Process Technician jobs in United States, California, Lathrop

• Commission new instrumentation, control systems, and equipment to tesla operational standards
• Calibrate, maintain, troubleshoot, and repair instrumentation, equipment, and control systems, ensuring optimal functionality within the facility
• Collaborate with the Facilities Operations/Maintenance department to perform preventive maintenance, address trouble calls, and handle emergency maintenance as needed
• Troubleshoot, program, and improve control systems, including PLCs, controllers, and final control elements to support automated processes
• Assist in troubleshooting, upgrading, and installing new control systems, ensuring seamless integration and operation
• Measure and monitor levels, pressures, temperatures, flow, and analytical processes, ensuring accuracy and reliability of data
• Use complex electrical schematics and blueprints to troubleshoot and resolve issues, ensuring systems operate correctly and efficiently

• Experience commissioning industrial processes, including but not limited to: Steam, HVAC, chilled water, fire / toxic services
• Preferred Technical Degree in Electrical/Electronics, Instrumentation, or equivalent experience
• Ability to read and comprehend wiring diagrams, electrical prints & schematics, loop drawings, P&IDs, C&E matrix, and Control Narratives
• Strong skills in troubleshooting motor controls, drives, and electronic components and proficient with Siemens S7 / TIA Portal, V18
• Experience with Ignition and HMI/SCADA software
• NFPA 70E Certification
• Ability to work at high elevations (up to 60ft) and lift at least 50 lbs. regularly, perform repetitive hand and wrist motions, and twist and bend the body

As a Facilities Maintenance Technician, you will be responsible for ensuring the efficient operation and maintenance of industrial facilities equipment. This role involves hands-on work across a wide range of systems, including HVAC, plumbing, electrical and mechanical. You will be expected to perform both preventative and emergency corrective maintenance, diagnose and repair complex systems, and ensure the overall safety and reliability of the facility’s infrastructure. This position offers the opportunity to work in a dynamic environment with diverse responsibilities that keep the facility running smoothly.

• Maintain, operate, diagnose, and repair critical industrial facilities equipment, such as boilers, pumps, chillers, HVAC systems, roof top units (RTUs), large and small rollup doors, air compressors and dryers, cryogenic and chemical systems, ensuring continuous and efficient operation of infrastructure equipment

• Perform thorough preventative and corrective maintenance on various facilities systems to minimize and avoid equipment downtime

• Install, repair, and upgrade infrastructure equipment, including ductwork, piping, and electrical wiring, ensuring all installations meet safety and operational standards

• Conduct regular inspections of mechanical and electrical systems to identify potential issues. Perform necessary repairs to prevent system failures

• Monitor and oversee work performed by self-perform construction and subcontractors, ensuring their work aligns with facility standards and safety protocols

• Support continuous improvement of facility operations by proactively identifying opportunities for enhancing safety, system performance, quality and reliability

• Display positive attitude and practice strong work ethics that reflects the mission, philosophy and goals of Tesla

• A minimum of 10 years of experience in facilities operations and maintenance within an industrial or commercial setting

• Associate’s Degree in Engineering or Technology is a plus. Vocational/Trade Certification and/or relevant military experience are preferred

• Basic proficiency in MS Office Suite specifically Outlook, Excel, Word and PowerPoint

• Ability to read and interpret circuit diagrams, piping, and instrumentation diagrams

• Ability to lift up to 50lbs.

• Demonstrated troubleshooting experience with electrical, Instrument & Controls and/or mechanical facility related systems

• Extensive experience in safety practices and training on OSHA & Emergency Response requirements, fall protection, NFPA 70E and LOTO procedures

• Collaborate with Engineers to develop, test, and validate new manufacturing processes and equipment to ensure efficient production of high-quality products

• Troubleshoot remanufacturing process issues, collect and analyze data, and implement corrective actions to prevent recurrence

• Review data for recent field failures, analyze alerts/ trends to determine failure mode, and define next steps for production line process

• Create and maintain accurate process documentation, including SOPs, work instructions, and process flow diagrams

• Performs hands-on teardowns of special interest batteries, including component-level investigations of Power electronics and perform cell extraction

• Prioritize team projects to focus on solving the top issues impacting production safety, quality, throughput, and cost

• Prior experience working with li-ion and/or high voltage batteries preferred

• Proven record of safety and diligence when working in dangerous environments; comfortable working on compromised HV batteries

• Basic understanding of electrical principles (Ohms law, etc.), electrical circuits (resistors, capacitors, diodes, etc.), and basic battery concepts (state of charge, capacity, etc.)

