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Developer Operations Associate Jobs in Lafayette, LA

Associate degree in a business or engineering discipline combined with 6 years of technical work ... Lead and drive plant operations action items to closure with functional owners to remove ...

Associate degree in a business or engineering discipline combined with 6 years of technical work ... Lead and drive plant operations action items to closure with functional owners to remove ...

Pega Sr. Developer

Lafayette, LA · On-site

$53.75 - $70.50/hr

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Recommend innovative solutions to improve operational efficiency and reduce costs. Qualifications ... clients, communities and associates unlock their full potential with capital and counsel.

Quality Engineer - Supply Chain

Opelousas, LA · On-site

$80 - $120/hr

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Manage project execution for top Quality losses, build capability in area managers and associates ... Have experience in Industrial Engineering, Continuous Improvement, or Supply Chain operations ...

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Quality Engineer - Supply Chain

Opelousas, LA · On-site

$80K - $120K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Manage project execution for top Quality losses, build capability in area managers and associates ... Have experience in Industrial Engineering, Continuous Improvement, or Supply Chain operations ...

Quality Engineer - Supply Chain

Opelousas, LA · On-site

$80K - $120K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Manage project execution for top Quality losses, build capability in area managers and associates ... Have experience in Industrial Engineering, Continuous Improvement, or Supply Chain operations ...

PLC Programmer

Carencro, LA · On-site

$54K - $74K/yr

Authority to shut down any operation that reveals possible harm to self or another employee. * Must ... Associates Degree in Electronics, Instrumentation and Controls or other related discipline ...

... Operations & Commissioning Support Procurement Project Management. K eystone Engineering is ... Associates degree in CAD * Previous O & G experience * Advance Steel Software Equal Opportunity ...

... Operations & Commissioning Support, Procurement, Project Management. Keystone Engineering is ... Associate degree in CAD. * Previous O&G experience. Equal Opportunity Employer, including disabled ...

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How much do developer operations associate jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 19, 2026, the average hourly pay for developer operations associate in Lafayette, LA is $25.06, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $16.97 and $28.94 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

Engineer- Operations I USA

First Solar

New Iberia, LA • On-site

$56K - $80K/yr

Full-time

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Company rating: 6.5 out of 10

Based on 76 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

471st of 540 rated manufacturers


Job description


First Solar reserves the right to offer you a role most applicable to your experience and skillset.
Basic Job Functions:
Coordinate, schedule and prioritize solar module manufacturing operations for Semiconductor or Module manufacturing areas. Utilize a broad spectrum of data sources to identify and implement improvements to manufacturing operations resulting in positive impact to factory performance metrics and employee health, satisfaction and retention.
Education and Experience:
  • Associate degree in a business or engineering discipline combined with 6 years of technical work experience in a Manufacturing setting or 3 years of First Solar technical experience.
  • Bachelor's Degree, master's degree, or Ph.D. in a business or engineering discipline with no experience required.
  • Technical work experience in combination with a degree is preferred.

Required Skills/Competencies:
  • Safety First mindset.
  • Must be able to work in a team environment.
  • Strong problem solving and critical thinking skills.
  • Excellent written and oral communication skills.
  • Knowledge of electrical, mechanical, or chemical systems preferred.
  • Basic mechanical troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office (Excel, PowerPoint, Words and Outlook).
  • Proficient in data mining/reporting platforms such as Report Manager, Pro Clarity and JMP.
  • Understanding of production control systems, equipment run-rate, Theory of Constraints, WIP management and floor layout interaction.
  • Understanding of direct and indirect material list, consumption POR, replenishment, storage and tracking system.
  • Proven ability to train and develop associates.
  • Excellent organizational and planning skills.
  • Experience and working knowledge of continuous improvement tools.

Essential Responsibilities:
  • Adhere to all safety procedures and 5S standards.
  • Ability to take strategy and convert into actionable deliverables to meet daily, weekly and monthly P90.
  • Actively communicate with shift managers and cross functional section managers to achieve operations objectives.
  • Coordinate, schedule and prioritize production related activities, personnel, projects, planning and other functions within various crews and support departments.
  • Lead and drive plant operations action items to closure with functional owners to remove constraints for 24X7 operations. Provide assessment for operation recovery and assignment of headcount, WIP.
  • Contribute to continuous improvement in safety, quality and operations.
  • Content expert and point of contact for semiconductor or Module operations.
  • Coordinate and drive respective area tools utilization, availability or cycle time improvement projects or related issues with regards to Semiconductor or Module operations such as headcount planning and development, material allocation, upgrade activities, ETA execution and yield improvement.
  • Drive and own coater pitstop, HPVD & Metallizer target change, working scrap management or module palletizing execution consistency and quality across 4 crews.
  • Drive manufacturing execution team and support groups to meet desired Operational Efficiency (OE = MU/MA) target versus Machine Availability (MA).
  • Effectively utilize support teams to find root cause and resolve issue to improve safety, quality and throughput.
  • Review and approve respective area work instructions to ensure manufacturing viability.
  • Provide technical support to operations workforce development team to create training lesson plans for Semiconductor or Module operations area.
  • Train and guide Semiconductor or Module supervisors and technicians to improve their technical competencies.

Reporting Relationships:
  • No direct reports.

Estimated Salary Range:
  • $56,100-$80,000

Travel:
  • Up to 10% annually.

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 lift up to 58 pounds on an occasional basis, according to work instruction.
  • Will lift up to 37 pounds on a frequent basis.
  • Will push or pull up to 27 pounds of force on an occasional basis.
  • Will push or pull up to 10 pounds of force 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) and the ability to distinguish between red, yellow and green is required.
  • May reach above shoulder heights and below the waist on a frequent basis.
  • May stoop, kneel, or bend, on an occasional basis.
  • Must be able to comply with all safety standards and procedures.
  • Ability to wear personal protective equipment is required (including but not limited to; steel toed shoes, cut resistant gloves, jackets, aprons &/or arm guards, safety glasses, hearing protection).
  • 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 recognize that diversity and inclusion is a driving force in the success of our company.

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