Manufacturing Process Technician I — Drive Throughput & Yield

First Solar Inc.; Ohio; Hybrid; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

First Solar Inc. in Perrysburg, OH is seeking a Technician- Manufacturing Engineer I for the D Crew on PM shift.

The role involves assisting with installation, qualification, and optimization of manufacturing systems to improve throughput, yield, and product performance on the production line. The candidate should have a technical diploma or associate degree and hands-on mechanical/electrical knowledge, plus strong communication and independent work habits.

Qualifications

• Diploma or degree in a technical discipline preferred.
• Experience with manufacturing equipment and processes is desirable.
• Strong problem-solving and communication skills required.

Responsibilities

• Assist in installation and qualification of systems for manufacturing lines.
• Troubleshoot day-to-day manufacturing issues and implement improvements.
• Identify yield and performance improvements and contribute to process control and SPC.
• Set up and maintain gauges; ensure processes run to the Control Plan; respond to alarms.
• Execute planned process experiments, collect data, and report results.

Skills

Troubleshooting

Mechanical aptitude

English communication

Self-directed

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Associate degree in technical discipline

Job description

First Solar Inc. in Perrysburg, OH is seeking a Technician- Manufacturing Engineer I for the D Crew on PM shift.

The role involves assisting with installation, qualification, and optimization of manufacturing systems to improve throughput, yield, and product performance on the production line. The candidate should have a technical diploma or associate degree and hands-on mechanical/electrical knowledge, plus strong communication and independent work habits.