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Job Summary
The FA (Factory Automation) Technician I supports the safe, reliable operation and maintenance of factory automation and automated material-handling systems under the guidance of experienced technicians and engineers. This entry-level position performs routine inspections, preventive maintenance, basic troubleshooting, component replacement, and approved equipment recovery procedures. Complex controls, software, communication, and safety-related issues are documented and escalated to the appropriate technical owner.
Responsibilities
- Perform routine inspections and scheduled preventive maintenance on factory automation equipment using established procedures and checklists.
- Inspect and monitor AMRs/AGVs, conveyors, stockers, lifters, transfer equipment, sensors, motors, actuators, barcode readers, and related automation systems for abnormal conditions.
- Assist technicians and engineers with basic mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, sensor, and equipment-control troubleshooting.
- Perform approved alarm resets, Manual/Auto transitions, and basic equipment recovery procedures within the authorized scope of work.
- Support replacement of worn or damaged components, as well as equipment cleaning, lubrication, and adjustment.
- Monitor equipment screens and alarms, including PLC, HMI, ACS, MCS, MES, and CIM interfaces, and escalate issues outside the authorized scope.
- Support equipment installation, teaching, mapping, docking, PIO, interface testing, commissioning, and production activities under supervision.
- Accurately document equipment conditions, alarms, repairs, PM activities, test results, and open issues; communicate equipment status during shift handoffs.
- Read and follow basic mechanical drawings, electrical schematics, equipment manuals, work instructions, and maintenance procedures.
Minimum Qualifications
- High School Diploma or GED required.
- Basic knowledge of manufacturing equipment, factory automation, industrial maintenance, or a related technical field.
- Basic understanding of mechanical and electrical components used in automated equipment.
- Ability to safely use common hand tools, power tools, and basic electrical measurement devices.
- Ability to read and follow equipment manuals, electrical/mechanical documentation, safety procedures, checklists, and work instructions.
- Basic computer skills for reviewing alarms, entering work orders, and completing maintenance documentation.
- Ability to follow direction, communicate equipment conditions clearly, and work effectively with technicians, engineers, production, and maintenance teams.
- Ability to identify abnormal equipment conditions and escalate issues appropriately.
- Ability to work nights, rotating shifts, overtime, weekends, or holidays as required.
- Commitment to safety, continuous learning, and working effectively in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
- Able to frequently stand, walk, bend, kneel, crouch, twist, and reach.
- Ability to wear required PPE, including safety glasses, steel-toed footwear, hearing protection, protective gloves, clean-room garments, and other PPE required by the work area.
- Must be able to work over night shift on compressed work schedule, including weekends (Saturday and/or Sunday) as the schedule requires.
Preferred Qualifications
- Technical certificate, vocational training, or coursework in automation, electrical technology, electronics, mechanical systems, mechatronics, robotics, or industrial maintenance.
- Previous experience in manufacturing, production, warehouse automation, equipment maintenance, or a similar technical environment.
- Exposure to AMR/AGV, conveyor, stocker, sensor, motor, pneumatic, PLC, or HMI systems.
- Basic familiarity with MES, MCS, ACS, CIM, or other manufacturing automation systems.
Skills
- Basic mechanical and electrical aptitude.
- Basic troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.
- Ability to follow written procedures, checklists, and escalation requirements.
- Attention to detail and accurate documentation.
- Clear verbal and written communication.
- Teamwork and cross-functional collaboration.
- Time management and task prioritization.
- Willingness to learn new automation systems and technical processes.
- Safety-focused approach to equipment operation and maintenance.
- Ability to work effectively under the direction of experienced technicians and engineers.
Why should you work here?
1. Growth - You are a self-driven individual who seeks and captures the opportunities for growth we offer by acquiring and solving tasks.
2. Challenge - You reach beyond expectations and strive for innovative methods beyond the traditional.
3. Action - You are driven, take initiative, can execute decisions with agility and fulfill tasks to completion.
4. Collaboration - You are enthusiastic about teamwork while respecting the different backgrounds and experience of colleagues.
EEO Statement
LG Energy Solution Arizona, Inc. is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer.
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