Technician- Engineering Maintenance I Manufacturing Technology Scaling USA

First Solar, Inc.; Perrysburg Township (OH); On-site; USD 25,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

First Solar, Inc. is seeking an on-site technician to assist in the installation and qualification of manufacturing equipment, support engineering test activities, and monitor process data for corrective actions.

You will troubleshoot equipment and process issues on the manufacturing line and perform timely maintenance to ensure peak line performance. The role requires a high school diploma or technical associates degree, with options for pursuing further technical credentials.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• Must meet one of: Associates degree in technical discipline; 2+ years machine/mechanic experience; 1 year First Solar technical experience; 6 months EMT Associate at First Solar with rating 5+.

Responsibilities

• Assist in installation and qualification of manufacturing equipment.
• Support engineering test activities (Machine setup, material changes, WIP movement).
• Review process and equipment data on dashboards and determine corrective action as needed.
• Troubleshoot day-to-day manufacturing process and equipment issues.
• Perform maintenance and repair of equipment in a timely and cost-efficient manner.
• Solves day-to-day production, equipment, and process problems.
• On-site service and repair of equipment.
• Identify and implement yield and product performance improvements.
• Develop methods to assign causes to yield excursions.
• Dispositions non-conforming product according to criteria.

Skills

Safety mindset

Electrical knowledge

Mechanical knowledge

Troubleshooting

Communication skills

Self-directed

Windows apps

Issue identification

Education

High School Diploma

Associates degree in technical discipline

Two+ years machine/mechanic experience

One year First Solar technical experience

EMT experience (Associate level)

Tools

Windows OS

Excel

Word

Outlook

Job description

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

Basic Job Functions

• Assists in the installation and qualification of manufacturing equipment.
• Support engineering test activities (Machine setup, material changes, WIP movement)
• Review process and equipment data on dashboards and determine corrective action as needed
• Troubleshoots day‑to‑day manufacturing process and equipment issues.
• Performs, as directed, all necessary maintenance and repair of the equipment in a timely and cost‑efficient manner.

Education/Experience

• High School Diploma or equivalent is required.
• Candidates must meet ONE of the following criteria to qualify:
  • Associates degree in technical discipline.
  • Two or more years' machine or mechanic experience as a primary job function.
  • One year First Solar technical experience.
  • Six months experience as Associate EMT at First Solar and rating of "5" or higher in all relevant EMT proficiency categories.

Required Skills/Competencies

• Safety first mindset.
• Verifiable electrical/electronic and mechanical knowledge.
• Verifiable hands‑on troubleshooting/repair skills.
• Self‑directed, able to work with minimal supervision.
• Good written and oral communications skills.
• Ability to troubleshoot and solve equipment issues on the manufacturing line.
• Ability to troubleshoot and solve process issues on the manufacturing line.
• Ability to deal with administrative as well as technical tasks.
• Working knowledge of common Windows computer applications (Word, Excel, Outlook).
• Ability to identify recurring issues and develop/communicate improvement recommendations.

Essential Responsibilities

• Solves day‑to‑day production, equipment, and process problems.
• Performs the on‑site service and repair of equipment.
• Identifies and implements yield and product performance improvements.
• Accomplishes daily assignments as scheduled and as directed; Work assignment will rotate between different buildings in a workweek
• Develops methods to assign causes to yield excursions.
• Sets up and maintains gauges.
• Ensures all processes are running on target as defined by the Process Control Plan.
• Responds to SPC process control alarms, bringing processes back into control.
• Executes planned process experiments, collects and analyzes data and reports experimental results.
• Collects data relating to daily tool performance and associated product performance.
• Transitions new equipment and processes through start‑up, qualification, and implementation.
• Provides training to production associates.
• Develops and updates internal documentation including drawings, standard operating procedures, and process specifications.
• Interfaces with internal associates and supplier representatives, as required, to complete assigned projects.
• Develops a complete understanding of area processes, equipment, and support systems.
• Maintains effective communication with other members of the manufacturing team.
• Disposition non‑conforming product according to established criteria (NCP).
• Adheres to all safety procedures and good housekeeping standards.
• Ensures waste materials are discarded in their designated containers.
• Ensures hazardous waste containers stay closed except when adding or removing waste.
• Ensures satellite accumulation containers stay in their designated locations.
• Trained and certified to operate, maintain and troubleshoot multiple sophisticated electro mechanical manufacturing equipment.
• Other duties as assigned.
• Job description subject to change at any time.

Reporting Relationships

• This position will not have direct reports.

Travel

• Travel for initial onboarding training in other FS manufacturing facilities may be required.
• Little to no travel required (<5%) after initial training period.

Estimated Salary Range

• $18.89-$26.44 Hourly.

US Physical Requirements

• Will sit, stand, or walk short distances for up to 12 hours per day.
• Will climb stairs or steps 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 50 pounds of force on an occasional basis.
• Will push or pull up to 37 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 separately and both eyes (with or without correction), the ability to distinguish between red, yellow, and green and peripheral vision >70 degrees 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 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 & or arm guards, safety glasses or goggles, hearing protection & respirators) as a condition of employment and continued employment (requires little or no facial hair).

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.