First Solar reviews

3.7

70% would recommend to a friend

(684 total reviews)
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Mark Widmar

86% approve of CEO

62% positive business outlook

First Solar has an employee rating of 3.7 out of 5 stars, based on 684 company reviews on Glassdoor which indicates that most employees have a good working experience there. The First Solar employee rating is in line with the average (within 1 standard deviation) for employers within the Manufacturing industry (3.5 stars).

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684 reviews
5.0
Nov 28, 2016

Administrator

Recommend
CEO approval
Business Outlook

Pros

Collaborative environment, creativity encouraged.Teamwork focus while encouraging individual growth. Great compensation & benefits packages. Advancement opportunities available while promoting a good work/life balance.

Cons

Communication somewhat lacking to varying degrees during my tenure, in various areas. Level setting sometimes lacking. Culture & values sometimes confusing due to mixed signals.

4.0
Nov 25, 2016
Recommend
CEO approval
Business Outlook

Pros

Excellent salaries and great work atmosphere. Lots of opportunities to advance. Decent executive staff. Employees matter. Would recommend company to family and friends.

Cons

Swing shift. Not a lot of overtime if needed. Not as active of a Company as they used to be. Employee parties, field trips, and outings diminished. Benefit packages not the greatest.

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