First Solar
Technician- Manufacturing Engineer I (Laser A CREW)
First Solar, Trinity, Alabama, United States, 35673
Technician- Manufacturing Engineer I (Laser A CREW)
First Solar reserves the right to offer you a role most applicable to your experience and skillset. Overview
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. Experience & Education
High School Diploma or equivalent is required Candidates must meet one of the following criteria to qualify: Associates degree in a 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 Temporary Manufacturing Engineering Technician at First Solar Required Skills/Competencies
Safety first mindset General electrical/electronic and mechanical knowledge Self-directed, ability to work with minimal supervision Good written and oral communications skills in English Able to trouble shoot and solve problems on the manufacturing line 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) 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 Reporting Relationships
No direct reports Travel
10% travel may be required during a given year Additional Notes
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.
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First Solar reserves the right to offer you a role most applicable to your experience and skillset. Overview
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. Experience & Education
High School Diploma or equivalent is required Candidates must meet one of the following criteria to qualify: Associates degree in a 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 Temporary Manufacturing Engineering Technician at First Solar Required Skills/Competencies
Safety first mindset General electrical/electronic and mechanical knowledge Self-directed, ability to work with minimal supervision Good written and oral communications skills in English Able to trouble shoot and solve problems on the manufacturing line 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) 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 Reporting Relationships
No direct reports Travel
10% travel may be required during a given year Additional Notes
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.
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