Automation Technician

Röchling Medical • Rochester, MN

1d • Onsite

About The Position

At Röchling Medical, we're united by a shared purpose: improving lives through innovation in health. As a trusted partner to leading pharmaceutical, biotech, and medical device companies around the world, we develop customized products and solutions that help advance patient care and save lives. Your role Job Summary: Automation technicians repair and maintain the computer-controlled systems and robotic devices used within industrial facilities to reduce human intervention and maximize efficiency. Their duties require knowledge of basic electric, electronics, mechanics and computers, PLC & HMI. Automation technicians perform routine diagnostic checks on automated systems, monitor automated systems, isolate problems and perform repairs. At Röchling Medical, we're united by a shared purpose: improving lives through innovation in health. As a trusted partner to leading pharmaceutical, biotech, and medical device companies around the world, we develop customized products and solutions that help advance patient care and save lives. With over 1,300 team members across six locations in Europe, North America, and Asia, we bring together a diverse range of expertise in plastics and metalworking to support critical applications in pharmaceuticals, diagnostics, and medical technology. What drives us? A deep passion for health – and a belief that meaningful work happens when everyone’s contribution matters. Joining our team means shaping the future of healthcare with purpose, collaboration, and a commitment to making a difference.

Requirements

• PLC logic troubleshooting
• HMI logic troubleshooting
• Basic Microsoft Office Skills
• Robot Programming
• Understanding of Injection Molding Machines
• Able to work with multiple departments.
• Able to multitask.
• Strong mechanical & electrical skills
• Able to understand/ read Schematic & Mechanical drawing.
• Associates/Trade School or equivalent work experience
• Must be able to lift up to 15 pounds at times.
• Able to stand for periods of time and climb short ladder.
• 20/20 vision to monitor automation processes and make fine adjustments.
• Manufacturing environment requiring appropriate eye protection and other PPE clothing / shoes.
• Gowning and sanitation for manufacturing in a clean room.

Nice To Haves

• Relevant Training & certification preferred.
• CAD experience beneficial

Responsibilities

• Perform automation demand maintenance.
• Trouble shoot equipment issues electrical, mechanical & controls.
• Answer technical question for production.
• Monitor Preventative Maintenance schedule in ALS.
• Perform PM’s and record data into ALS.
• Adjust sensors on automation equipment and molds.
• Program Star Automation, Yushin & Arburg mold picking robots.
• Source and place requisitions for spare parts
• Resolve part quality issues that are caused by automation.
• Provide support / data gather for quality validations.
• Participate in concepts for process improvement.
• Mechanical & Electrical builds of automation equipment.
• Provide courteous, reliable service to others in the company.

Benefits

• Health Management: Your health and well-being are important to us. Take advantage of our diverse health offerings, such as the health clinic.
• Training and Development: Our focus is on the continuous growth of our team members. We want to ensure that everyone can reach their full potential, which is why we offer tailored training programs for various roles. This helps you achieve peak performance and boosts your professional success!
• Food: Our sites offer vending machines with a variety of snacks and food options for you to enjoy - perfect for added flexibility during shift work, ensuring convenient access to refreshments at any time.
• Flexibility: Flexibility leads to efficiency – that’s what we believe. That's why mobile work is possible.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree