It has been a decent ride - Anonymous employee First Solar Employee Review

3.0
Nov 8, 2012
Anonymous employee
Recommend
CEO approval
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Pros

Compensation is/was a great part of working here. When the stock was flying high, it was okay to work rediculous hours but now that the stock is tumbling, it's hard to tell the family that you will be working late and won't be home for dinner. Still a place where you think you are making a difference with clean energy.

Cons

Upper Mgmt is beyond terrible at giving updates to the direction of the company. The street has the same knowledge of the employees. When you go on vacation, plan on working as your cell phone will be going off and you are EXPECTED to answer. Very few opportunities in promotion here. HR is only worried about retaining the execs. Huge stock grants given out them but little if any to the real workers.

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Pros

Great culture and opportunities for growth. I feel encouraged to speak up if I have a way to improve a process.

Cons

Room to enhance internal communication processes as company grows.

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First Solar Response
5mo
Thank you for sharing your experience as a current member of the Finance team. We're glad to hear that you value our culture, growth opportunities, and the encouragement to speak up and improve processes. We also appreciate your note on strengthening internal communication as we continue to grow. Feedback like this helps guide our ongoing improvements. If you’d like to share additional thoughts, we welcome you to reach out at jobs@firstsolar.com.
2.0
Jun 2, 2026
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Pros

Laid back work environment with good technology

Cons

AWFUL PAY and Raises . Low balling employees

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First Solar Response
1mo
Thank you for sharing your feedback and for your contributions over the past year. We’re sorry to hear your concerns regarding compensation, as supporting the wellbeing of our associates and ensuring they feel valued and cared for is a top priority for us. Feedback like yours is important as we continue to evaluate how we support and recognize our team. If you’d like to share additional insights, we encourage you to connect with us at jobs@firstsolar.com.
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