Automation Maintenance Technician - Distribution Center

Medtronic; Memphis (TN); On-site; USD 59,000 - 89,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, Dental and Vision Insurance

Job summary

Medtronic’s Airways Distribution Center in Memphis, TN seeks a Facilities Automation Maintenance Technician to maintain and repair automated material handling systems and facility equipment. You’ll work onsite, collaborate with Operations and Maintenance teams, and focus on preventive maintenance, reliability, and rapid problem solving.

The role emphasizes scheduled maintenance, troubleshooting, and continuous improvement within a day-shift distribution environment, supporting safe, efficient

Qualifications

• 3+ years of Automation, Manufacturing, Distribution, or Material Handling Equipment Maintenance experience.
• Experience troubleshooting and repairing mechanical and electrical equipment in an industrial, warehouse, manufacturing, or distribution environment.
• Ability to read and interpret technical documentation, including blueprints, wiring diagrams, schematics, and equipment specifications.
• Experience using hand tools, power tools, and diagnostic equipment to perform maintenance and repair activities.

Responsibilities

• Perform scheduled preventive maintenance on automation, conveyance, sortation, and material handling equipment to maximize reliability and minimize unplanned downtime.
• Troubleshoot mechanical, electrical, and control system issues and restore equipment to operational status following equipment failures or unplanned events.
• Inspect, test, repair, and maintain automated systems, machinery, and facility equipment using established maintenance procedures.
• Utilize blueprints, wiring diagrams, layouts, technical drawings, and equipment specifications to diagnose and resolve equipment issues.
• Partner with Operations leadership to schedule and complete maintenance activities during production breaks, shift transitions, and other available operational windows.
• Conduct routine and special inspections to identify corrective and preventive maintenance needs before equipment failures occur.
• Apply reliability-centered maintenance practices and support continuous improvement initiatives aligned with site maintenance strategies.
• Safely use hand tools, power tools, testing equipment, and diagnostic instruments while performing maintenance activities.

Skills

Automation

Troubleshooting

Reading blueprints

Electrical

Tools

CMMS

Exotec

Sparck

Multimeter

Job description

Medtronic’s Airways Distribution Center in Memphis, TN seeks a Facilities Automation Maintenance Technician to maintain and repair automated material handling systems and facility equipment. You’ll work onsite, collaborate with Operations and Maintenance teams, and focus on preventive maintenance, reliability, and rapid problem solving.

The role emphasizes scheduled maintenance, troubleshooting, and continuous improvement within a day-shift distribution environment, supporting safe, efficient