About Heline:

Heliene is a fast-paced entrepreneurial company growing rapidly in a highly desirable industry, with a mission to be part of the solution to climate challenges and contribute to a better planet.

Heliene has taken the challenge to help the world reduce its reliance on fossil fuels, by striving to be a leader in renewable energy. We are a manufacturer of high efficiency and high-quality solar modules. Our modules are produced on state-of-the-art solar manufacturing lines in Ontario-Canada, Minnesota-USA, and at manufacturing partners around the world.

Customer First is more than a slogan. It’s the guiding principle of our business, a core value and the cornerstone of our company culture.

Why Join Heliene:

We are looking for talented and motivated people that want to help us shape the solar industry. Under an experienced leadership team, we provide growth opportunities, intellectual challenge and a flexible, collaborative company culture.

Job Description:

Job Title: Manufacturing Maintenance Technician

Position Status: Full-Time | 12-hour Shifts | Shift Rotation 4 on/ 4 off (days/evenings) | Overtime as required

Department: Maintenance

Supervision Received: Maintenance Manager

Location: Mountain Iron

The Manufacturing Maintenance Technicians will provide maintenance and performance support for large production machinery. Tasks will include basic preventative maintenance, breakdown maintenance, and reporting. You will need to determine the severity of damaged machine parts to determine whether major repairs are necessary while maintaining a safe work environment. Under the direction of the Manufacturing Engineering Manager, this position will oversee all physical aspects of production equipment and include various tasks required from other departments to achieve higher quality, productivity, and better safety.

Large Production Machinery Maintenance (70%)

• Implement the preventive maintenance program for production machinery and equipment as directed by the Manager
• Diagnose, repair, or replace faulty electronic components, such as printed circuit boards.
• Diagnose malfunctioning apparatus such as motors and lighting fixtures and replace damaged or broken wires and cables.
• Connect power supply wires to machines and equipment and connect cables and wires between machines and equipment.
• Test malfunctioning machinery and discuss malfunction with other maintenance technicians to diagnose malfunction.
• Replace faulty electrical components of machines such as relays, switches, and motors, and position sensing devices.
• Diagnose and replace faulty mechanical and pneumatic components of machines and equipment.
• Identify and analyze equipment or machinery failures and takes corrective actions
• Ensure the facilities' equipment and machines are maintained properly and working correctly
• Identify the causes of unexpected breakdowns of machines including repairing and troubleshooting pneumatic and electronically controlled systems
• Become proficient within all areas of the production line
• Thoroughly cleans machines and machine parts, removing parts and reinstalling as necessary
• Make necessary modifications and implement test runs
• Complete repair work using machine schematics or equipment manuals as needed
• Test electrical systems to ensure proper installation and operation

Administrative (15%)

• Evaluates jobs in process and on completion to ensure production needs meet safety and work quality expectations
• Provides technical training to management and other team members, as directed by Maintenance Manager
• Prepares reports documenting work performed
• Participate in maintenance meetings
• Records and reports damaged, worn, or broken parts
• Supports the development of internal SOP’s, as well manuals/guides for other departments on equipment

Other Duties as Assigned (10%)

• Perform other duties as assigned by Maintenance Manager or delegate

Minimum Qualifications:

Candidates must be 18 years of age or older with a combination of three years education and experience related to electrical, instrumentation, or mechanical fields.

• Thorough understanding of OSHA and EPA regulations as they pertain to plant operation and maintenance
• Ability to understand and operate the systems and equipment used at the facility
• Ability to perform and analyze various system checks
• Excellent organizational skills
• Ability to prioritize tasks
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to follow instructions from supervisors or senior maintenance workers
• Ability to use hand tools and power tools
• Excellent time management skills
• Ability to read blueprints and schematics
• Extensive knowledge of electrical systems and wiring
• Proficient in the use of test meters and other diagnostic equipment
• Mechanically inclined with great analytical and problem-solving skills
• Ability to work in a fast-paced and stressful environment
• Must have a valid driver's license and reliable transportation
• Must complete record check and drug screening prior to employment
• Must be able to access and navigate all areas of the production facility
• Must be 18 years of age or older

Physical Requirements:

• Must be able to see color to discern color-coded wiring
• Prolonged periods of standing, kneeling, bending, and climbing ladders or scaffolding
• Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds at a time
• Able to bend, stretch, push, pull, and move as needed to reach, clean, and service machinery
• Must be able to traverse property and facility to diagnose building issues and plan repairs or maintenance

Qualified applicants should submit a cover letter and resume to careers@heliene.com.

All applicants must be legally eligible to work in the United States of America.

Heliene is strongly committed to fostering diversity and inclusivity within our organization and is an equal-opportunity employer. Heliene invites and encourages applications from all qualified candidates from equity-deserving groups and all qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status.

Currently, Heliene USA is not accepting applicants that require sponsorship.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $22.50 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Experience level:

• 3 years

Schedule:

• 12 hour shift
• 4x12
• Day shift
• Night shift
• Overtime
• Rotating shift

Work setting:

• In-person

People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply

Education:

• High school or equivalent (Preferred)

Experience:

• Manufacturing maintenance: 3 years (Preferred)
• Mechanical Maintenance: 3 years (Required)
• Electrical: 3 years (Preferred)

Work Location: In person