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These include tool down issues, yield, quality issues and identify actions to prevent repeat issues. \nStructured Problem solving for throughput, yield, equipment and process challenges; Plan and Execute engineering experiments in a pilot manufacturing environment.\nEducation/Experience:\nAssociate’s Degree in an engineering or similar technical discipline combined with3 or more years of First Solar technical experience, or\n6 or more years of technical work experience in a Manufacturing setting.\n\nBachelor’s Degree in an engineering discipline or similar technical discipline and 2 years of relevant technical experience or 1 year of experience as Associate Development Engineer or Shift Manufacturing Engineer at First Solar.\nMaster’s Degree in an engineering discipline or similar technical discipline and 2 years of relevant technical experience or 1 year of experience as Associate Development Engineer or Shift Manufacturing Engineer at First Solar.\nPh.D. in engineering discipline or similar technical discipline.\nThe following certifications and experience can be used in lieu of the above degree requirements. In each case the candidate must demonstrate skills and experience in peer training/mentorship and basic data analysis.3 or more years’ experience as a First Solar Maintenance Technician III, MET III, EPT III or Equipment Coordinator III or\nJourneyman certification in a relevant technical discipline such as Machinist or Electrician combined with 5 or more years industry experience at Journeyman level or\n10 or more years’ experience as a highly skilled technician/specialist in a relevant discipline. Industry-recognized certification strongly preferred.\n\nPrior experience in a Semiconductor or PV R&D or Mfg Setting in one or more of the following areas Thin-Film Deposition (Magnetron Sputtering, CVD, evaporation) OR Thermal processing in semiconductor or glass industry (continuous or batch ovens) OR Wet Coatings (Slot-Die, Ink-Jet, Roller or Blade Coating), Automation (Robots and AGV Material Handling) OR Laser Processing (Scribing, Cleaning, Marking) OR Process/ Device Integration (Semiconductor or PV R&D or Mfg Setting) is desirable.\nRequired Skills/Competencies:\nUnderstands and can apply Statistical Data Analysis; understands and can execute SPC concepts.\nStructured problem solving (DMAIC, 8D, DOE).\nUnderstands metrology and measurement best practices.\nGood oral and written communications skills. Ability to write manufacturing documentation.\nEssential Responsibilities:\nResponsible for solving day-to-day production, equipment, and process problems\nAdhere to all safety procedures and good housekeeping standards\nInstall and Qualify new equipment; Maintain measurement systems and gauges\nDesign and execute planned process experiments, collect and analyze data and report experimental results.\nPerform data collection relating to daily equipment performance and associated product performance.\nInterface with internal associates and supplier representatives as required to complete assigned projects.\nMaintain effective communication cross functionally - Operations, EHS, Development, Controls.\nDevelop and provide training for technicians, and production associates.\nIdentify and implement yield and product performance improvements.\nDevelop and maintain drawings, process specifications, develop and enforce standard operating procedures.\nDevelop and maintain process control plans.\nOther duties as assigned.\nJob description subject to change at any time.\nReporting Relationships:\nThis position reports to the Manager or Sr. Manager, Manufacturing Technology Scaling.\n\nTravel:\nDomestic and international travel as required. \n5% - 10% Between First Solar’s other sites or to equipment suppliers for meeting project objectives.\nEstimated Salary Range:\n$68,800-$98,000 Annually. \nUS Physical Requirements:\nWill sit, stand or walk short distances for up to the entire duration of a shift.\nWill climb stairs on an occasional basis.\nWill lift, push or pull up to 37 pounds on an occasional basis. \nRequired to use hands to grasp, lift, handle, carry or feel objects on a frequent basis.\n20/40 vision in both eyes together, with or without correction, is required.\nMust be able to comply with all safety standards and procedures.\nMay reach above shoulder heights and below the waist on a frequent basis.\nMay stoop, kneel, or bend, on an occasional basis.\nAbility 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, and a condition of employment and continued employment (requires little or no facial hair) for those requiring respirator use.\nOffice Physical Requirements:\nAll positions in our office require interaction with people and technology while either standing or sitting. To best service our customers, internal and external, all associates must be able to communicate face-to-face and on the phone with or without reasonable accommodation. First Solar is committed to compliance with its obligations under all applicable state and federal laws prohibiting employment discrimination. In keeping with this commitment, it attempts to reasonably accommodate applicants and employees in accordance with the requirements of the disability discrimination laws. It also invites individuals with disabilities to participate in a good faith, interactive process to identify reasonable accommodations that can be made without imposing an undue hardship.\nPotential 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.\nEqual 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. 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