The Manufacturing Engineering Technician will assist in the installation and qualification of manufacturing equipment, troubleshoot day-to-day manufacturing issues, and identify and/or implement system improvements that contribute to the achievement of throughput, yield, and product performance goals.

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What's great about

First Solar:

Clean, bright, climate-controlled work environment.12-hour crew schedule with 10 hours of built-in overtime each paycheck.

Attractive 7-day work schedule over a 2-week period (50% days off).Career Progression Tracks for technical and leadership roles.

Onsite amenities which include a fitness center and cafe.

Bonuses - Yearly401k with company match.

Great Benefits package on day 1

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 requiredCandidates must meet one of the following criteria to qualify:

Associates degree in a technical disciplineTwo or more years machine or mechanic experience as a primary job functionOne year First Solar technical experienceSix months experience as Temporary Manufacturing Engineering Technician at

First SolarRequired Skills/Competencies:

Safety first mindsetGeneral electrical/electronic and mechanical knowledgeSelf-directed, ability to work with minimal supervisionGood written and oral communications skills in EnglishAble to trouble shoot and solve problems on the manufacturing lineAbility to deal with administrative as well as technical tasks

Essential Responsibilities:

Solve day-to-day production, equipment, and process problemsIdentify and implement yield and product performance improvements.

Develop methods to assign causes to yield excursionsSet up and maintain gaugesEnsure all processes are running on target as defined by the Process Control PlanRespond to SPC process control alarms, bringing processes back into controlExecute planned process experiments, collect and analyze data and report experimental resultsCollect data relating to daily tool performance and associated product performanceSupport the operation of pilot-line equipment to define a new processTransition new equipment and processes through start-up, qualification, and implementationProvide training to production associatesDevelop and update internal documentation including drawings, standard operating procedures, and process specificationsInterface with internal associates and supplier representatives, as required, to complete assigned projectsDevelop a complete understanding of area processes, equipment, and support systemsProvide training to production associatesMaintain effective communication with production associates and manufacturing engineersDisposition non-conforming product according to established criteria (NCP)Adhere to all safety procedures and good housekeeping standardsEnsure waste materials are discarded in their designated containersEnsure hazardous waste containers stay closed except when adding or removing wasteEnsure satellite accumulation containers stay in their designated locations

Reporting Relationships:

This position will not have direct reports.

Travel:

No travel is required.

Estimated Salary Range:

$23.00 - $26.00

US Physical Requirements:

Will sit, stand or walk short distances for up to 12 hours per dayWill climb stairs on an occasional basisWill exert up to 50 pounds of force to lift, push or pull on a seldom basisWi