Stringer Operator (Pitman Day Shift)

Silfab Solar Inc.; Fort Mill (SC); On-site; USD 30,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Time Off

Employee Assistance Program

Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance

Tuition Reimbursement Program

Employee Recognition Programs

PV Panel Purchase Program

Job summary

Silfab Solar Inc. is seeking a Stringer Operator for our Fort Mill, SC facility to safely and efficiently run the stringer machine, ensuring product quality and maximum uptime on 12-hour rotating shifts.

You will monitor HMIs, perform preventive and autonomous maintenance, document production data, and collaborate with maintenance and engineering to implement improvements while following safety and quality procedures.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent; technical diploma or certificate preferred.
• ≥2 years of production experience in an autonomous manufacturing environment.
• Hands-on experience operating HMI-controlled equipment, NC machinery, and performing preventive/autonomous maintenance.
• Familiarity with basic mechanical, pneumatic, or electrical systems preferred.

Responsibilities

• Operate stringer machinery safely and monitor throughput.
• Load materials and inspect solar cells for quality against standards.
• Use HMIs and NC interfaces for control, diagnostics, and troubleshooting.
• Perform preventive maintenance and autonomous maintenance tasks (cleaning, lubrication, inspection).
• Troubleshoot basic machine faults to minimize downtime and report issues.
• Record hourly production and performance data, reporting deviations.
• Collaborate with maintenance, engineering and quality teams to implement improvements.
• Follow safety, quality, and operational procedures; maintain a clean, organized work area.
• Support training of new operators on stringer operation and maintenance.
• Other duties as assigned by Lead Hand and Supervisor.

Skills

HMI operation

PM knowledge

Electrical troubleshooting

Mechanical troubleshooting

Attention to detail

Team safety

Problem solving

Communication

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Technical diploma or certificate preferred

Tools

HMI interfaces

NC machinery

Job description

Making a difference in the world by reducing carbon emissions and improving access to clean energy with every module we make.

Our purpose is to make a difference in the world by reducing carbon emissions and improving access to clean energy with every module we make.

At Silfab Solar, the energy of our people is the power behind our success. Our employees actively shape the solar innovations of tomorrow, while adhering to the highest ethical operating standards and promoting a respectful and safe workplace for our diverse workforce.

Our state-of-the art facilities in the US and Canada engineer and design the latest generation of solar products and utilize advanced manufacturing technology to produce high-efficiency PV cells and modules intended to outperform the market. As a profitable and rapidly expanding company in one of the fastest-growing sectors in the renewable energy industry, Silfab provides you with an incredible opportunity to build your career and contribute to a sustainable future. We are committed to investing in our employees, providing a dynamic and supportive environment for learning and professional growth. We offer competitive pay, generous benefits, and opportunities for advancement, but more importantly, we offer you the ability to make a real difference in the world.

Together we can create a brighter, cleaner future for generations to come.

Job Description

Summary of Position

The Stringer Operator is responsible for the safe, efficient, and precise operation of the Stringer machine. This role requires a combination of production expertise, technical understanding, and mechanical aptitude to ensure consistent product quality, maximum equipment uptime & FTT (first time through). The Stringer Operator will monitor Stringer performance, operate using HMIs, perform hands-on preventive and autonomous maintenance, and assist with troubleshooting and minor repairs under the guidance of maintenance and engineering teams. The schedule for this position is 12 hour rotating shifts from 6AM - 6PM.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Safely operate and monitor stringer machinery, ensuring proper function and throughput.
• Load materials, visually inspecting solar cells and verifying product quality against established standards.
• Operate and navigate HMI and NC equipment interfaces for machine control, diagnostics, and basic troubleshooting.
• Perform hands-on preventive maintenance (PM) and autonomous maintenance tasks such as cleaning, lubrication, and inspection of key components.
• Troubleshoot, communicate and help resolve basic machine faults issues to minimize downtime, eliminate as needed
• Record hourly production and performance data accurately and report deviations or abnormalities.
• Collaborate with maintenance, engineering, and quality teams to implement process improvements and corrective actions.
• Follow all established safety, quality, and operational procedures, maintaining a clean and organized work area.
• Support training and onboarding of new operators on stringer operation and maintenance best practices.
• Other duties as assigned by Lead Hand and Supervisor

Qualifications

Skills

• Experience working with HMIs and operating numerical control (NC) or automated production equipment.
• Strong understanding of preventive maintenance and basic mechanical/electrical troubleshooting.
• Fine motor control and steady hand-eye coordination for handling delicate solar components.
• Clear and effective communication skills for documenting and reporting equipment or process issues.
• Critical thinker with the ability to identify root causes and propose practical solutions.
• High attention to detail and commitment to producing quality work.
• Team-oriented with a proactive approach to safety and continuous improvement.
• Dependable, adaptable, and eager to develop advanced technical skills.

Education and/or Experience

• High School Diploma or equivalent required; technical diploma or certificate preferred.
• Minimum 2 years of production experience in an autonomous manufacturing environment.
• Hands-on experience operating HMI-controlled equipment, NC machinery, and performing preventive/autonomous maintenance.
• Familiarity with basic mechanical, pneumatic, or electrical systems preferred.

Additional Information

Compensation and Benefits

• Paid Time Off (vacation, sick, and holiday)
• Employee Assistance Program
• Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance Plans
• Employee Assistance Program
• Tuition Reimbursement Program
• Employee Recognition Programs
• Employee PV Panel Purchase Program

Additional Information

Silfab Solar is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to fostering an inclusive workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

Any information provided during the application process will be maintained in accordance with applicable privacy laws and Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) requirements.