Solar Module Production Technician I

First Solar Inc.; Gaffney, Northern (SC, KY); Hybrid; USD 25,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

First Solar Inc. in Gaffney, SC seeks a Production Technician I to operate equipment and manage materials in the mid to finishing submodule of the manufacturing process, ensuring safe, high-quality PV modules at target rates.

Candidates should have a high school diploma or GED; internal candidates need 60 internal credits and supervisor endorsement; external candidates may have 1+ year manufacturing experience or relevant substitute experience; training provided.

Qualifications

• Must have a high school diploma or GED; an associate degree or technical certificate is preferred.
• External candidates: 1+ year manufacturing experience or substitutes such as warehousing, textiles, agriculture, or materials inspection.
• Internal candidates: 60 credits of internal training and supervisor endorsement.

Responsibilities

• Safely operate equipment to manufacture photovoltaic modules at target throughput.
• Perform basic quality checks and preventative maintenance tasks.
• Interface with machine control panels and plant computer systems.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams and report process data as required.

Skills

Teamwork

Communication

Basic troubleshooting

Math skills

Machine Control Panels

Measurement tools

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Associate degree or technical certificate (preferred)

Job description

First Solar Inc. in Gaffney, SC seeks a Production Technician I to operate equipment and manage materials in the mid to finishing submodule of the manufacturing process, ensuring safe, high-quality PV modules at target rates.

Candidates should have a high school diploma or GED; internal candidates need 60 internal credits and supervisor endorsement; external candidates may have 1+ year manufacturing experience or relevant substitute experience; training provided.