Process Engineering Technician

Abner Solar Inc; South Carolina; On-site; USD 52,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Abner Solar Inc. is seeking a motivated Process Engineering Technician to support daily manufacturing processes at our solar cell production facility in Wellford, South Carolina. The role involves monitoring, data analysis, troubleshooting, and driving improvements to enhance production efficiency and product quality.

Training will be provided, and prior solar manufacturing experience is not required. Key responsibilities include monitoring performance, analyzing yield data, addressing process

Qualifications

• Associate degree or higher in related field preferred.
• Manufacturing experience is a plus.
• Basic data analysis and Excel skills required.
• Knowledge of SPC is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Monitor daily production performance and assist with analyzing efficiency and yield data.
• Identify process issues and work with team to improve production performance and quality.
• Support process improvements to reduce defects and waste.
• Monitor and record process data including SPC results and report abnormalities.
• Assist with troubleshooting process-related issues and implement corrective actions.
• Support process testing and experiments under supervision.
• Collect, organize, and summarize production data using Excel or reporting tools.
• Follow safety, quality, and SOPs.

Skills

Data analysis

Process monitoring

Troubleshooting

Communication

Teamwork

Attention to detail

Education

Associate degree or higher in related field

Tools

Microsoft Excel

SPC basics

Data collection tools

Job description

Process Engineering Technician - Solar Cell Manufacturing

Location: Wellford, South Carolina

Department: Process

Job Type: Full-Time

Job Summary

Abner Solar Inc. is seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Process Technician to support daily manufacturing processes at our solar cell production facility. This position will assist with process monitoring, data analysis, troubleshooting, and continuous improvement to support production efficiency and product quality.

Training will be provided, and previous solar manufacturing experience is not required.

Key Responsibilities

1. Monitor daily production performance and assist with analyzing efficiency and yield data.


2. Identify process issues and work with team members to improve production performance and product quality.


3. Support process improvements and help reduce production defects and material waste.


4. Monitor and record process data, including Statistical Process Control (SPC) results, and report abnormalities.


5. Assist with troubleshooting process-related issues and implementing corrective actions.


6. Support process testing and experiments under the guidance of supervisors or engineers.


7. Collect, organize, and summarize production and experimental data using Excel or other reporting tools.


8. Follow company safety, quality, and standard operating procedures (SOPs).


9. Perform other process-related duties as assigned.

Qualifications

1. Education: Associate degree or higher in Materials Science, Chemistry, Physics, Engineering, or a related field preferred.


2. Experience: Previous experience in manufacturing, process control, or quality is a plus, but not required.


3. Technical Skills: Basic computer skills, including Microsoft Excel. Ability to collect, organize, and analyze data.


4. Problem-Solving: Willingness to learn basic troubleshooting and process improvement technique


5. 5: Communication: Good communication and teamwork skills.


6. Work Attitude: Responsible, detail-oriented, organized, and willing to learn.


7. Adaptability: Ability to work in a fast-paced manufacturing environment and manage multiple tasks.


8. Industry Experience: Experience in solar cell manufacturing, semiconductor, or related industries is preferred but not required.

Additional Physical Requirements

• Manufacturing and production environment.


• May require standing, walking, and working near production equipment.


• Must follow all company safety, quality, and environmental procedures.


• On-the-job training will be provided.

Abner Solar Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to any legally protected status.