Technician- Eng Project III USA

First Solar; Perrysburg (OH); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in renewable energy seeks a Technician- Eng Project III for their Perrysburg facility. This role focuses on installing and qualifying manufacturing equipment while troubleshooting issues and ensuring product performance. Candidates with a range of technical experience and a safety-first mindset will thrive in this dynamic environment. Join a team dedicated to advancing efficiency and productivity in semiconductor manufacturing.

Qualifications

• Experience in a manufacturing environment (1-14 years based on education).
• Demonstrated proficiency in troubleshooting on the manufacturing line.
• Self-directed with ability to work independently.

Responsibilities

• Assist in installation and qualification of manufacturing equipment.
• Troubleshoot manufacturing issues and implement improvements.
• Lead projects for safety and process improvements.

Skills

Safety first mindset

Troubleshooting

Problem solving

Electrical/electronic systems

Mechanical systems

Statistical analysis

Communication skills

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Associate’s degree in a technical discipline

Bachelor’s degree in a technical discipline

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

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Job Description

First Solar reserves the right to offer you a role most applicable to your experience and skillset.

Job Description

First Solar reserves the right to offer you a role most applicable to your experience and skillset.

Basic Job Functions:

• Assist in the installation and qualification of manufacturing equipment, troubleshoot day-to-day manufacturing issues, identify and/or implement system improvements that contribute to the achievement of throughput, yield, and product performance goals.
  
  

Education/Experience:

• High School Diploma or equivalent with 1 year experience as First Solar Manufacturing Engineering Technician II or 14 years technical experience in a Manufacturing setting or
• Associate’s degree in a technical discipline with at least 1 year experience as First Solar Manufacturing Engineering Technician II or at least 5 years’ technical experience in a Manufacturing setting or
• Bachelor’s degree in a technical discipline with 1 year experience as First Solar Manufacturing Engineering Technician II or at least 2 years technical experience in a Manufacturing setting.
  
  

Required Skills/Competencies:

• Safety first mindset.
• Outstanding skill in troubleshooting and problem solving on the manufacturing line.
• Outstanding skill in electrical/electronic and mechanical systems.
• Outstanding skill in responding to SPC alarms to bring processes back in control.
• Ability to lead and execute equipment and process improvement projects.
• Self-directed, ability to work with minimal supervision.
• Demonstrated proficiency in using statistical tools to analyze data and provide actionable recommendations.
• Demonstrated proficiency with training of operators, technicians, and new engineers.
• Good written and oral communication skills.
• Ability to deal with administrative as well as technical tasks.
• Fluent with Microsoft Office Suite.
  
  

Essential Responsibilities:

• Lead and support problem solving for special cause events and long-term systemic equipment and process problems.
• Develop and implement safety improvements projects.
• Support Engineering ETA trial production runs.
• Create / support development of ETAs, CMS projects and documentation, and related ECRETS.
• Ability to Support and Solve day-to-day production, equipment, and process problems.
• Identify and implement yield and product performance improvements. Develop methods to assign causes to yield excursions.
• Respond to SPC process control alarms, bringing processes back into control.
• Execute planned process experiments, collect and analyze data and report experimental results.
• Collect data relating to daily tool performance and associated product performance.
• Support the operation of pilot-line equipment to define a new process.
• Transition of new equipment and processes through start-up, qualification, and implementation.
• Develop and update internal documentation including drawings, standard operating procedures, and process specifications.
• Interface with internal associates and supplier representatives, as required, to complete assigned projects.
• Develop a complete understanding of area processes, equipment, and support systems.
• Provide training to production associates.
• Maintain effective communication with production associates and manufacturing engineers.
• Disposition non-conforming product according to established criteria (NCP).
• Adhere to all safety procedures and good housekeeping standards.
• Ensure waste materials are discarded in their designated containers.
• Ensure hazardous waste containers stay closed except when adding or removing waste.
• Ensure satellite accumulation containers stay in their designated locations.
• Other duties as assigned.
• Job description subject to change at any time.
  
  

Reporting Relationships:

• This position will not have direct reports.
  
  

Travel:

• 5% - 10%
  
  

Estimated Salary Range:

• $29.33-$41.83 hourly
  
  

US Physical Requirements:

• Will sit, stand, or walk short distances for up to 12 hours per day.
• Will climb stairs on a frequent basis.
• Will lift up to 58 pounds on an occasional basis, according to work instruction.
• Will lift up to 37 pounds on a frequent basis.
• Will push or pull up to 27 pounds of force on an occasional basis.
• Will push or pull up to 10 pounds of force on a frequent basis.
• Required to use hands to grasp, lift, handle, carry or feel objects on a frequent basis.
• 20/40 vision in each eye (with or without correction) and the ability to distinguish between red, yellow, and green is required.
• May reach above shoulder heights and below the waist on a frequent basis.
• May stoop, kneel, or bend, on an occasional basis.
• Must be able to comply with all safety standards and procedures.
• Ability to wear personal protective equipment is required (including but not limited to; steel-toed shoes, cut-resistant gloves, jackets, aprons &/of arm guards, safety glasses, hearing protection.
  
  

Potential candidates will meet the education and experience requirements provided on the above job description and excel in completing the listed responsibilities for this role. All candidates receiving an offer of employment must successfully complete a background check and any other tests that may be required.

Equal Opportunity Employer Statement: First Solar is an Equal Opportunity Employer that values and respects the importance of a diverse and inclusive workforce. It is the policy of the company to recruit, hire, train and promote persons in all job titles without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, or gender identity. We recognize that diversity and inclusion is a driving force in the success of our company.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Entry level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Engineering and Information Technology

• Industries

  Renewable Energy Semiconductor Manufacturing

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