Technician Manufacturing Engineering (AM Crew)

First Solar
First Solar

Full-time

Perrysburg, OH, USA

Posted 6+ months ago
  • 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.

• 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.