Electrical and Controls Technician (All Crews/All Plants)

First Solar • Perrysburg, OH, US • 4m ago

Electrical and Controls Technician (All Crews/All Plants)

What’s great about First Solar:

Clean, bright, climate-controlled work environment
12-hour crew schedule with 10 hours of built-in overtime each paycheck
Attractive 7-day work schedule over a 2-week period (50% days off)
Career Progression Tracks for technical and leadership roles
Onsite amenities which include a fitness center and cafe
Bonuses – Yearly
401k with company match
Great Benefits package on day 1

The Controls Technician will 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.

Electrical and Controls Technician Essential Functions and 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 the Controls dept.
Download new software changes and 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 PLCs.
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.
Interface with other Company and Supplier Representatives.
Maintain effective communications levels and foster teamwork.
Ensure adherence to all safety procedures and good housekeeping standards.
Interface effectively and cooperatively with other Departments.
Perform predictive and preventative maintenance on any or all production equipment.
Develop and implement 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 by the Maintenance Supervisor or Maintenance Lead.

Basic Job Functions

Implements, tests, and maintains all manufacturing equipment controls.
P erforms 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 throughput, yield and product performance goals.

Experience

3-7 years of electrical/electronic/controls experience

Education

Associate Degree in Electrical, Robotics, or Electronic Engineering (preferred)
No Degree - Must have 5+ years of verifiable experience in a related field
Journeyman’s Card from an accredited apprenticeship program is preferred

Required Skills/Competencies

Ability to work independently, manage multiple tasks and set priorities
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

Reporting Relationships

Reports to Maintenance Supervisor

Travel

May travel between multiple plants within close proximity

Estimated Salary Range

23.50-31.00 USD per hour

US Physical Requirements

Will sit, stand or walk short distances for up to 12 hours per day
Will climb stairs on an occasional basis
Will exert up to 50 pounds of force to lift, push or pull on a seldom basis
Will lift, push or pull up to 27 pounds on a frequent basis
Must use hands to grasp, lift, handle, carry or feel objects repetitively
Vision requirements without correction or with correction
Must be able to comply with all safety standards and procedures
May reach above shoulder heights and below the waist occasionally
May stoop, kneel, or bend occasionally
Ability to wear personal protective equipment including steel-toed shoes, safety glasses, etc.

Note

Potential candidates will meet the education and experience requirements and complete the listed responsibilities for this role. An offer may be contingent on a background check and other requirements.