Automation Technician

Actalent

Full-time other-general
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Location
Chaska, MN, United States
Posted
July 20, 2026

Job Description

Job Title: Automation Maintenance TechnicianJob Description
The Automation Maintenance Technician plays a critical role by maintaining, troubleshooting, repairing, and optimizing high-volume automated manufacturing equipment used in reagent production. This role provides hands-on electrical, mechanical, and controls expertise to ensure reliable equipment performance, minimize downtime, and drive continuous improvement. Working closely with engineers, technicians, and external suppliers, the technician helps deliver exceptional equipment reliability, performance, and compliance within an FDA-regulated manufacturing environment.
Responsibilities

+ Diagnose, troubleshoot, and repair highly automated production equipment to restore operation and minimize downtime.

+ Perform root cause analysis and repair electrical, mechanical, pneumatic, hydraulic, PLC/HMI, motion control, robotics, and vision system issues to ensure stable automation.

+ Identify and resol...