AGV Equipment Technician, LFP Cell Manufacturing

Description:
We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced AGV Technician to join the Energy Cell Manufacturing Industrial Engineering team, responsible for ensuring the operational availability and reliability of our Automated Guided Vehicle (AGV) and material flow systems. As an AGV Technician, you will play a critical role in operating and troubleshooting our AGV fleet, working closely with the Material Flow Equipment Engineer to optimize AGV performance and minimize downtime. This is a hands-on, physically demanding role that requires a strong technical background, excellent problem-solving skills, and the ability to work effectively in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

Responsibilities:
Troubleshoot and diagnose issues with AGV navigation, control systems, and communication networks

Collaborate with the Material Flow Equipment Engineer to optimize AGV routes, improve efficiency, and reduce downtime

Conduct preventative maintenance (PM) activities, such as software updates, to ensure AGV reliability and performance

Respond to AGV system alarms and errors, performing corrective maintenance and initial repairs as needed to minimize production impact

Work with cross-functional teams, including production, maintenance, and engineering, to resolve AGV-related issues and improve overall system performance

Utilize advanced computer skills to access and analyze AGV system data, perform software updates, and configure system settings

Requirements:
3+ years of experience working with AGV systems, material handling equipment, or similar technologies

Strong technical background in electrical, mechanical, and software systems, with experience in troubleshooting and repairing complex systems

Excellent problem-solving skills, with the ability to analyze and resolve complex technical issues

Advanced computer skills, including experience with AGV system software, programming languages, and data analysis tools

Must have command of the English language, both written and verbal

Ability to read and interpret technical documentation, including schematics, diagrams, and maintenance manuals

Essential Physical Demands
Ability to perform physically demanding work for extended periods of time, up to 12 hours a day
Ability to stand and walk for up to 12 hours a day, including over varied and uneven terrain
Frequently and repetitively, lift, push and carry up to 35 lbs, including the ability to carry 20 lbs up and down stairs
Frequently and repetitively, bend, lift and reach
Stoop, lay, bend, reach, squat, kneel, crouch, twist and crawl for extended periods of time, including up to 12 hours a day
Climb and maintain balance on ladders, scaffolding or other high structures
Ability to find issues in a work process and receive safety signals using sight, touch, or hearing
Wearing Personal Protective Equipment, including but not limited to: PAPR, safety glasses, safety shoes, bump caps, and adhering to prescribed safety rules and guidelines