First Solar is Hiring (Gaffney)

Powering America’s Energy Future Starts Here

First Solar is expanding its US manufacturing footprint with a new ~$350M facility in Gaffney, SC — creating 600+ good-paying jobs and advancing America’s energy future. Powered by South Carolina’s strong workforce and logistics network, the plant will add 3.7 GW of American-made solar capacity and support US energy independence.

For more than 25 years, First Solar has earned its position as the nation’s leading solar technology and manufacturing company. We’re committed to delivering high-quality, responsibly produced American-made solar modules — while helping to ensure that America can rapidly deploy the domestic power-generation capacity it needs to grow and prosper.

Find Open Positions and Apply

From engineering and manufacturing to logistics and operations, our team drives the next generation of solar technology. Join us and grow your career with a company committed to American innovation, advanced technology, and creating opportunities across the US.

Manufacturing Operations
Shift Leadership (Shift Managers, Technical Supervisors, Technical Group Leads), Engineering Technicians, Production Team Leads, and Production Technicians (Coming Soon)

Manufacturing Engineering
Managers and Engineers

Maintenance & Facilities Maintenance Supervisors, Maintenance & Facility Engineers, Technicians, and Administrators

Environment & Wastewater
Wastewater Supervisors and Technicians

Supply Chain, Warehouse & Inventory Control
Purchasing, Inventory Control Specialists, Warehouse Shift Supervisors, and Material Handling Fork Lift Drivers

Plant Automation & Control and IT
Controls Managers, Engineers, Developers, and Automation Technicians

EHS&S, HR, and Workforce Development
EHS&S Managers, HR Managers, Workforce Development Team Leads, and Specialists & Training Advocates

Quality & Reliability
Engineers and Technicians (Quality, Calibration, Test)

Visit FIRST SOLAR to learn more about our positions, benefits and culture.