Test Technician II (Crew C - Day Shift)

First Solar•Perrysburg, OH

6d•Onsite

About The Position

Complete the day-to-day reliability operations and testing in Reliability Lab in a safe manner to ensure that the product meets performance and warranty commitments without failure under ambient outdoor exposure extremes. Support Reliability Engineers with multi-task assignments related to second source supplier qualifications, product reliability monitoring, product/process qualification programs and test/equipment development. Develop expertise and train other associates from new hires, plant expansions and satellite plants while working with other technicians in Perrysburg.

Requirements

Bachelor Degree in a technical discipline (Electrical preferred) OR Associates Degree or equivalent in a technical discipline (Electrical preferred) with minimum 2 years working experience in a manufacturing or lab environment OR High School Diploma with minimum 5 years working experience in a manufacturing, lab, or quality environment OR 3 years at First Solar as a Test Technician I
Basic ability using tools and operating equipment required.
Ability to learn the basic operation of simulators required.
Ability to operate a fork lift required.
Must have good glass handling skills.
Must possess good communication skills.
Must have the ability to follow directions and use work instructions.
Must be motivated to work independently.
Must be able to demonstrate problem solving ability.
Must be organized and keep a clean and orderly work area at all times.
Must be able to analyze data enough to determine if testing was ran properly.
Must be able to analyze data to determine if results fit inside a control plan.
Must be able to follow control plan OCAP steps if module seems to be out of spec.
Must be able to select and run the correct recipes for testing across multiple tools.
Must be able to locate a module in a test plan and determine the measurements needs and next test for that module.
Ability to load more complicated test setups and assist in developing new testing setups.
Ability to perform minor equipment maintenance and cleaning on a PM schedule.
Proven communications skills and attention to detail.
Intermediate computer skills (Word, Excel, Outlook, SQL is a plus).
Good team player.
All positions in our office require interaction with people and technology while either standing or sitting.
To best service our customers, internal and external, all associates must be able to communicate face-to-face and on the phone with or without reasonable accommodation.
Ability to wear personal protective equipment is required (including, but not limited to: steel-toed shoes, cut-resistant gloves, jackets, aprons &/or arm guards, safety glasses or goggles, hearing protection & respirators) and a condition of employment and continued employment (may require little or no facial hair).

Nice To Haves

Calibration/testing/measurement experience is an added advantage.
Basic experience using electrical test and measurement equipment desired.
Experience in using tools and operating equipment is an added advantage (micrometers, multimeters, power supplies and data logger).
Possess basic knowledge of JMP and SQL application.
Leadership skill is an added advantage.

Responsibilities

Perform baseline and post test measurement for all standard Reliability tests.
Safely load and operate all standard Reliability Stress Test equipment.
Process warranty returns.
Perform data entry for Reliability testing.
Ensure that all the tests and measurements are complete per the schedule.
Communicate immediately any abnormal findings on the product or testing equipment.
Willing to work long hours and weekends to support any testing or measurement.
Able to work independently with less supervision.
Adheres to all safety procedures and good housekeeping standards.
Assist in any other task or job assign by supervisor.
Provide guidance to an employee when a supervisor is not available.
Identify when a test ran incorrectly and suggest a root cause or an action plan.
Understand, load, and test IEC 61215 Standard Testing procedures.
Identify and retrieve weekly PRM or ETA modules for reliability testing per schedule.
Perform calibration and ensure that simulators are in good condition to test products.
Train new technicians in module testing and measurements, handling, loading and unloading from test equipment.
Lead testing and other technicians in a specific area to ensure assignment completion and accuracy.
Perform audits of testing and equipment to ensure accuracy and compliance.
Work with other departments to ensure modules are delivered and removed from lab as needed.
Coordinate and perform testing for customer audits.
Perform 5S Tasks, Audits and Compliance work.
Consistently demonstrate efficient and effective methods to deliver quality test results.
Identify durability/stability defects and issues and start failure analysis procedures and communicate to appropriate personnel (Level 2 failure analysis and troubleshooting).
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.