Manufacturing Process Engineer I: Yield & Troubleshooting

First Solar, Inc.; Walbridge (OH); On-site; USD 52,000 - 68,000; Full time

Job summary

First Solar, Inc. is seeking an Manufacturing Engineering Technician to assist in the installation and qualification of systems, troubleshoot day-to-day manufacturing issues, and push for throughput, yield, and product performance improvements.

The role requires safety discipline and strong communication in English, with hands-on mechanical and electrical knowledge. Education at least a high school diploma or GED, with technical training or an associates degree and relevant experience on the

Qualifications

• Minimum education required with trade- or technical-focused coursework.
• Experience on production floors and with mechanical/electrical systems.
• Ability to operate with minimal supervision and document work.

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 and restore control.
• Execute planned process experiments and analyze results.
• Collect data on tool performance and product performance.
• Provide training to production associates.
• Develop and update internal documentation (SOPs, drawings, specs).
• Interface with internal and supplier personnel to complete projects.
• Maintain understanding of area processes, equipment, and support systems.
• Maintain effective communication with production staff and engineers.
• Disposition non-conforming product per criteria (NCP).
• Adhere to safety and housekeeping standards.
• Handle waste appropriately and follow hazardous material procedures.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Safety mindset

Electrical knowledge

Mechanical knowledge

Self-directed

English communication

Troubleshoot on manufacturing line

Administrative tasks

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Associates degree in technical discipline

2+ years machine/mechanic experience

One year First Solar technical experience

Six months Temp Manufacturing Engineering Technician at First Solar

Job description

First Solar, Inc. is seeking an Manufacturing Engineering Technician to assist in the installation and qualification of systems, troubleshoot day-to-day manufacturing issues, and push for throughput, yield, and product performance improvements.

The role requires safety discipline and strong communication in English, with hands-on mechanical and electrical knowledge. Education at least a high school diploma or GED, with technical training or an associates degree and relevant experience on the