Solar Production Technician I

First Solar, Inc.; Gaffney (SC); On-site; USD 25,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

First Solar, Inc. is seeking a Production Technician I to join our manufacturing team in the United States. This intermediate role operates specific equipment, manages materials, and ensures quality while supporting preventative maintenance and basic QC tasks.

The position requires collaborating with cross-functional teams and using factory computer systems. Candidates should have a high school diploma or GED, with preference for technical training.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required; technical training preferred.
• Internal candidates must have documented internal training credits and supervisor endorsement.

Responsibilities

• Adheres to all safety procedures and practice good housekeeping.
• Safely operates and maintains tools and equipment to meet quality and productivity levels.
• Completes training in the required timeframe.
• Provides on-the-job training to team members when requested.
• Performs maintenance on equipment using hand tools and instrumentation.
• Interfaces with equipment computers to monitor parameters and alarms.
• Monitors process data and makes decisions to maintain process control.
• Collaborates with cross functional teams on problem solving.

Skills

Safety First

Quality standard

Troubleshooting

Basic math

Team player

Communication

Computer basics

Machine control panels

Mobile devices

Hand tools

Maintenance basics

Work without direct supervision

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Associate degree or technical certificate

60 internal credits in manufacturing training

Supervisor endorsement for promotion

Positive safety/performance rating

Tools

Machine control panels

PC/ERP interfaces

Measurement tools

Reliable mobile devices

Job description

First Solar, Inc. is seeking a Production Technician I to join our manufacturing team in the United States. This intermediate role operates specific equipment, manages materials, and ensures quality while supporting preventative maintenance and basic QC tasks.

The position requires collaborating with cross-functional teams and using factory computer systems. Candidates should have a high school diploma or GED, with preference for technical training.