Solar Production Technician I

First Solar Inc.; Gaffney (SC); Hybrid; USD 25,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

First Solar Inc. in Gaffney, SC is hiring a Production Technician I to safely operate equipment and manage materials for module manufacturing. You will execute basic quality checks, alarms, and preventative maintenance while interfacing with factory computer systems.

The role emphasizes teamwork, adherence to safety standards, and the ability to read procedures and perform basic math. Ideal candidates have 1+ year in manufacturing and a technical education.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required; technical training preferred.
• At least 1 year of manufacturing experience; related roles accepted.
• Ability to read and follow procedures; basic math and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Operate specific equipment safely and manage materials to manufacture modules.
• Perform basic quality checks and address intermediate alarms.
• Conduct preventative maintenance and interface with factory computer systems.
• Work with cross-functional teams to run approved tests and gather data.
• Support shift handoffs with clear communication and accurate reporting.

Skills

Safety awareness

Teamwork

Basic math

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Associate degree or technical certificate (preferred)

60 credits internal manufacturing training

Tools

Machine Control Panels

Hand tools

Job description

First Solar Inc. in Gaffney, SC is hiring a Production Technician I to safely operate equipment and manage materials for module manufacturing. You will execute basic quality checks, alarms, and preventative maintenance while interfacing with factory computer systems.

The role emphasizes teamwork, adherence to safety standards, and the ability to read procedures and perform basic math. Ideal candidates have 1+ year in manufacturing and a technical education.