Automation Maintenance Tech (Aerospace Manufacturing)

Consolidated Precision Products Corp

BLOOMINGTON (MN)

On-site

USD 75,000 - 87,000

Full time

6 days ago
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Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus
Educational assistance and paid培训
401(k) with company match
Paid time off and holidays

Job summary

Consolidated Precision Products Corp (CPP) is launching a state-of-the-art aerospace manufacturing facility in Mendota Heights and seeks an Automation Maintenance Technician to help build it from day one.

You will keep advanced manufacturing systems running safely and reliably, troubleshoot PLCs and VFDs, and contribute to preventive maintenance, CMMS documentation, and spare-parts strategy as we start this new operation.

Qualifications

  • Associate degree in Mechatronics, Automation, Electrical Technology, Electronics, Millwright, or Instrumentation & Controls (or equivalent hands-on experience).
  • 3+ years of maintenance experience in a manufacturing environment.
  • Experience troubleshooting PLCs and VFDs (especially Allen-Bradley systems).
  • Strong electrical and mechanical diagnostic skills.
  • Comfort working with Excel, Word, and Outlook.
  • A proactive mindset and desire to help shape maintenance systems in a new facility.

Responsibilities

  • Support a safe, high-performance workplace by following safety and environmental standards.
  • Troubleshoot electrical, mechanical, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems across automated equipment.
  • Perform preventive and predictive maintenance to minimize downtime and maximize uptime.
  • Document maintenance activity within our CMMS system.
  • Help establish and maintain a critical spare-parts inventory strategy.
  • Support startup activities, equipment commissioning, and continuous improvement initiatives.
  • Expand your skills through ongoing training, certifications, and exposure to advanced automation technologies.

Skills

PLC troubleshooting
VFD troubleshooting
Electrical & mechanical diagnostics
Excel/Office

Education

Associate degree in Mechatronics, Automation, Electrical Technology, Electronics, Millwright, or Instrumentation & Controls

Tools

Allen-Bradley

Job description

Help Launch the Future of Aerospace Manufacturing in Mendota Heights! $7000 sign on bonus

Consolidated Precision Products (CPP) is opening a state-of-the-art aerospace manufacturing facility in Mendota Heights—and we’re looking for an Automation Maintenance Technician who wants to be part of something from day one.

This isn’t just another maintenance role. It’s a rare opportunity to help shape how maintenance systems, standards, and reliability programs are built in a brand-new, high-tech plant. If you enjoy solving complex automation challenges and working with advanced equipment, this is your moment.

Who We Are

CPP is a 100+ year aerospace manufacturing leader trusted by commercial, regional, corporate, and military aircraft manufacturers worldwide. We produce precision aluminum and magnesium components that support critical flight systems—and we’re investing in the next generation of manufacturing right here in Mendota Heights.

Innovation is part of our history. This new facility is part of our future—and you can help build it.

What You’ll Do

As an Automation Maintenance Technician, you’ll play a critical role in keeping our advanced manufacturing systems running safely, efficiently, and reliably from the very start.

In This Role, You Will
  • Support a safe, high-performance workplace by following safety and environmental standards
  • Troubleshoot electrical, mechanical, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems across automated equipment
  • Perform preventive and predictive maintenance to minimize downtime and maximize uptime
  • Document maintenance activity within our CMMS system
  • Help establish and maintain a critical spare-parts inventory strategy
  • Support startup activities, equipment commissioning, and continuous improvement initiatives
  • Expand your skills through ongoing training, certifications, and exposure to advanced automation technologies
What Makes You a Strong Fit

We’re looking for technicians who are curious, collaborative, and energized by modern automation environments.

Preferred Qualifications
  • Associate degree in Mechatronics, Automation, Electrical Technology, Electronics, Millwright, or Instrumentation & Controls (or equivalent hands-on experience)
  • 3+ years of maintenance experience in a manufacturing environment
  • Experience troubleshooting PLCs and VFDs (especially Allen-Bradley systems)
  • Strong electrical and mechanical diagnostic skills
  • Comfort working with Excel, Word, and Outlook
  • A proactive mindset and desire to help shape maintenance systems in a new facility
What We Offer

Hourly Pay: $36.00 – $42.00 (DOE)

Bonus: Up to 5% quarterly bonus potential

  • Educational assistance and paid training
  • 401(k) with company match
  • Paid time off and holidays

Consolidated Precision Products (CPP) is an industry-leading manufacturer of highly engineered components and sub-assemblies, supplying the commercial aerospace, military and industrial markets with small-to-large “function critical” products. CPP provides its customers with a “total solution” source, taking them from concept to finished product with one of the broadest and most diverse product offerings in the industry. More information about our company can be found at: http://www.cppcorp.com/.

Sponsorship is not available for this role. Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the US on a permanent and consistent basis without company sponsorship now and in the future.

This position requires use of information or access to hardware which is subject to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR). All applicants must be U.S. persons within the meaning of ITAR. ITAR defines a U.S. person as a U.S. Citizen, U.S. Permanent Resident (i.e. 'Green Card Holder'), Political Asylee, or Refugee.

CPP Corporation is an Equal Opportunity Employer that recruits, hires, trains, and promotes employees in all job classifications without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, national origin, disability, veteran's status, or other legally protected status.

This is a non-management position

This is a full time position

Pay Range: 36-42

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