Process Technician

Canadian Solar Inc.; Jeffersonville (KY); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

CS Power Systems in Jeffersonville, Indiana, seeks a Process Technician to maintain and improve production processes and line KPIs. You will work with cross-functional teams to ensure operational efficiency and data-driven problem solving on the production floor.

The ideal candidate has a chemical/materials background, 1–2 years in solar or related manufacturing, and strong analytical, technical and safety-focused skills. Overtime and shift flexibility may be required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in chemical, material science, microelectronics, or related field.
• 1–2 years in solar cell industry or related manufacturing (entry level possible for fresh grads).
• Strong technical, analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Familiar with process engineering, production and quality systems.
• Commitment to safety, quality and continuous improvement in process operations.

Responsibilities

• Resolve efficiency, yield, productivity, cost and reliability issues in the assigned process per standards; provide corrective actions.
• Perform daily routine tasks as SOP and as required by cross-functional team.
• Conduct process experiments to improve cell efficiency, stability, yield and productivity; analyze data and report.
• Maintain records per process/machine parameter checklist.
• Maintain SPC charts and take timely actions per OCAP guidance.
• Gather and analyze 5M data; present reports on production line issues.
• Support equipment maintenance and shutdowns; write PM reports.
• Attend daily process meetings and provide handover information for next shift.
• Complete trainings to improve technical and problem-solving skills.
• Other tasks assigned by supervisors.

Skills

Analytical skills

Problem-solving

Safety-conscious

Education

Bachelor’s degree in chemical, material science, microelectronics, or related field

Job description

At CS Power Systems, we’re on a mission to transform lives by delivering clean, solar-powered electricity to millions worldwide—and we’re just getting started. As a cutting-edge division of Canadian Solar, a global leader founded in 2001, we stand at the forefront of manufacturing high-performance solar panels, inverters, and advanced energy storage solutions. In this fast-growing, high-impact industry, our deep commitment to sustainability drives everything we do, creating innovative technologies that power a brighter, greener future.

Across Canadian Solar’s powerful ecosystem—including CS Power Systems, CSPowerTech, e-STORAGE, Recurrent Energy, MSS, and CSI Solar—we’re deeply invested in our people’s success. If you’re passionate about renewable energy and want to “Make the Difference” by building a lasting positive impact on the planet and communities everywhere, join us at CS Power Systems —where your talent can help shape the clean energy revolution.

Position Title: Process Technician

Department : Process Engineering

Reports To: Process Engineer

Location: Jeffersonville, Indiana

The Process Technician reports to the Process Engineer. The ideal candidate is responsible for maintaining and improving the process and production line KPI such as efficiency, yield, cost, productivity and reliability of the products. This role also involves conducting experiments, collecting and analysing engineering data for the resolution and prevention of production issues. The Process Technician will work closely with cross-functional team in the production line to keep machines and processes operational.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Resolve efficiency, yield, productivity, cost and reliability issues in the assigned process in a timely manner according to the set standards and procedures. Provide failure analysis, containment and corrective actions to keep production lines operational.
• Perform the daily routine tasks as specified in the SOP, as assigned by the supervisor/ engineer and as required by the cross-functional production team.
• Conduct process experiments to improve cell efficiency, process stability, yield, cost and productivity. Gather related experimental data, analyse results, write and present summary reports
• Maintain accurate records specified in the process/machine parameter checklist.
• Maintain analyse and improve statistical process control (SPC) charts. Perform action and adjustments to recover the process according to the OCAP in a timely manner
• Gather 5M data, analyse, write and present reports to communicate production line issues.
• Participate in the equipment maintenance and shutdown activities and recover the machine and process back into operation in a timely manner. Write PM reports.
• Attend daily process meetings to communicate issues to engineers, team leaders and supervisors, provide detailed handover information to the next shift.
• Complete trainings to improve technical and problem-solving skills.
• Other activities and tasks assigned by supervisors

Qualifications and Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in chemical, material science, microelectronics, or any related field
• Preferred with 1-2 years of experiences in solar cell industry or any related manufacturing industry. Positions/levels are commensurate of skills and experiences. Fresh graduates are qualified for entry level positions.
• Responsible, able to complete tasks independently and on-time, with organizational and self-leadership skills, with strong technical, analytical and problem-solving skill
• Familiar in process engineering, production and quality systems
• Commitment to safety, quality, and continuous improvement in all aspects of process operational activities

Able to work overtime, off-shift or extended hours to realize 24/7 production requirement, support scheduled / unscheduled process and equipment recovery inside production line or any other situation deemed necessary by the supervisor

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