What are the responsibilities and job description for the Production Operator position at Canadian Solar and Careers?
** International Travel Required for Training January 2, 2026 2-3 months MANDATORY**
$1,200 Sign-On Bonus
Company will cover all travel/hotel/food for the training period.
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2-2-3 Schedule 6am-6pm or 6pm-6am (night shift is a $1.00 shift diff)
Starting pay at $21 an hour
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Company Summary:
Canadian Solar Inc. is a vertically-integrated manufacturer of ingots, wafers, cells, solar modules (panels) and custom-designed solar power applications. Canadian Solar Inc. delivers solar power products of uncompromising quality to customers worldwide. Canadian Solar’s world class team of professionals works closely with our customers to provide them with solutions for all their solar needs. For more information on the company, please visit www.canadian-solar.com.
Position Title: Production Operator
Department: Production
Reports To: Production Supervisor
Location: Jeffersonville, Indiana
The operator is responsible for tasks involving physical labor our solar cell manufacturing facility and will be required to operate monitor and maintain a range of automated and semi-automated production equipment used in the fabrication of solar cells. The operator will be responsible for the efficient production of products according to established procedures following all safety protocols and workplace policies to ensure profitable business operations.
Primary Responsibilities:
· Wafer preparation: Including cleaning, texturing, and doping of silicon wafers.
· Monitor high-temperature furnace processes to introduce dopants and apply metal contacts.
· Etching and coating: Use of chemical baths and deposition tools to create anti-reflective coatings and surface passivation layers.
· Screen printing and drying: Applying front and back conductive pastes using screen printers, followed by curing and drying steps.
· Testing and quality control: Performing electrical and optical testing of cells (e.g., IV curve measurements, electroluminescence imaging) to ensure product specifications are met.
- Manufacturing of monocrystalline and polycrystalline silicon solar cells
- Support for product development, process and tool optimization initiatives to improve cell efficiency, yield, tool OEE & cost improvement
- Involvement in pilot production runs for new technology generations (e.g., PERC, TOPCon, or HJT cells)
- Participation in continuous improvement projects such as Six Sigma, Lean Manufacturing, Kaizen & etc. to reduce waste and enhance throughput
- Ensure that all business activities are performed with the highest ethical standards and in compliance with the Canadian Solar Solution Code of Business Conduct
- Adhere to all health and safety rules and procedures
Qualifications and Experience:
- Able to take continental shift
- High School Diploma or equivalent
- 2 years of experience working in a manufacturing environment
- Demonstrated attention to quality and detail
- Able to perform repetitive tasks, walk and stand for long periods of time and perform physical labor activities
- Ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines in a fast-paced environment
Compensation and Benefits:
Canadian Solar offers a competitive salary plus fully comprehensive benefits and performance bonus package based on an annual objective achievement. Our generous benefits package includes a 401(k) Retirement Plan, medical/dental/life/disability program, PTO.
Canadian Solar Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE). Qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, disability, or veteran status.
Job Type: Full-time
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $21.00 - $23.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Work Location: In person
Salary : $21 - $23