Title: Factory Automation Technician I
Reports to: Factory Automation Manager
Location: Holland, MI
LG Energy Solution Michigan Inc. (LGESMI) develops and manufactures large lithium ion polymer batteries and packs for electric vehicle (EV) and energy storage applications. Come join the leader in advanced EV batteries! www.lgenergymi.com
Summary
The Smart Factory Technician will work in a highly automated environment to support the overall layout of ESMI building #1 and #2 and the installation project of Factory Automation (FA) equipment in the ESMI buildings. You will support production and technology teams, including installation and maintenance of automated process flow equipment including AGVs, stockers, and conveyors. You will help install the equipment and also consider the operation and maintenance scenarios during the mass production taking into effect safety, quality, cost, and the efficiency of the newly applied system.
Responsibilities:
Understand and monitor the PLC logics of the FA equipment in all processes using the specifications and inspection logic
Support engineers and the direct manager for any improvements of FA equipment and follow-up any issues
Troubleshoot any issues in the FA equipment based off of the issues in other LGES sites
Review the layout drawing and update the layout of ESMI building #1 and #2 under the guidance of the direct manager
Collaborate with other teams and vendors to improve the building layout and follow-up any issue
Maintain cleanliness at work-site in accordance with 5S3R Standards:
Sort, Set in order, Shine, Standardize, Sustain
Right Location, Right Quantity, Right Container
Follow LGESMI existing cleaning SOP's during downtime (e.g. line stop, waiting time, etc.)
Perform other duties as assigned
Qualifications:
High School Diploma or GED required
Vocational Certificate or Associates Degree preferred or equivalent, relevant experience
Experience:
Skills:
Technical troubleshooting skills
PLC experience preferred
Strong AutoCAD skills or other layout program knowledge
Ability to work as a team
Planning and organizational skills
Effective and efficient time management
Strong attention to detail
Creative, innovative, and solutions-oriented
Problem solving and critical thinking skills
Technically proficient and motivated to continuously improve
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