Specialist- Engineering Technician Module Operations USA (1st Shift)

Basic Job Functions:

• Trains, mentors, and evaluates module operation technical (MET/MTC) personnel & area operational leads in module operation process & equipment competencies.
• Assists in the development of process training documentation for module operation manufacturing equipment & process.
• Provides periodic competency status updates to First Solar Training Department.
• Acts as technical process liaison between module operation engineering tool owner and technical supervisor (LVLIII).
• Works with functional engineer to develop and maintain documents- drawings, process specifications, and control plans.
• Uses Failure Modes Effects Analysis.
• Develops and enforces standard operating procedures. Calibrates and verifies procedures.
• Maintains LOTO procedure and process equipment preventive maintenance job plan.
• Implements engineering system improvements that contribute to the achievement of throughput, yield, and product performance goals.
• Supports preventative maintenance (PM) procedures as needed- job plan/work orders (WO) and activities.
• Aids in troubleshooting and repairs of process systems of module operation equipment as needed.
• Leads specially assigned engineering activities and projects of the department.
• Directs and leads engineering activities on the line in absence of engineering tool owner.
• Is able to be on a flexible schedule in order to serve both day and night crew competency development responsibilities.

Education/Experience:

• High School Diploma or General Educational Development (GED) required.
• Associate's degree or certificate(s) in a technical discipline preferred.
• 2 years of First Solar technical work experience OR 8 years' technical work experience in a Manufacturing setting required.
• Industrial experience in the broad fields of manufacturing, electrical, mechanical, wet chemistry, and/or automation is desired.

Required Skills/Competencies:

• General electro-mechanical system knowledge strongly preferred.
• Preferred capability of understanding and interpreting electrical, mechanical drawings and technical manuals during troubleshooting of machine.
• Comfortable with administering skills evaluations.
• Ability to deal with administrative as well as technical tasks.
• Maintain high standard of safety, quality awareness, and mindset.
• Good knowledge on EHS/Safety and FS Quality systems (ISO14001/ ISO9001/ ISO4500/OSHA and Environmental policies).
• High competency in analyzing engineering and statistical data and administering corrective/improvement action accordingly.
• Preferred knowledge of structural problem solving and analysis such as DMAIC, 5-Why Analysis, Fishbone diagram, and 7-Steps.
• Advanced process and equipment troubleshooting, engineering control, and technical structural problem-solving skills.
• Good knowledge of manufacturing processes, metrics, Theory of Constraints (TOC), and equipment experience is preferred.
• Fundamental knowledge of working with different computer/devices applications e.g., Mobile Systems, communication devices, Interface with Machine Control Panels, and HMI interface.
• Basic knowledge of hand tools and measurement device usage and metrology.
• Working knowledge of LOTO procedures, Mechanical, Electrical, and stored energy hazards with good awareness of Control of Hazardous Energies.
• Proficient use of all Microsoft Office suite programs and FS analysis software (JMP, SAS, etc.).
• Excellent communication skills in both written and verbal.
• Proven leadership, interpersonal skills, analytical skills, and ability to work a flexible workforce.
• Demonstrates good teamwork.
• Ability to work with minimal supervision.

Essential Responsibilities:

• Develops and maintains a complete understanding of module operation engineering processes, equipment, and support systems.
• Trains, mentors, and evaluates module operation technical (MET/MTC) personnel & area operational leads in module operation process & equipment competencies.
• Executes planned process experiments, collects, and analyzes data, and reports experimental results to establish manufacturing process window.
• Works with engineering team to run approved engineering tests (ETA) on assigned module operation equipment with all parameters set as defined in the approved ETA test plan or documented ETA work instructions.
• Directs and leads engineering activities on the line in absence of engineer.
• Interfaces with Technical Supervisor (LVLIII) and Area Manager as the voice of engineering.
• Works and supports engineering team to identify process deviations, root causes of equipment malfunctions, troubleshooting activities and repairing work.
• Works with functional engineer to help develop and maintain documents- drawings, process specifications/ control plans.
• Uses Failure Modes & Effects Analysis (FMEA).
• Develops and enforces standard operating procedures. Calibrates and verifies procedures.
• Maintains LOTO procedure and processes equipment preventive maintenance job plan.
• Contributes to the generations of process BKMs.
• Models' safety and quality in daily tasks.
• Suggests improvements to OCAPs.
• Follows standards- Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA), Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), and Company safe practices on all work assignments, adhere to all safety procedures and good housekeeping standards, 5S system, and PPE compliance.
• Fills the position of module operation tool owner whenever required and delegates task accordingly.
• Other duties as assigned.
• Job description subject to change at any time.

Reporting Relationships:

• This position reports to the Engineering Manager (Module Operations).
• This position will have direct reports.

Travel:

• 0-10%

Estimated Salary Range:

• $58,900- $84,000, Annually

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 an occasional basis.
• Will exert up to 50 pounds of force to lift, push or pull on a seldom basis.
• Will lift, push or pull up to 27 pounds on a frequent basis.
• Will lift up to 51 pounds on an occasional basis, according to work instructions.
• 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, 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.