Technician- Manufacturing Engineer I USA

First Solar•Perrysburg, OH

About The Position

Assist with installation and qualification of systems, troubleshoot day-to-day manufacturing issues, and identify or implement system improvements that contribute to throughput, yield, and product performance goals. The role requires a high school diploma or GED and one of the listed qualifying education or experience pathways. The position reports to the Lead- Technical Group and has no direct reports. The estimated salary range is $23–$26.44 per hour. The job description may change at any time. Candidates receiving an offer must successfully complete a background check and any other required tests. First Solar is an Equal Opportunity Employer and values a diverse and inclusive workforce.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
Meet at least one qualifying criterion: an associate degree in a technical discipline; 2+ years of machine or mechanic experience as a primary job function; one year of First Solar technical experience; or six months’ experience as a Temporary Manufacturing Engineering Technician at First Solar.
Safety-first mindset.
General electrical/electronic and mechanical knowledge.
Self-directed and able to work with minimal supervision.
Good written and oral communication skills in English.
Able to troubleshoot and solve problems on the manufacturing line.
Ability to handle administrative as well as technical tasks.
Ability to comply with safety standards and procedures.
Ability to wear required personal protective equipment, including steel-toed shoes, cut-resistant gloves, jackets, aprons and/or arm guards, safety glasses or goggles, hearing protection, and respirators; this is a condition of employment and continued employment and may require little or no facial hair.
Must meet the stated vision requirement: 20/40 vision in both eyes, with or without correction, and ability to distinguish red, yellow, and green.

Responsibilities

Solve day-to-day production, equipment, and process problems.
Identify and implement yield and product performance improvements.
Develop methods to assign causes to yield excursions.
Set up and maintain gauges.
Ensure processes run on target as defined by the Process Control Plan.
Respond to SPC process control alarms and bring processes back into control.
Execute planned process experiments, collect and analyze data, and report experimental results.
Collect data relating to daily tool performance and associated product performance.
Provide training to production associates.
Develop and update internal documentation, including drawings, standard operating procedures, and process specifications.
Interface with internal associates and supplier representatives as required to complete assigned projects.
Develop a complete understanding of area processes, equipment, and support systems.
Maintain effective communication with production associates and manufacturing engineers.
Disposition non-conforming product according to established criteria (NCP).
Adhere to safety procedures and good housekeeping standards.
Ensure waste materials are discarded in designated containers.
Ensure hazardous waste containers remain closed except when waste is being added or removed.
Ensure satellite accumulation containers remain in their designated locations.
Perform other duties as assigned.