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 improvements projects to support throughput, yield and product performance goals. Perform Preventive, Predictive & Repair Maintenance activities for all manufacturing production tools such as electrical systems, motors, vacuum pumps, conveyors, Robots and material handling machines.
• Ensure assigned PM Job Plans and Work Orders from CMMS system are carried out timely and comply with PM requirements.
• Work closely with area Engineers and Supervisors to support MA and OE initiatives.

Experience:

• Industrial experience in Automation / Pick and Place machine/ Assembly Line /Lamination process /Roll Coating / High Pressure Dispensing equipment preferable.
• Prior working experience in large Multinational Corporations. Familiar with FMEA and SPC is an added advantage.

Education:

• Technical Disciplines in one of the following fields – Mechanical, Electrical, Instrumentation, Mechatronics, Chemical, Materials Science or Applied Physics.
• High School Diploma or equivalent with 1 year experience as First Solar Manufacturing Engineering Technician II or 8 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
• Bachelor or College degree in a technical discipline with 3 years technical experience in a Manufacturing setting

Required Skills/Competencies:

• Safety first mindset.
• General electrical/electronic and mechanical knowledge
• Excellent communication skills and fosters teamwork with operation team.
• Self-initiate, ability to work with minimal supervision.
• Able to communicate in English both spoken and written.
• Knowledge of computer applications (Word, Excel, Outlook).
• Knowledge of Electrical, Mechanical, Vacuum Systems and Robotic
• Structured problem-solving applications such as 5 Whys, Fishbone, 7 steps
• Strong data analytical skill ( JMP, Six Sigma or SPC )
• Good presentation skill
• TOC concept
• MTTR & MTBF analysis

Essential Responsibilities:

• Solve day-to-day production equipment and process problems to achieve daily Output and Yield
• Update Shift Report on tool performance including Safety, Quality, Output, Plan/unplan downtime summary, KPI/KPO requirement and actions taken.
• Reduce alarm rate to improve machine availability and Operation Efficiency
• Execute PM as outlined in JP.
• Identify opportunities to improve yield and productivity.
• Set up and maintain all measuring instruments.
• Ensure all processes are running on target as defined in Control Plan.
• Respond to SPC alarms and bring the process back to control limits.
• Initiate and support improvement projects for cost saving and productivity.
• 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.
• Good communication skills with production associates and manufacturing engineers.
• Disposition of non-conforming product (NCP)
• Adhere to all LOTO procedures and maintain tools safety features in tip top condition.
• Ensure waste materials are discarded in designated containers.
• Hazardous waste containers are always closed.
• Other duties as assigned. Job description subject to change at any time

Travel:

• Domestic and International travel as required.

Physical Requirements:

• Will sit, stand or walk short distances for up to entire duration of a shift.
• Will climb stairs on an occasional basis.
• Will exert up to 23Kg of force to lift, push or pull on a seldom basis.
• Will lift, push or pull up to 13Kg 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, is required.
• Must be able to comply with all safety standards and procedures.
• May reach above shoulder heights and below the waist on a frequent basis.
• May stoop, kneel, or bend, on an occasional basis.
• Ability to wear personal protective equipment is required (including but not limited to; steel toed shoes, gloves, safety glasses, hearing protection, protective jacket or apron and arm guards)
• All associates working on the production floor may be required to wear a respirator at any given time and thus, the ability to wear a respirator is 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.