Technician- Manufacturing Engineer II USA

First Solar Inc.; Perrysburg (OH); On-site; USD 36,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

First Solar Inc. in Perrysburg, OH seeks a Technician- Manufacturing Engineer II to assist in installing and qualifying manufacturing equipment, troubleshoot day-to-day issues, and implement improvements to throughput, yield, and product performance.

Candidates should have a technical education path (HS with experience or degrees) and demonstrate strong problem-solving skills, proficiency with electrical/mechanical systems, SPC alarms, and effective English communication.

Qualifications

• Education/Experience requirements vary, from HS diploma with 1 year tech experience to degrees with limited experience.
• Ability to troubleshoot on the manufacturing line and respond to SPC alarms.
• Strong written and oral English communications; handle administrative and technical tasks.

Responsibilities

• Assist in installation and qualification of manufacturing equipment.
• Troubleshoot day-to-day manufacturing issues to improve throughput and yield.
• Follow PM procedures for laser systems and run daily measurement routines on Microvu.

Skills

Safety first mindset

Troubleshooting

Electrical systems

Mechanical systems

SPC alarms

Documentation

Education

High School Diploma

Associate’s degree (technical)

Bachelor’s degree (technical)

Tools

Laser systems

PM procedures

Microvu optical comparator

Statistical tools

Job description

Technician- Manufacturing Engineer II USA

OH, United States

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 I or 3 years First Solar Technical experience or 10 years technical experience in a Manufacturing setting or

Associate’s degree in a technical discipline with at least 1 year as First Solar Manufacturing Engineering Technician I or 2 years First Solar Technical Experience or at least 3 years technical experience in a Manufacturing setting or

Bachelor’s degree in technical discipline with 0–2-year technical experience in a Manufacturing setting

• Safety first mindset.
• Demonstrated proficiency in troubleshooting and problem solving on the manufacturing line
• Demonstrated proficiency in electrical/electronic and mechanical systems
• Demonstrated proficiency in responding to SPC alarms to bring processes back in control
• Self-directed, ability to work with minimal supervision
• Able to apply statistical tools to analyze data and provide conclusions
• Good written and oral communications skills in English
• Ability to deal with administrative as well as technical tasks

Assist with critical process alignment of laser systems and scribe parameters

• Follow PM procedures for all laser systems and assure completion of PM’s when due
• Run daily measurement routines on “Microvu” optical comparator and implement accurate changes to lasers as necessary

Continuously monitor production line lasers to ensure product quality.Act as point of contact for production personnel with regards to laser issues.

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

Set up and maintain gauges

Ensure all processes are running on target as defined by the Process Control Plan

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

Provide training to production associates

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)

Adherent 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:

$26.00-32.69

US Physical Requirements:

Manufacturing & Maintenance 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 repetitively 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 &/or 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.

Job Info

• Job Identification 1025361
• Job Category Plant MFG Operations
• Posting Date 07/30/2026, 01:29 PM
• Locations 28101 Cedar Park Blvd, Perrysburg, OH, 43551, US