• Strong proficiency in workplace software (MSWord, Excel, Visio, Access, etc.) and utilizing SQL queries to access the database and pull reports

• Excellent attention to detail, good organization, analytical and troubleshooting skills

• Must have command of the English language, both written and verbal, with the ability to work across cross functional teams

• Specify, design, install, commission and validate intelligent electric furnaces for melting and holding of aluminum alloys, plus associated molten metal transport and metal treatment systems for large scale die casting applications with custom alloying capability
• Diagnoses equipment failures, collect data to identify root causes and develop sustainable solutions
• Develop expert-level training requirements for operator depended equipment and processes
• Design and implement equipment reliability improvement projects
• Maintain metallurgically the chemistry analysis of aluminum within specification and with clear nominal objectives
• Check daily the cleaning processes of the furnaces and the condition of the refractory of melting and holding furnaces
• Work on scheduling annual PM repairs of stack melters and corrective repairs of refractories
• Knowledge of preventive and corrective maintenance of optical spectrometry equipment (Spectro). ICal & type standard calibration
• Control of the liquid aluminum system in melting facilities, rapid response in cases of emergency furnace emptying
• All furnaces are maintained with liquid aluminum regardless of whether there is production (24/7)

• Degree in Mechanical or related Engineering, or with equivalent experience
• Hands on experiences in material or metallurgical is preferred
• 5+ years of experience in areas of aluminum Melting and its alloys
• Outstanding root causing and problem-solving skills
• Experience creating & maintaining a positive atmosphere in a collaborative work team
• Defect analysis and providing solutions to these metallurgical defects in casting
• Knowledge of mechanical testing (Yield, UTS, Elongation, bending angle tests, etc.)
• Knowledge of heat transfer and insulation
• Basic knowledge of heat treatment for casting (T6, T5, T4 etc.) is desirable
• Availability work hour flexibility and/or off-office hour on-call need

• Day to day coverage of production line equipment: respond to alarms, breakdowns, and Production requests quickly and efficiently to minimize downtime
• Diagnoses equipment failures, finds root cause and communicates actions taken to the rest of the team
• Become Journeyman Level on all machines in assigned area and be responsible for preventative maintenance, troubleshooting/repair, cleanliness and escalation of assigned equipment
• Uses manufacturing systems effectively (MES, Spares Inventory, Issue Tracking)
• Work with Process and Equipment engineering and other cross functional groups to resolve maintenance issues, improve equipment reliability, review procedures, and minimize equipment downtime
• Recommends countermeasures to prevent repetitive breakdowns Organizes and maintains a high degree of cleanliness in the maintenance area as well as performing spares inventory audits to ensure accuracy
• Follows all aspects of Maintenance Safety protocol (LOTO, 5-S, Arc Flash, etc.), to ensure that the maintenance team operates safely at all times, always leading by example

• Degree in Industrial/Mechanical/Electrical Technology is preferred 3+ years of experience maintaining industrial equipment and automation or technical military experience in lieu of Degree or equivalent experience
• Strong Allen Bradley PLC experience highly desired Fanuc and or Kuka robot experience a plus
• Areas of specialization may include one or more of the following: electrical/electronics, mechanical/machining or automation/PLC/robotics
• Ability to manage workload while contributing to a positive, team oriented work environment
• Skilled at troubleshooting automation, conveyance and electromechanical systems
• Able to read and interpret basic mechanical drawings and electrical schematics
• Must have command of the English language, both written and verbal

