FIRST SOLAR-posted 5 months ago
$24 - $35/Yr
Full-time • Entry Level
Perrysburg, OH
5,001-10,000 employees
Computer and Electronic Product Manufacturing

The following is an entry level Automation Technician controls position where a successful candidate will be required to support manufacturing operations, assist with equipment implementation/startup, PLC/HMI programming, and troubleshooting/optimization of manufacturing processes control systems. This position directly supports a manufacturing site. The successful candidate will be assigned to a manufacturing schedule on either AM or PM crew/shift. AM shift is 6:00AM - 6:10PM. PM shift is 6:00PM - 6:10AM. This results in a rotating 36/48 hour work week schedule, which includes working every other Friday, Saturday and Sunday.

  • Responsible for support of manufacturing facilities, including remote support of world-wide manufacturing facilities.
  • Responsible to troubleshoot, repair, problem-solve, and maintain all electrical control systems for manufacturing equipment.
  • Responsible to assist with coordination of new equipment installation and implementation; including of MES integration events.
  • Responsible for maintaining and updating of manufacturing process tool electrical drawings, ensuring the tracking of equipment changes is documented and drawings are kept current.
  • Responsible to implement new software changes/upgrades specified by the Controls Engineering Department.
  • Responsible to identify, research, document and present solutions to control problems and continuous improvement projects.
  • Responsible to interface with multiple departments within the organization.
  • Maintains effective communications levels and fosters team building.
  • Ensures adherence to all safety procedures and good housekeeping standards.
  • Other duties as assigned.
  • Minimum 2 years of manufacturing equipment electrical/electronic/controls experience.
  • Associate or Bachelor's degree in Electrical, Robotics, Industrial Controls, or Electronic Engineering preferred.
  • If no degree completed, the qualified candidate must have 5+ years verifiable experience in a related field, (i.e., Semiconductors, Automotive etc.).
  • Ability to work independently, manage multiple tasks and set priorities.
  • Ability to interpret data and make reasonable conclusions to assist in trouble-shooting process.
  • Good understanding/knowledge of reading electrical/mechanical drawings and suggest modifications as required.
  • Good understanding/knowledge of manufacturing processes and safety requirements.
  • Demonstrated proficiency and problem solving ability to trouble-shoot electrical/electronic control systems in manufacturing environment.
  • Competent in Autodesk AutoCAD drafting software to create electrical schematic and panel layouts.
  • Good understanding/knowledge programming/troubleshooting of Rockwell Automation Logix platform PLC's.
  • Good understanding/knowledge programming/trouble-shooting Rockwell Automation Human Machine Interfaces (HMI) utilizing FactoryTalk View ME; Proface HMI experience a plus.
  • Good understanding trouble-shooting at least two control network including ControlNet, DeviceNet, Profibus and/or Ethernet.
  • Basic understanding/knowledge of robotic systems including trouble-shooting, programming, safety.
  • Good understanding of computer hardware/applications and the Microsoft Office family.
  • Basic understanding of corporate Ethernet architectures and systems.
  • Proficient communications skills both verbal and written.
  • Basic understanding of SQL Database tables/queries.
  • Basic understanding of data collection processes and OPC protocols.
  • Equal Opportunity Employer that values and respects the importance of a diverse and inclusive workforce.
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