Automation Technician I (Nights)

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 programing, and troubleshooting/optimization of manufacturing processes control systems. 

The Automation Technician 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.

First Solar Offers:

• 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 café
• 401k with company match
• Great Benefits package on day 1

Automation Technician Essential Functions & Responsibilities:

Primary Responsibilities:

• 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.
• Maintain effective communications levels and fosters team building.
• Ensures adherence to all safety procedures and good housekeeping standards.

Automation Technician Qualifications:

Education/Experience:

• 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 - Must have 5+ years verifiable experience in a related field, (i.e. Semiconductors, Automotive etc.)

Automation Technician Required Skills/Competencies: