11 Manufacturing jobs in New Iberia

• Prepare and analyze financial reports to support management decisions.
• Manage plant budgets, cost controls, and resource allocation.
• Conduct cost analysis and identify opportunities for savings.
• Maintain internal controls and ensure regulatory compliance.
• Oversee inventory valuation and capital expenditure projects.
• Lead and develop the finance team.
• Collaborate with production, logistics, and procurement teams.

• CPA or CMA certification preferred.
• 5-7 years in accounting/financial management, ideally in manufacturing.
• Strong analytical, communication, and leadership skills.
• Proficient with financial software and SAP.
• Knowledge of manufacturing processes and cost accounting.

First Solar reserves the right to offer you a role most applicable to your experience and skillset.

Basic Job Functions:

• An Analyst II of Manufacturing Finance provides financial and process support with oversight to at least one manufacturing site,collaborates with functional teams, and provides analytical insight to support operational objectives. The role contributes to short term financial planning, ad hoc financial analysis, forecasting, budgeting, management and KPI reporting. The role requires effective business partnering on initiatives while supporting an accurate and reliable monthly close.

Education/Experience:

• Demonstrated experience working for a manufacturing company and / or a public accounting firm.
• Industry experience with renewable energy and / or technology, preferred.
• Demonstrated history of ability to manage tasks in a fast paced and high growth environment;
• Ability to make recommendations for process improvement.
• Bachelors degree in finance related field, required.

Required Skills/Competencies:

• Ability to perform analysis by assimilating multiple sources of information.
• Possess an in-depth understanding of concepts and principles within own discipline.
• Solid oral and written communication.
• Solid numerical proficiency, organizational, problem-solving skills and use of logic.
• Ability to operate effectively within a global multi-cultural organization and collaborate cross functionally.
• Efficient at performing analysis and spotting errors.
• A strong working knowledge of inventory accounting and hands-on experience performing inventory close related activities.
• Familiarity with enterprise resource management and finance systems.
• Proficient use of all Microsoft Office suite programs.

Essential Responsibilities:

• Contributes to the success of at least one manufacturing site by providing analysis and insights on the financial performance of the business
• Report on operational performance metrics for product costing and inventory management while assisting the business with analysis to drive cost reductions initiatives locally.
• Support the Companys ongoing continuous improvement initiatives.
• Collaborate with IT and other functional leaders to support the implementation of business processes, systems, reporting, and process enhancements
• The ability to work collaboratively with external auditors.
• Other duties as assigned.
• Job description subject to change at any time.

Reporting Relationships:

• Reports to the Manager Manufacturing Finance or Supervisor Manufacturing Finance.

Travel:

• U.S. and international travel of typically not to exceed 10% of time, required.

Estimated Salary Range:

• $61,000-$87,000 Annually.

US Physical Requirements:

All positions in our office require interaction with people and technology while either standing or sitting. In order 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.

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 band 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 recognize that diversity and inclusion is a driving force in the success of our company.

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. Will include supporting the operation of pilot-line equipment to define a new process followed by a transition to start-up, qualification, and implementation of the new production process with the eventual evolution into a standard production MET position.

Experience & Education:

• High School Diploma or GED required and must meet one of the following criteria to qualify:
  
  • Associates degree in a technical discipline
  • 2+ 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 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

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
• Provide training to production associates
• 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:

• This position will not have direct reports.

Travel:

• No travel is required

Estimated Salary Range:

$18.56-25.98/hour

US Physical Requirements:

• 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.

Company DescriptionSGS is the world's leading inspection, verification, testing and certification company. We are recognised as the global benchmark for quality and integrity. With more than 94,000 employees, we operate a network of more than 2,600 offices and laboratories around the world. Job DescriptionWe are looking for local auditors to conduct audits in various manufacturing shops. This is not full-time work. The audits could be a day, several days, weeks, it really depends on the work.The role of the auditor is to verify if the vendor is adhering to their QC Manual through their procedures and practices. Responsibilities:Responsible to note all non-conformances and communicate them to the vender so they can issue internal NCRs and CARs.Auditor should follow up with any NCRs and corrections.Review customer complaints, open/closed NCRs/CARs, NDE certifications, training records.Audit scope: (will vary depending on the audit)Complete ETC Supplier Evaluation/Verification ReportAll blanks must be answered. If a statement below or a question on the audit form does not apply, check or enter N/A as an answer.Conduct pre and post Audit meetings.Review and verify vendor's safety program and practices.Review practical application of quality manualReview and evaluate implementation of written shop procedures per the QCMReview employee use of company SOPsReview employee access to the lasted copies of approved drawings and welding proceduresReview shop receiving and shipment per SOPsReview SOPs and revision processReview shop quality checks and or shop testing per SOPReview engineering roles and responsibilitiesReview QA/QC roles and responsibilitiesReview non-conformances and corrective action logReview internal auditing reports to include sub-vendorsReview welding and manufacturing during production per manufacture's SOPs (audit should take place during production and welding)Review and evaluate WPS/PQR (s) to the appropriate CodeReview welder's qualificationsReview welder's continuity logEnsure welders have access to applicable WPSMonitor welding per applicable WPS. Ensure essential variables to include actual volts, amps, and travel speed are within limitsVisually inspect welds during process fabrication per applicable code of constructionPerform visual inspection of final productReview RT filmVerify storage and handling of consumablesReview heat treatmentsReview shop travelersReview equipment and tools calibrationsCertified ISO 9001 and API shops will be audited to the applicable standardsReview safe working conditionsReview and evaluate vendor's manufacturing processReview Inspection, Testing and NDE proceduresReview coating facilityReview coating proceduresInspect coatingPaint storageCoating measurement toolsReview coating reportsReview NDE CertificationsReview NDE reportingReview Training recordsReview Corrective Action program/logReview NCR log and closing of reportReview control of non-conforming productReview receiving inspection and storage of raw materialsVerify Material traceabilityReview of final data booksReview shop safetyProvide pictures with descriptions.Other points required by the ETC Supplier Evaluation/Verification ReportThe auditor will be required to sign an independent contractor agreement/sub-contractor agreement (1099) with SGS North America Inc. (Independent Contractor for Canada).Work will be assigned on as needed basis and will be paid for the hours/days and other applicable cost items for the hours/days spent on the assigned work.The work duration could be a day or several days or several weeks.Each time an audit is completed an invoice with a time sheet is expected to pay the auditor for the completed job. Normal payment terms of the contract is 15 to 20 days after receipt of invoice.QualificationsMinimum of 5 years of experience of auditing in the Oil and Gas industryThe auditor should have asset experience with fixed & rotary equipment inspection. (pumps, valves, filtration and Separator units, compressors, vessels etc.)Preferably certified by IRCA or EquivalentMust have experience with manufacturing shops QMS Audits, review of NCRs, CARs, NDE certifications, training records, warehouse SOPs, shop SOPs, and tool calibrations, etc.Must have knowledge in fabrication and welding.Must have coating knowledge in industry coating standards.Schedule: Up to 8 hours a day - ad hoc work, not full timeAssignments will be occurring between May and September 2025 and additional audits/inspections work could be completed over the next few years.Hourly rate: $60-70 (negotiable). Travel time is chargeable as audit hourly rate.Additional InformationSGS is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and as such we recruit, hire, train, and promote persons in all job classifications without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetics, status as a protected veteran, or any other characteristics protected by law.To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily with or without reasonable accommodations. The requirements listed above are representative of the knowledge, skills, and/or abilities required.This job description should not be construed as an exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities or requirements, but a general description of the job. Nothing contained herein restricts the company's rights to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time.If you are applying for a position within the United States and you have difficulty completing the on-line employment application because of a disability, please call for assistance and leave a message. You will receive a callback. Please note, this phone number is not for general employment information but is only for individuals who are experiencing difficulty applying for a position due to a disability.#INDVideos To Watch

