Manufacturing Process Technician I

First Solar, Inc.; Walbridge (OH); On-site; USD 32,000 - 3,642,000; Full time

Job summary

First Solar, Inc. is seeking a Temporary Manufacturing Engineering Technician in Walbridge, OH. The role focuses on assisting in installation and qualification of systems, troubleshooting day-to-day manufacturing issues, and implementing improvements to boost throughput, yield, and product performance.

Qualifications include a high school diploma or GED with an associates degree or relevant experience. Strong English communication, safety mindset, and the ability to work with minimal supervision

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required
• Associates degree in technical discipline preferred
• 2+ years of machine or mechanic experience required
• One year First Solar technical experience required
• Six months' experience as Temporary Manufacturing Engineering Technician at First Solar required

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 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 results.
• Collect data relating to daily tool performance and product performance.
• Provide training to production associates.
• Develop and update internal documentation including drawings, SOPs, and process specifications.
• Interface with internal associates and supplier representatives 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 all safety procedures and good housekeeping standards.
• Ensure waste materials are discarded in designated containers.
• Ensure hazardous waste containers stay closed except when adding or removing waste.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Safety first mindset

Electrical knowledge

Mechanical knowledge

Self-directed

English communications

Troubleshooting

Administrative tasks

Education

Associates degree in technical discipline

2+ years of machine or mechanic experience

One year First Solar technical experience

Six months' Temporary Manufacturing Engineering Technician experience

Job description

First Solar, Inc. is seeking a Temporary Manufacturing Engineering Technician in Walbridge, OH. The role focuses on assisting in installation and qualification of systems, troubleshooting day-to-day manufacturing issues, and implementing improvements to boost throughput, yield, and product performance.

Qualifications include a high school diploma or GED with an associates degree or relevant experience. Strong English communication, safety mindset, and the ability to work with minimal supervision