Automation & Controls Technician – Day Shift

Morris & Dickson; Shreveport (LA); On-site; USD 36,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance

HRA, HSA, and FSA reimbursement

Life Insurance

Short & Long-term Disability Insurance

Paid Time Off

Paid Holidays

Fitness Program Reimbursement

Employee Assistance Program

401K Savings Plan with a company match

Job summary

Morris & Dickson is seeking an Automation & Controls Technician to support warehouse automation systems and Coldtainer temperature-controlled equipment in our distribution operations. You will maintain, troubleshoot, and repair automated equipment to minimize downtime and protect product integrity in a pharmaceutical distribution environment.

Responsibilities include inspections, diagnostics, component replacements, system upgrades, and maintaining logs.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Experience maintaining automated systems, industrial equipment, refrigeration systems, or electrical equipment.
• Ability to read technical schematics and equipment manuals.
• Strong troubleshooting and diagnostic skills.
• Experience using electrical diagnostic tools such as multimeters.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.

Responsibilities

• Inspect and maintain conveyors, robotics, and sortation systems.
• Diagnose mechanical, electrical, and control issues using schematics.
• Repair or replace components to keep systems performing.
• Support system upgrades with engineering teams.
• Maintain maintenance logs and equipment history.
• Inspect and maintain Coldtainer temperature-controlled units.
• Troubleshoot electrical components and charging systems.
• Coordinate vendor repairs and ensure uptime.

Skills

Troubleshooting

Technical schematics

Communication skills

Teamwork

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Technical certification in automation/electrical

Tools

PLCs

Sensors

Actuators

Automation controls

Job description

About Us

Morris & Dickson Co. is a leading pharmaceutical distribution company with a longstanding commitment to excellence in service and reliability. With more than 180 years of service, we combine the stability of a legacy business with the energy of a rapidly growing organization. As we continue to grow, we remain committed to fostering a culture of excellence that puts customers first and empowers our people to deliver impact every day.

About The Role

Morris & Dickson is seeking an Automation & Controls Technician to support both our warehouse automation systems and Coldtainer temperature-controlled equipment used in our distribution operations.

This role focuses on maintaining, troubleshooting, and repairing automated warehouse systems and temperature-controlled equipment to ensure smooth operations, minimize downtime, and protect product integrity in our pharmaceutical distribution environment.

What You'll Do

Automation & Warehouse Systems

• Perform routine inspections and preventive maintenance on conveyors, robotics, sortation systems, and other automated equipment
• Diagnose and troubleshoot mechanical, electrical, and control system issues using schematics and diagnostic tools
• Repair or replace components to ensure optimal system performance
• Support system upgrades and improvements in collaboration with engineering and technology teams
• Maintain accurate maintenance logs and equipment history

Cold Chain Equipment (Coldtainer Units)

• Inspect and maintain Coldtainer temperature-controlled units used in the distribution center and delivery vehicles
• Troubleshoot electrical components, sensors, switches, and charging systems
• Use diagnostic tools such as multimeters to identify and resolve equipment issues
• Coordinate vendor repairs when needed and ensure equipment remains operational

Safety & Compliance

• Follow all safety protocols including lockout/tagout procedures and PPE requirements
• Ensure all maintenance work meets safety, operational, and quality standards

What Success Looks Like

• You keep our automation systems running reliably, quickly diagnosing and repairing issues to minimize downtime and keep operations moving.
• You take a proactive approach to maintenance, spotting potential problems early and helping improve equipment performance and reliability.
• You work safely and collaboratively, partnering with operations and engineering teams while following safety standards and best practices.

What You'll Need To Succeed

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Experience maintaining automated systems, industrial equipment, refrigeration systems, or electrical equipment
• Ability to read technical schematics and equipment manuals
• Strong troubleshooting and diagnostic skills
• Experience using electrical diagnostic tools such as multimeters
• Strong communication and teamwork skills

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with PLCs, sensors, actuators, or automation controls
• Technical certification or vocational training in automation, electrical systems, HVAC, refrigeration, or mechanical systems

Schedule

• 1st Shift (M-F daytime hours, 7am-5pm)

Comprehensive Benefits

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• HRA, HSA, and FSA reimbursement accounts
• Basic & Voluntary Life Insurance
• Short & Long-term Disability Insurance
• Paid Time Off
• Paid Holidays
• Fitness Program Reimbursement
• Employee Assistance Program
• 401K Savings Plan with a company match

Why Join Us

At M&D, you’ll be part of a mission that matters. We take pride in our history, but we’re building for the future, and that means investing in people who care about doing meaningful work with a strong, stable company. You’ll find growth opportunities, teammates who have your back, and leaders who support your development. When you bring your best, we make a bigger difference, together.

The Pay Range For This Role Is

26 - 30 USD per hour(2 - Distribution Center)