Manufacturing Process Engineer II (Laser & Yield Focus)

First Solar; Kentucky; On-site; USD 36,000 - 44,000; Full time

Job summary

First Solar is seeking a Manufacturing Engineering Technician I-level candidate to assist in installing and qualifying manufacturing equipment, troubleshoot day-to-day issues, and contribute to throughput, yield, and product performance goals.

Required qualifications include a high school diploma and related experience or technical degrees, with strong problem-solving, electrical/mechanical proficiency, and English communication skills.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent with related experience or an associate/bachelor degree as specified.
• Demonstrated proficiency in troubleshooting on the manufacturing line.
• Ability to apply statistical tools to analyze data and draw conclusions.

Responsibilities

• Solve day-to-day production, equipment, and process problems.
• Identify and implement yield and product performance improvements.
• Set up and maintain gauges and ensure processes run per the control plan.
• Respond to SPC alarms and bring processes back into control.
• Execute planned process experiments and analyze data.
• Provide training to production associates and document procedures.

Skills

Safety mindset

Troubleshooting

Electrical systems

Mechanical systems

SPC alarms response

English communication

Self-directed

Data analysis

Education

High School Diploma

Associate's degree in a technical discipline

Bachelor’s degree in technical discipline

Job description

First Solar is seeking a Manufacturing Engineering Technician I-level candidate to assist in installing and qualifying manufacturing equipment, troubleshoot day-to-day issues, and contribute to throughput, yield, and product performance goals.

Required qualifications include a high school diploma and related experience or technical degrees, with strong problem-solving, electrical/mechanical proficiency, and English communication skills.