BASIC JOB FUNCTIONS:
Assist in the installation and qualification of systems, troubleshoot day-to-day manufacturing issues, identify and/or implement system improvements that contribute to the achievement of throughput, yield and product performance goals. Will include supporting the operation of pilot-line equipment to define a new process followed by a transition to start-up, qualification, and implementation of the new production process with the eventual evolution into a standard production MET position.
EXPERIENCE & EDUCATION:
- High School Diploma or GED required and must meet one of the following criteria to qualify:
- Associates degree in a technical discipline
- 2+ 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
US 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
- 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, pre-employment drug screen, and any other test that may be required for the role.
Equal Opportunity Employer Statement: First Solar Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE) 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.
Job Identification
1021929
Job Category
Plant MFG Operations
Posting Date
08/04/2025, 07:40 AM
Locations
28380 Tracy Road, Walbridge, OH, 43465, US
Apply Before
08/11/2025, 07:40 AM
Degree Level
High School Graduate
Job Schedule
Full time
Work Schedule
Crew B OH (USA)
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