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First Solar Inc Technician- Manufacturing Engineer II USA in Walbridge, Ohio
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. Required Skills/Competencies: * 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. Essential Responsibilities: * 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: Estimated Salary Range: $18.89-26.44/hour 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.