First Solar reserves the right to offer you a role most applicable to your experience and skillset.

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. Will include supporting the operation of pilot-line equipment to define a new process followed by a transition to start-up, qualification, and implementation of the new production process with the eventual evolution into a standard production MET position.

Experience & Education:

* High School Diploma or GED required and must meet one of the following criteria to qualify:

o Associates degree in a technical discipline

o 2+ years machine or mechanic experience as a primary job function

o One year First Solar technical experience

o Six months experience as Temporary Manufacturing Engineering Technician at First Solar

Required Skills/Competencies:

* Safety first mindset

* General electrical/electronic 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

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

* Provide training to production associates

* 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:

* This position will not have direct reports.

Travel:

* If hiring to a new plant prior to plant start, associate will be required to spend extended time (60-80%) in another plant in either Ohio or Alabama for training until their assigned plant starts equipment installation

Estimated Salary Range:

* $18.56 - $25.98

US Physical Requirements:

* 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.

First Solar reserves the right to offer you a role most applicable to your experience and skillset.

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. Will include supporting the operation of pilot-line equipment to define a new process followed by a transition to start-up, qualification, and implementation of the new production process with the eventual evolution into a standard production MET position.

Experience & Education:

* High School Diploma or GED required and must meet one of the following criteria to qualify:

o Associates degree in a technical discipline

o 2+ years machine or mechanic experience as a primary job function

o One year First Solar technical experience

o Six months experience as Temporary Manufacturing Engineering Technician at First Solar

Required Skills/Competencies:

* Safety first mindset

* General electrical/electronic 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

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

* Provide training to production associates

* 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:

* This position will not have direct reports.

Travel:

* If hiring to a new plant prior to plant start, associate will be required to spend extended time (60-80%) in another plant in either Ohio or Alabama for training until their assigned plant starts equipment installation

Estimated Salary Range:

* $18.56 - $25.98

US Physical Requirements:

* 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.

Basic Job Functions:

Assist in the installation and qualification of manufacturing equipment, troubleshoot day-to-day manufacturing issues, identify and/or implement system improvements that contribute to the achievement of throughput, yield and product performance goals.

Education & Experience:

• High School Diploma or equivalent with 1 year experience as First Solar Manufacturing Engineering Technician I or 3 years First Solar Technical experience or 10 years technical experience in a manufacturing, military, electrical, mechanical, or chemical industrial setting or
• Associate's degree in a technical discipline with at least 1 year as First Solar Manufacturing Engineering Technician I or 2 years First Solar Technical Experience or at least 3 years technical experience in a manufacturing, military, electrical, mechanical, or chemical industrial setting or
• Bachelor's degree in a technical discipline with 0-2 years technical experience in a manufacturing, military, electrical, mechanical, or chemical industrial setting

Required Skills:

• Safety first mindset.
• Demonstrated proficiency in troubleshooting and problem solving on the manufacturing line
• Demonstrated proficiency in electrical/electronic and mechanical systems
• Demonstrated proficiency in responding to SPC alarms to bring processes back in control
• Self-directed, ability to work with minimal supervision
• Able to apply statistical tools to analyze data and provide conclusions
• Good written and oral communications skills in English
• Ability to deal with administrative as well as technical tasks

Essential Functions & 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
• Support the operation of pilot-line equipment to define a new process
• Transition new equipment and processes through start-up, qualification, and implementation
• 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
• Provide training to production associates
• 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

Physical Requirements:

• 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)

Travel:

• If hiring to a new plant prior to plant start, associate will be required to spend extended time (60-80%) in another plant in either Ohio or Alabama for training until their assigned plan starts equipment installation.

Please note: 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.