Operator, Production - Levels I-IV

ABOUT SOLAERO

SolAero Technologies is one of the world’s leading manufacturers of highly efficient radiation-hardened solar cells, Coverglass Interconnected Cells (CICs), and solar panels for space power applications. Since 2001, SolAero solar cells or panels have supplied primary power to over 1,000 successful space missions with zero on-orbit failures. Our proven manufacturing capability, technology leadership, and unsurpassed reliability makes SolAero the supplier of choice for demanding space programs.

OPERATOR- Levels I-IV

SolAero has an immediate need for Operators of all levels for our production team to join a fast-paced, team-oriented manufacturing environment in Albuquerque.

 WHAT YOU’LL GET TO DO:

You will be responsible for performing a variety of functions in the production of semiconductor devices, as well as specific process steps in the assembly and test of production units.

This position has multiple shifts available. While you’ll have an assigned shift, the training hours may vary when you start. Certain shifts may qualify for a shift differential on the base pay, depending on the hours and schedule:

• A-Shift: 6:00am-6:30pm Sunday-Wednesday
• B-shift: 6:00am-6:30pm Wednesday-Saturday
• C-Shift: 6:00pm-6:30am Sunday-Tuesday and alternating Saturday
• D-Shift: 6:00pm-6:30am Wednesday- Friday and alternating Saturday's
• 4/10 Shift: Monday-Thursday, 10-hour shifts

YOU’LL BRING THESE QUALIFICATIONS:

• Operator I:
  • Must be certified (or ready to be certified per supervisor) in 1 work center
  • Must have 0-2 years of experience
  • Ability to add and subtract two digit numbers and multiply and divide with 10’s and 100’s.
  • Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out simple one or two-step instructions.
  • Ability to collect and record data.
  • Ability to deal with standardized situations with only occasional or no variables.
  • Ability to hear and speak effectively before groups of customers or employees of organization.
  • Ability to identify failure discrepancies per visual and/or written descriptions.
  • Ability to keep a well-organized, clean and safe working station/environment.
  • Ability to perform these operations using units of weight measurement, volume and distance.
  • Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence and memos.
  • Ability to set-up and prepare workstation/assembly fixtures.
  • Ability to use a microscope.
  • Ability to use computer hardware and software, including MS Office.
  • Ability to use various test equipment.
  • Ability to write simple correspondence.
  • Acquires job skills and learns company policies and procedures to complete routine tasks.
  • May be required to dispense adhesives.
  • May be required to measure and pour chemicals.
  • May be required to operate UV curing systems and thermal curing ovens.
  • Must be able to speak, read, write and understand the English language.

• Operator II: All qualifications of an operator level I above must be met plus the requirements below:
  • Must be certified in two work centers 
  • Must have 2-4 years of experience
  • Ability to add, subtract, multiply and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions and decimals.
  • Ability to compute rate, ratio and percent and to draw and interpret bar graphs.
  • Ability to deal with problems involving a few concrete variables in standardized situations.
  • Ability to work on multiple tasks.
  • Actively plans, schedules, coordinates work into the area.
  • Average verbal and written communication skills.
  • Knowledge of ESD and Cleanroom procedures required.
  • Must know process flows
  • Participates on cross- functional and area specific teams (ex. Lean Team).
  • Possesses ability to train an inexperienced operator.

• Operator III: All qualifications of an Operator level I-II above must be met plus the requirements below
  • Must be certified in three work centers
  • Must have 5-7 years of experience
  • Must know process flows and be able to check WIP levels in certified Work Centers to determine area of priority
  • Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form
  • Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists.
  • Has substantial understanding of the job, and applies knowledge and skills to complete a wide range of tasks.
  • Ability to effectively present information in one-on-one and small group situations to customers, clients and other employees of the organization.

• Operator IV: All qualifications of an Operator level I-III above must be met plus the requirements below
  • Must be certified in four work centers 
  • Must have 7-10 year of experience
  • Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, or diagram form. 
  • Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions and procedure manuals.  
  • Ability to apply concepts of basic algebra and geometry.
  • Ability to calculate figures and amounts such as percentages, area, circumference and volume.
  • Ability to write routine reports and correspondence.
  • Above average verbal and written communication skills are necessary as this position may interact with all facets of production and quality.
  • Above average verbal and written communication skills are necessary as this position may interact with all facets of production and quality.
  • Actively plans, schedules, coordinates work into and out of the area.
  • As a skilled specialist, completes tasks in creative and effective ways.
  • Must possess leadership abilities.

PHYSICAL AND ENVIRONMENTAL DEMANDS:

• Regularly required to use hands to handle
• Frequently required to stand and walk up to 95% of the working shift
• Occasionally required to sit; reach with hands and arms; climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl
• Must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds (50 lbs. team lift or using appropriate PPE)
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus
• Will work with or near chemicals with various hazard levels and consequences of exposure which requires the operator to understand and follow precisely the hazard controls and operational procedures provided in Safety Data Sheets and Work Instructions for the chemicals they handle and tools they operate in order to prevent exposures
• May be assigned work with tools, equipment, or work functions designed to an ergonomic standard that does not protect all workers from repetitive stress injuries which will require the operator to maintain vigilant situational awareness and close communication with supervisors to prevent injury
• Must be able to detect and respond promptly and without assistance to equipment and plant casualty alarms
• Occasionally exposed to moving mechanical parts
• Noise level in the work environment is usually moderate
• Manual dexterity to manipulate multiple operations under a microscope, including assembly and testing of small assemblies