Technician- Maintenance Electrical/Controls I USA

First Solar (US)•Perrysburg, OH

84d•$23 - $33

About The Position

First Solar reserves the right to offer you a role most applicable to your experience and skillset. Basic Job Functions: Implements, tests, and maintains all manufacturing equipment controls. Performs as directed, all necessary maintenance of equipment in a timely and cost efficient manner Assist in the installation and qualification of manufacturing equipment, troubleshoot day-to-day manufacturing issues, identify and/or implement system improvements that contribute to the achievement of throughput, yield and product performance goals.

Requirements

3-7 years of electrical/electronic/controls experience.
Ability to work independently, manage multiple tasks and set priorities required.
Proficient in CMMS.
Demonstrated proficiency in troubleshooting and problem solving on the manufacturing line.
Demonstrated proficiency in robotics, electrical/electronic, mechanical and vacuum systems.
Ability to read prints and suggest modifications as required.
Must comply with all safety standards and procedures.
Ability to wear personal protective equipment is required (including, but not limited to: steel-toed shoes, cut-resistant gloves, jackets, aprons &/or arm guards, safety glasses or goggles, hearing protection & respirators) as a condition of employment and continued employment (requires little or no facial hair).
20/40 vision in each eye separately and both eyes (with or without correction), the ability to distinguish between red, yellow, and green and peripheral vision >70 degrees is required.

Nice To Haves

Associate Degree in Electrical, Robotics, or Electronic Engineering (preferred).
If no Degree - Must have 5+ years verifiable experience in a related field, (i.e. Semiconductors, Automotive etc.).
Journeyman’s Card from an accredited apprentice ship program preferred.

Responsibilities

Troubleshoot, repair, problem-solve, and maintain all electrical control problems for all manufacturing equipment.
Test all equipment and control functions of new controls established or designated by First Solar Controls dept.
Download new software changes/upgrades specified by the Controls Dept. and maintain current software databases for Base Plant
Assist IT Dept. with the setup, installation, and testing of all communication devices for PLC’s.
Identify, research, prepare and present solutions to control problems and continuous improvement projects
Document and follow-up problems relating to controls.
Provide all written documentation for indication of proper testing on all projects submitted from the Controls Dept.
Assist new equipment commissioning technicians to verify that their testing of control systems is done correctly and efficiently completed
Research, prepare and present solutions to problems.
Responsible to interface with other Company and Supplier Representatives
Maintains effective communications levels and fosters team work
Ensures adherence to all safety procedures and good housekeeping standards.
Interfaces effectively and cooperatively with other Departments.
Performs predictive and preventative maintenance on any or all production equipment.
Develops and implements new electrical preventative maintenance tasks, procedures, and schedules.
Perform troubleshooting of robotic, electrical and mechanical systems.
Proficient in Maximo reporting and parts search.
Perform additional tasks as assigned, from the Maintenance Supervisor or Maintenance Lead.