About JA Solar:

In January 2023, JA Solar, a global solar cell, and module manufacturing leader, announced its first manufacturing facility in the U.S. (United States). in Phoenix, Arizona. The new facility will produce high-performance photovoltaic (PV) products and is expected to be operational by Q2 2024, creating over 700 new jobs. The facility represents a $60 million investment and will utilize highly automated assembly lines to produce high-efficiency solar panels for commercial and residential applications, as well as utility-scale solar power plants.

*Job Summary: *

As a Production Operator at JA Solar's Phoenix facility, you will be an integral part of the solar panel manufacturing process. Your primary responsibilities include operating and maintaining production equipment, ensuring quality control, and contributing to the efficient and sustainable production of solar energy components. This role requires attention to detail and commitment to safety and environmental standards.

Duties and responsibilities:

• Operate and monitor machinery involved in the production of solar panels. Including but not limited to, photovoltaic cell manufacturing, soldering, encapsulation, and testing equipment

• Monitor production processes, equipment parameters, and environmental conditions to ensure optimal efficiency and adherence to specifications

• Adhere to safety protocols and guidelines to maintain a secure working environment

• Participate in safety training sessions and contribute to the continuous improvement of safety measures

• Assist in the handling, storage, and movement of raw materials and finished products within the production area

• Work collaboratively with team members, engineers, and supervisors to achieve production targets and resolve any issues that may arise during the manufacturing process

• Adhere to all JA Solar and OSHA rules and regulations at all times and wear proper safety equipment while on plant grounds

• Meet or exceed company safety standards

• Perform other job responsibilities as assigned by management

Qualifications:

• High school diploma or equivalent; technical or vocational training in a related field is a plus

• Previous experience in manufacturing

• Basic knowledge of safety and environmental regulations

• Strong attention to detail and problem-solving skills

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Positive working attitude

• Basic computer skills

• Ability to work with a team

Working conditions:

• Able to work extended hours as needed

• Continuous exposure to extreme heat, extreme cold, and extreme noise

• Must wear protective equipment while at the location

• May be required to work after hours and on weekends or holidays

Physical requirements:

• Requires prolonged standing, walking, sitting, lifting, pushing, pulling, and climbing to a significant degree

• Heavy Work-Exerting up to 100 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 50 pounds or force frequently, and/or up to 20 pounds of force constantly to move objects

• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk and hear, in order to communicate to employees/visitors as well as function safely around equipment

• Must be able to perform all job functions which include, but may not be limited to, pushing, turning, and/or pulling of controls

EEO/AA Statement

JA Solar is an EEO/AA (equal opportunity/affirmative action) institution and does not discriminate on the basis of sex, age, race, color, religion, physical or mental disability, creed, national origin, veteran status, sexual orientation, genetic information, gender identity, or gender expression in the programs or activities which it operates.

En Espanol

JA Solar es una institución EEO/AA (igualdad de oportunidad/acción afirmativa) y no discrimina en base al sexo, edad, raza, color, religión, discapacidad física o mental, credo, origen nacional, estatus veterano, orientación sexual, infomación genética, identidad de género, o expresión de género en los programas o actividades los cuales

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