Jobs · Management · South Carolina

Technician- Automation I USA (A Crew/AM Shift)

First Solar · Gaffney, SC · 4 mo ago
Management$26.97–$38.46/hrFull-time

About the role

The role involves supporting manufacturing operations, assisting with equipment implementation/startup, PLC/HMI programming, and troubleshooting/managing manufacturing processes control systems. This is a controls position directly supporting a manufacturing site, with a rotating 36/48 hour work week schedule.

Responsibilities

  • Supports manufacturing facilities, including remote support of worldwide manufacturing facilities.
  • Troubleshoots, repairs, problem-solves, and maintains all electrical control systems for manufacturing equipment.
  • Aids in coordination of new equipment installation and implementation, including MES integration events.
  • Maintains and updates manufacturing process tool electrical drawings, ensuring equipment changes are documented and drawings are current.
  • Implements new software changes/upgrades specified by the Controls Engineering Department.
  • Identifies, researches, documents, and presents solutions to control problems and continuous improvement projects.
  • Interfaces with multiple departments within the organization, fostering team building and adhering to safety procedures.

Requirements

  • Minimum 2 years of manufacturing equipment electrical/electronic/controls experience.
  • Associate/Bachelor’s degree in Electrical, Robotics, Industrial Controls, or Electronic Engineering (preferred).
  • No Degree - 5+ years of verifiable experience in a related field (Semiconductors, Automotive, etc.).
  • Ability to work independently, manage tasks, and prioritize.
  • Good understanding of electrical/mechanical drawings and modification suggestions.
  • Knowledge of manufacturing processes and safety requirements.
  • Proficiency in troubleshooting electrical/electronic control systems in a manufacturing environment.
  • Competence in Autodesk AutoCAD drafting software for creating electrical schematics and panel layouts.
  • Programming/troubleshooting experience with Rockwell Automation Logix platform PLCs and FactoryTalk View ME.
  • Understanding of ControlNet, DeviceNet, Profibus, and Ethernet networks.
  • Basic knowledge of robotic systems, including trouble-shooting, programming, and safety.
  • Basic understanding of computer hardware and applications, and proficiency in Microsoft Office.
  • Basic understanding of corporate Ethernet architectures and systems.
  • Effective communication skills, both verbal and written.
  • Brief understanding of SQL databases and data collection processes.
  • Basic understanding of OPC protocols.

Qualifications

  • Ability to work independently, manage tasks, and prioritize.
  • Good understanding of electrical/mechanical drawings and modification suggestions.
  • Knowledge of manufacturing processes and safety requirements.
  • Proficiency in troubleshooting electrical/electronic control systems in a manufacturing environment.
  • Competence in Autodesk AutoCAD drafting software for creating electrical schematics and panel layouts.
  • Programming/troubleshooting experience with Rockwell Automation Logix platform PLCs and FactoryTalk View ME.
  • Understanding of ControlNet, DeviceNet, Profibus, and Ethernet networks.
  • Basic knowledge of robotic systems, including trouble-shooting, programming, and safety.
  • Basic understanding of computer hardware and applications, and proficiency in Microsoft Office.
  • Basic understanding of corporate Ethernet architectures and systems.
  • Effective communication skills, both verbal and written.
  • Brief understanding of SQL databases and data collection processes.
  • Basic understanding of OPC protocols.

Skills

  • Autodesk AutoCAD drafting software.
  • Rockwell Automation Logix platform PLCs.
  • FactoryTalk View ME programming/troubleshooting.
  • ControlNet, DeviceNet, Profibus, and Ethernet network troubleshooting.
  • Robotic systems trouble-shooting and programming.
  • Microsoft Office suite.
  • SQL database tables/queries.
  • Data collection processes and OPC protocols.

Benefits

N/A

Pay

$26.97 - $38.46, Hourly US

Schedule

Rotating 36/48 hour work week schedule, including every other Friday, Saturday, and Sunday.

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