First Solar Inc Hiring for Manufacturing Engineer Intern (Fall 2023) at Perrysburg, Ohio Full Time

Basic Job Functions:
Leading the world’s sustainable energy future, First Solar interns work around the globe/country in research and development, marketing, project development, information technology, engineering, energy services and much more. When you work at First Solar, you will be challenged every day and provided real world experience. You will be given the opportunity to find new solutions and develop new skills to further advance your skillset.
First Solar we strive to foster a culture that encourages innovation through collaboration, urging colleagues to take smart risks, learning from failures and course correcting, and owning personal accountability for contributing to our mission.
Education/Experience:
Must currently be enrolled in a Bachelors, Master’s or PhD program who is fulfilling a graduation requirement for their degree.
First Solar encourages all interns to register with their University.
Demonstrate experience of working in teams.
Required Skills/Competencies:
Microsoft Office
AutoCAD
Minitab / JMP
Bluebeam
Essential Responsibilities:
The Manufacturing Engineer Intern will support the Manufacturing Engineering team in day to day activities in sustaining the production line. This will consist of basic trouble shooting of issues, root cause analysis, and implementation and roll out of engineering fixes. This intern will also support the team in roll out of new equipment upgrade projects.
One major project this internship will focus on will be the installation of the material handling system for our new high volume manufacturing facility.
Upon the completion of this internship, the intern is required to present their accomplishments and project summary to the leadership team.
Reporting Relationships:
Will be reporting to Manufacturing Engineering Manager.
No direct reports
Travel:
Travel between the First Solar Manufacturing Campus in Perrysburg Only.
Estimated Salary Range:
$18 – $24/Hour
Physical Requirements:
Will sit, stand or walk short distances for up to the entire duration of a shift.
Will climb stairs on an occasional basis.
Will lift up to 51 pounds on a seldom basis, according to work instruction.
Will push or pull up to 27 pounds of force on an occasional basis.
Required to use hands to grasp, lift, handle, carry or feel objects on a frequent basis.
20/40 vision in each eye, (with or without correction) and the ability to distinguish between red, yellow and green 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 re