Automated Controls Technician

SOLVENTUM•Brookings, SD

2d•Onsite

About The Position

Solventum is hiring an Automated Controls Technician to support production operations, maintain quality standards, and contribute to a safe and efficient plant environment at its Brookings, South Dakota production facility. This onsite role is part of Manufacturing Operations, where plant teams support consistent, high-quality production of medical and dental products. The position follows a two-week rotating shift schedule: Week 1 is Monday and Tuesday, 7 a.m.–7 p.m.; Wednesday and Thursday off; and Friday through Sunday, 7 p.m.–7 a.m. Week 2 is Monday and Tuesday off; Wednesday and Thursday, 7 a.m.–7 p.m.; and Friday through Sunday off. Starting pay is $36.13 per hour. Travel is not required, and relocation assistance is not authorized.

Requirements

Possess, or be in the final six months of pursuing, a two-year associate degree in Mechatronics Technology, Automation Controls/SCADA, or Robotics; alternatively, possess a high school diploma or GED completed before starting and have two years of experience in Electro-Mechanics, Mechatronics Technology, Automation Controls/SCADA, or Robotics.
Be legally authorized to work in the country of employment without sponsorship for employment visa status.
Be able to clearly speak, understand, and write English.

Nice To Haves

Five years of experience in Electro-Mechanics, Mechatronics Technology, Automation Controls/SCADA, or Robotics.
PLC programming experience.
Industrial motor drive controls troubleshooting experience.
Experience working with electrical equipment.
Industrial maintenance experience.
Experience troubleshooting and problem-solving in a manufacturing environment.

Responsibilities

Perform routine preventive and corrective maintenance on equipment, including AC/DC drives and motors, programmable logic controllers, process controllers, stepper and servo motors and controllers, fire protection equipment, hydraulic and pneumatic devices, and plant support equipment.
Read and interpret blueprints, electrical schematics, sketches, vendor drawings, and manuals while performing job duties.
Work with engineering and production personnel to troubleshoot, modify, fabricate, and repair plant equipment, utilities, and processes.
Provide technical recommendations to improve and optimize plant equipment, utilities, and processes.
Communicate effectively in spoken and written English.
Comply with corporate policies, procedures, and security standards while performing assigned duties.