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Automated Controls Technician

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Job Description:

3M Health Care is now Solventum

Solventum is seeking Automated Controls Technician candidates to join our team in Brookings SD!

At Solventum, we enable better, smarter, safer healthcare to improve lives. As a new company with a long legacy of creating breakthrough solutions for our customers’ toughest challenges, we pioneer game-changing innovations at the intersection of health, material and data science that change patients' lives for the better while enabling healthcare professionals to perform at their best. Because people, and their wellbeing, are at the heart of every scientific advancement we pursue.

We partner closely with the brightest minds in healthcare to ensure that every solution we create melds the latest technology with compassion and empathy. Because at Solventum, we never stop solving for you.

The Impact You’ll Make in this Role

As an Automated Controls Technician, you will have the opportunity to tap into your curiosity and collaborate with some of the most innovative and diverse people around the world. Here, you will make an impact by:

Performing routine preventive and corrective maintenance on equipment including, but not limited to: AC/DC drives and motors, programmable logic controllers, process controllers, stepper & servo motors and controllers, fire protection equipment, hydraulic and pneumatic devices, and plant support equipment
Reading and interpreting blueprints, electrical schematics, sketches, vendor drawings and manuals in the performance of this job
Working with engineering and production personnel during the troubleshooting, modification, fabrication and repair of plant equipment, utilities, and processes
Providing technical recommendations regarding improvement and optimization of plant equipment, utilities, and processes.
Possessing the ability to clearly speak, understand, and write in English to communicate effectively in both verbal and written contexts.

Your Skills and Expertise

To set you up for success in this role from day one, Solventum requires (at a minimum) the following qualifications:

Possess, or in the last six (6) months of pursing, a two (2) year associate degree in Mechatronics Technology, Automation Controls/SCADA or Robotics

Possess a High School Diploma/GED (completed prior to start) and two (2) years of experience in Electro-Mechanics, Mechatronics Technology, Automation Controls/SCADA or Robotics

Additional qualifications that could help you succeed even further in this role include:

Five (5) 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

Work location: Onsite - 601 22nd Ave S, Brookings, SD 57006

Travel: No Travel

Relocation Assistance: Not authorized

Must be legally authorized to work in country of employment without sponsorship for employment visa status (e.g., H1B status).

Supporting Your Well-being

Solventum offers many programs to help you live your best life – both physically and financially. To ensure competitive pay and benefits, Solventum regularly benchmarks with other companies that are comparable in size and scope

Applicable to US Applicants Only:The starting rate of pay for this position is $33.96, with the potential to reach $33.96 . This range represents a good faith estimate for this position. The specific compensation offered to a candidate may vary based on factors including, but not limited to, the candidate’s relevant knowledge, training, skills, work location, and/or experience. In addition, this position may be eligible for a range of benefits (e.g., Medical, Dental & Vision, Health Savings Accounts, Health Care & Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts, Disability Benefits, Life Insurance, Voluntary Benefits, Paid Absences and Retirement Benefits, etc.). Additional information is available at:

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What You Should Know About Automated Controls Technician, Solventum

Welcome to the exciting opportunity to become an Automated Controls Technician at Solventum in beautiful Brookings, SD! Here at Solventum, a spin-off from 3M Healthcare, we're dedicated to enabling better, smarter, and safer healthcare solutions that truly improve lives. As part of our innovative team, you won't just maintain machines; you'll be at the heart of our mission to advance healthcare technology through collaboration with some of the brightest minds in the industry. Your role will involve performing preventive and corrective maintenance on essential equipment like AC/DC drives, motors, programmable logic controllers, and more. You’ll get your hands dirty reading blueprints and schematics, and working closely with engineers to troubleshoot and optimize production processes. We're looking for someone who not only has a solid technical background—whether that's a two-year associate degree in Mechatronics or a high school diploma with relevant experience—but who also communicates effectively in English. If you’re ready to make a meaningful impact and grow in an engaging environment, this position offers competitive pay starting at $33.96 per hour and numerous benefits that support both your physical and financial well-being. Come join us as we revolutionize healthcare technology at Solventum!

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What are the responsibilities of an Automated Controls Technician at Solventum?

As an Automated Controls Technician at Solventum, your responsibilities will include performing routine preventive and corrective maintenance on a range of equipment such as AC/DC drives, motors, and programmable logic controllers. You'll read and interpret blueprints and schematics, collaborate with engineering teams during troubleshooting, and provide recommendations for optimizing our plant equipment and processes, ensuring that we keep our commitment to innovation in healthcare.