Automation Technician

Swanson Health

Automation Technician ensuring smooth operation of automated equipment in Fargo, North Dakota facilities. Responsible for preventative maintenance, troubleshooting, and repairs of various automated machinery.

Posted 6/25/2026full-timeFargo • North Dakota • 🇺🇸 United StatesMid-LevelSeniorWebsite

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Ensure automated equipment runs smoothly and efficiently
Perform preventative maintenance and repairs on automated encapsulation, packaging, picking, storage and retrieval equipment
Perform precision mechanical, electrical, and pneumatic troubleshooting and repairs on automated equipment
Inspect and identify problems with automated equipment and determine the best way to resolve issues
Provide emergency/unscheduled repairs on various equipment during production hours
Log all spare parts usage on work orders
Maintain a positive and professional working relationship with peers, management, and support resources

Requirements

What you’ll need

Strong mechanical aptitude with the ability to troubleshoot and repair automated equipment
Experience in preventative maintenance and repair of industrial machinery is preferred
Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail.

Benefits

Comp & perks

Competitive Benefits
Onsite Fitness Center
Clean & Climate Controlled Facility
Competitive benefits package for full-time employees
Nifty rewards for all employees through our Wellness Program

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Hard Skills & Tools

automated equipment maintenancepreventative maintenancemechanical troubleshootingelectrical troubleshootingpneumatic troubleshootingrepairs on industrial machineryprecision repairsspare parts management

Soft Skills

problem-solvingattention to detailprofessional relationship management