Basic Job Functions: Assist in the installation and qualification of manufacturing equipment, troubleshoot day-to-day manufacturing issues, identify and/or implement system improvements that contribute to the achievement of throughput, yield and product performance goals. Education/Experience: High School Diploma or equivalent is required Candidates must meet one of the following criteria to qualify: Associates degree in a technical discipline. Two or more years' machine or mechanic experience as a primary job function. One year First Solar technical experience. Six months' experience as Temporary Manufacturing Engineering Technician at First Solar. Required Skills/Competencies: Safety first mindset. General electrical/electronic and mechanical knowledge. Self-directed, ability to work with minimal supervision. Good written and oral communications skills in English. Able to trouble shoot and solve problems on the manufacturing line. Ability to deal with administrative as well as technical tasks. Essential 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 all processes are running on target as defined by the Process Control Plan. Respond to SPC process control alarms, bringing 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. Support the operation of pilot-line equipment to define a new process. Transition new equipment and processes through start-up, qualification, and implementation 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. Provide training to production associates. Maintain effective communication with production associates and manufacturing engineers. Disposition non-conforming product according to established criteria (NCP). Adhere to all safety procedures and good housekeeping standards. Ensure waste materials are discarded in their designated containers. Ensure hazardous waste containers stay closed except when adding or removing waste. Ensure satellite accumulation containers stay in their designated locations. Other duties as assigned. Job description subject to change at any time.
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Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
Number of Employees
5,001-10,000 employees