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Silfab Solar

Production Operator (m/w/d)

Become a Production Operator at Silfab Solar in Fort Mill, South Carolina. Operate machines safely to produce high-quality solar products. Enjoy competitive pay, paid time off, and opportunities for professional growth in a supportive environment.

Silfab Solar

Company Overview

Silfab Solar

Fort Mill, SC, United States

2010

Approximately 800 employees and estimated revenue of $217.3 million in 2023 (source: zoominfo.com).

What They Do

Silfab Solar focuses exclusively on photovoltaic module design, development, and manufacturing, producing high-efficiency solar panels tailored for North American conditions. The company utilizes advanced technologies such as TOPCon cells at its South Carolina plant and integrates proprietary SABC methods via recent patent acquisitions to enhance electrical performance (source: cbinsights.com). Its product lineup includes the premium Silfab Elite Series modules, which have received an "Excellent" rating on EnergySage.com and were recognized as a 2024 Kiwa PVEL Top Performer, emphasizing maximum power density, reliability, and compliance with Buy American standards for various applications (source: silfabsolar.com). The company targets installers, distributors, and businesses across North America, delivering modules from automated lines that prioritize domestic content to meet regional demand and policy incentives (source: cbinsights.com). Silfab differentiates itself through its leadership in premium-quality PV modules, operational experience as the largest private U.S. manufacturer, and rapid technology integration, positioning it ahead of competitors reliant on imports (source: silfabsolar.com).

Projects & Track Record

While specific completed project names and capacities are not detailed in available records, Silfab Solar supplies modules for utility-scale and community solar developments. Notably, the company has partnered with Pivot Energy for next-generation U.S.-made panels and has a supply agreement with Nexamp, one of the largest U.S. community solar developers, announced on December 17, 2024 (source: zoominfo.com). Ongoing expansions include scaling the Fort Mill, South Carolina cell manufacturing facility to operational status by late 2024, with a capacity of 1 GW for cells and 1.3 GW for modules, supported by recent financing (source: silfabsolar.com). Key clients encompass Pivot Energy and Nexamp, with partnerships involving technology providers like EnPV for patent acquisitions enabling SABC integration (source: cbinsights.com). Geographically, Silfab maintains a strong North American footprint across Canada and the U.S., with expansions focused on reshoring production to meet domestic demand (source: silfabsolar.com).

Recent Developments

In the last two years, Silfab Solar closed a $100 million financing round on November 21, 2024, which included $50 million in equity led by ARC Financial Corp. and a $50 million senior secured Green Loan to scale its Fort Mill cell plant, bringing total funding to $230 million (source: silfabsolar.com). The company also announced supply agreements with Pivot Energy and Nexamp in 2024 for U.S.-made panels targeting community solar projects (source: zoominfo.com). Additionally, Silfab acquired patents and trademarks from EnPV, including a solar module patent granted on December 12, 2023, to advance SABC technology for the Elite Series (source: cbinsights.com). Milestones include achieving 2024 Kiwa PVEL Top Performer status and ramping up U.S. facilities, with no reported mergers or additional acquisitions beyond intellectual property deals (source: silfabsolar.com).

Working There

Silfab Solar employs around 800 people across various functions, including manufacturing, engineering, and support roles. The leadership team includes President and CEO Paolo Maccario, along with a CFO and COO, indicating a structured approach to production operations, cell and module fabrication, automation, innovation/R&D, finance, sales, and customer support (source: zoominfo.com). Hiring is currently active at U.S. sites, particularly in Fort Mill, South Carolina, and Burlington, Washington, to support capacity growth and create American jobs, as emphasized in recent financing announcements (source: silfabsolar.com). The company culture promotes a safe and equitable workplace, respect for partners and communities, ethical standards, and employee-driven innovation, with all facilities featuring automated lines and a focus on local partnerships (source: silfabsolar.com). While specific benefits are not publicly detailed, the expansion plans highlight job creation and a mission to reduce carbon emissions through manufacturing, suggesting competitive packages aligned with industry norms in renewable energy (source: silfabsolar.com).

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Making a difference in the world by reducing carbon emissions and improving access to clean energy with every module we make.

Our purpose is to make a difference in the world by reducing carbon emissions and improving access to clean energy with every module we make.

At Silfab Solar, the energy of our people is the power behind our success. Our employees actively shape the solar innovations of tomorrow, while adhering to the highest ethical operating standards and promoting a respectful and safe workplace for our diverse workforce.

Our state-of-the art facilities in the US and Canada engineer and design the latest generation of solar products and utilize advanced manufacturing technology to produce high-efficiency PV cells and modules intended to outperform the market. As a profitable and rapidly expanding company in one of the fastest-growing sectors in the renewable energy industry, Silfab provides you with an incredible opportunity to build your career and contribute to a sustainable future. We are committed to investing in our employees, providing a dynamic and supportive environment for learning and professional growth. We offer competitive pay, generous benefits, and opportunities for advancement, but more importantly, we offer you the ability to make a real difference in the world.

Together we can create a brighter, cleaner future for generations to come.

Job Description

As a Production Operator I, you will operate your assigned position or task safely and efficiently to optimally produce quality work. This may include the placement and testing of electrical components, cleaning of finished products, or loading of raw materials into machines.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

  • Operate automatic and semi-automatic machines according to position Standard Work Instructions (SWI)
  • Clean and prepare workstation and machines.
  • Assemble and test components and ensure adherence to specified requirements.
  • Perform simple electrical and continuity testing of electronic components, parts, and systems.
  • Identify and mark acceptable and defective assemblies.
  • Check final assembly for finish, labelling, and packaging methods.
  • Complete other tasks as required and/or directed.
  • Maintain compliance with established policies and procedures.

Qualifications

Skills

  • Hand-eye coordination, manual dexterity, ability to distinguish between colors.
  • Ability to read, understand, and follow work instructions in English.
  • Basic computer literacy
  • Soldering experience is an asset.

Traits

  • Coachable and willing to learn.
  • Punctual and dependable
  • Team and customer oriented.
  • Attention to detail.
  • Problem Solving.
  • Ability to lift objects less than 25 pounds and team lift objects approximately 60 pounds.
  • Able to stand, walk and work on feet for 8+ hours.

Education and/or Experience

  • High School Diploma or Equivalent
  • Production experience preferred

Additional Information

Compensation and Benefits

  • Competitive Market Wages
  • Paid Time Off (vacation, sick, and holiday)
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance Plans
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Tuition Reimbursement Program
  • Employee Recognition Programs
  • Employee PV Panel Purchase Program

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January 8, 2026

Full Time

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January 9, 2026

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Silfab Solar

silfabsolar.com

  •  Fort Mill, South Carolina, United States

Entry-level, production experience preferred

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