Technician- Automation I Ind

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 Primary initial responsibilities will focus on material handling automation equipment Cross-training and equipment responsibility on other Manufacturing Engineering process tools may also occur Experience Education High School Diploma or equivalent is required Candidates must meet one of the following criteria to qualify Associates degree in a technical discipline Two or more 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 automation 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 Knowledge in AGV Robotic Automation Material handling systems Essential Responsibilities Solve day-to-day production equipment and process problems Identify and implement yield and product performance improvements Develop methods to assign causes to yield excursions Set up and maintain gauges Ensure all processes are running on target as defined by the Process Control Plan Respond to SPC process control alarms bringing processes back into control Execute planned process experiments collect and analyze data and report experimental results Collect data relating to daily tool performance and associated product performance 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 Develop a complete understanding of area processes equipment and support systems Maintain effective communication with production associates and manufacturing engineers Disposition non-conforming product according to established criteria NCP Adhere to all safety procedures and good housekeeping standards Ensure waste materials are discarded in their designated containers Ensure hazardous waste containers stay closed except when adding or removing waste Ensure satellite accumulation containers stay in their designated locations Reporting Relationships 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 1023139 Job Category Plant Automation and Controls Posting Date 12 15 2025 04 03 AM Job Schedule Full time Locations Plot No A-1 1 SIPCOT Industrial Park Sriperumbudur Tamil Nadu 602105 IN Work Schedule Normal Shift PMT