, or meet the education and experience requirements for external candidates.
Internal candidates must receive an endorsement from their direct supervisor for promotion and a positive supervisor rating related to Safety, Performance, Dependability, and Collaboration.
Maintain a Safety First mindset and a high standard of quality.
Have basic troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.
Have math skills sufficient to understand and apply Statistical Process Control (SPC) concepts.
Be able to work in a team environment and communicate well in writing and orally.
Have fundamental knowledge of different computer applications.
Be able to interface with machine control panels and use mobile systems, communication devices, and simple tool interfaces.
Be able to use simple hand tools and measurement tools and perform light mechanical maintenance using hand tools and measurement devices.
Be able to work in a large manufacturing area, often without line-of-sight to direct supervision.
Be able to obtain and maintain forklift and/or walk-behind forklift certification if requested.
Meet the physical requirements, including specified vision and color-discrimination requirements, and be able to wear required personal protective equipment.

Nice To Haves

An associate degree or certificate in a technical discipline is preferred.

Responsibilities

Adhere to safety procedures and maintain good housekeeping.
Safely operate and maintain tools and equipment to meet acceptable quality and productivity levels.
Complete training within the required timeframe.
Provide on-the-job training to team members when requested.
Perform assigned duties according to training and direction from team leads and the supervisor.
Perform equipment maintenance within the required time using hand tools and instrumentation.
Operate forklifts and cranes when required and properly trained and certified.
Interface with equipment computers to monitor parameters and alarms.
Monitor process data, including SPC, and make decisions according to procedures to maintain process control.
Recognize conditions requiring escalation and communicate issues and recommendations.
Work with cross-functional teams to run approved tests and collaborate on problem solving.
Collect data and provide requested reporting in writing, orally, or through computers and devices.
Communicate with team members and leadership during shift changes.
Ensure appropriate inventory of materials and in-process work is available for the next shift.
Ensure waste is discarded promptly and appropriately.
Perform other duties as assigned.