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/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 to install parts
• Stoop, lay, bend, reach, squat, kneel, crouch, twist and crawl for extended periods of time, including up to 12 hours/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, and hearing
Wearing Personal Protective Equipment, including but not limited to: safety glasses, safety shoes, bump caps, arm protection, and adhering to prescribed safety rules and guidelines

• Support Engineering and Manufacturing by setting up and operating welding/joining processes for lab tests and welding experiments, drafting manufacturing instructions, including rework procedures, and ensuring up-to-date qualification schedules
• Train Associates on new or revised manufacturing instructions
• Provide daily coverage of welding processes for smooth operations, responding promptly to out-of-control processes to minimize costs and maximize productivity
• Investigate and implement countermeasures to enhance process Cpk and product yield
• Conduct experiments and analyze data under the guidance of process engineers, including but not limited to Design of Experiments (DOE) and Gauge Repeatability and Reproducibility (GR&R)
• Lead disposition of non-conformance materials produced by the production line, escalating issues to the Production Engineering team as necessary
• Support Lean Manufacturing and 5S initiatives, managing parts and tools inventory, executing repairs and troubleshooting welding problems, and managing workload proactively with a positive attitude to assist co-workers

• Associate’s Degree in Electronic, Metallurgy, Welding or some technical certificate or equivalent experience in a manufacturing/industrial environment
• Knowledge in Fanuc Robot, WTC Weld Controller, Lincoln power source – Power Wave (Desirable)
• Knowledge in Resistance Spot Welding (RSW), GMAW MIG/MAG, Destructive Test (DT), and Nondestructive Test (DT) (Desirable)
• Demonstrates adherence to EHS regulations and standards and leads by example
• Skilled in troubleshooting electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems
• Proven ability to draw accurate conclusions from test data, malfunctions, or deviations, and assist with corrections to the existing process
• Skilled with the use of a variety of hand and portable tools

Physical Requirements

• 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/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 to install parts
• Stoop, lay, bend, reach, squat, kneel, crouch, twist and crawl for extended periods of time, including up to 12 hours/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, and hearing
• Wearing Personal Protective Equipment, including but not limited to: safety glasses, safety shoes, bump caps, arm protection, and adhering to prescribed safety rules and guidelines

• Provide daily coverage of production line processes for smooth operations, responding promptly to out-of-control processes to minimize costs and maximize productivity
• Work closely with process engineers to develop assembly processes and author/train Associates on new or revised manufacturing instructions
• Investigate and implement countermeasures to enhance process Cpk and product yield
• Conduct experiments and analyze data under the guidance of process engineers, including but not limited to Design of Experiments (DOE) and Gauge Repeatability and Reproducibility (GR&R)
• Lead disposition of non-conformance materials produced by the production line, escalating issues to the Production Engineering team as necessary
• Support Lean Manufacturing and 5S initiatives, managing parts and tools inventory, executing repairs and troubleshooting precisely according to instructed processes, and managing workload proactively with a positive attitude to assist co-workers
• Responsible for parts and tools inventory

• Associate’s Degree in Electronics, Mechanical, or equivalent industrial/manufacturing experience
• Demonstrates adherence to EHS regulations and standards and leads by example
• Skilled in troubleshooting electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems
• Proven ability to draw accurate conclusions from test data, malfunctions, or deviations, and assist with corrections to the existing process
• Skilled with the use of a variety of hand and portable tools
• Ability to read and interpret basic mechanical drawings and electrical schematic
• Proven ability to handle multiple priorities with minimal direction contributing to a positive, team-oriented work environment

Physical Requirements

• 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/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 to install parts
• Stoop, lay, bend, reach, squat, kneel, crouch, twist and crawl for extended periods of time, including up to 12 hours/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, and hearing
• Wearing Personal Protective Equipment, including but not limited to: safety glasses, safety shoes, bump caps, arm protection, and adhering to prescribed safety rules and guidelines