Evening Automation Maintenance Tech — PLC & Packaging Excellence

Red River Commodities, Inc.

Northern (KY)

On-site

USD 41,000 - 55,000

Full time

14 days+

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Paid time off

Paid Holidays

401k & company match

Profit Sharing

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

Red River Commodities, Inc. seeks an Automation Maintenance Technician for evening shifts at our Horace, ND facility. You will support operation, maintenance, and optimization of automated packaging equipment to ensure uptime, efficiency, and product quality in a high-volume plant.

The role requires advanced troubleshooting across electrical, mechanical, and PLC-controlled systems. You will work with operations, maintenance, and engineering teams to improve reliability and performance, including

Qualifications

Technical degree in Industrial Maintenance, Mechatronics, Electrical Technology, or related field preferred.
3–7+ years of maintenance experience in automated manufacturing or packaging environments.
Experience supporting high-speed packaging or CPG manufacturing operations preferred.
Familiarity with PLC systems (Allen-Bradley or similar).
Strong knowledge of automation systems, controls and mechanical equipment.
Ability to troubleshoot electrical, PLC, and mechanical systems.
Ability to read electrical schematics and technical documentation.
Strong problem-solving and cross-functional collaboration skills.
Willingness to work off-shift, weekend, or overtime as needed.

Responsibilities

Perform preventive and predictive maintenance on automated packaging equipment, including fillers, conveyors, robotics, and palletizing systems.
Troubleshoot and diagnose electrical, mechanical, and controls-related issues to minimize downtime.
Repair or replace faulty components to restore equipment functionality and performance.
Maintain and calibrate equipment to ensure operation within established performance parameters (centerline conditions).
Troubleshoot PLC-controlled systems, sensors, HMIs, and automation components.
Assist in commissioning and startup of new automated equipment.
Partner with engineering and external vendors on system upgrades and enhancements.
Monitor equipment performance and identify opportunities to improve throughput, efficiency, and reliability.
Make real-time adjustments to optimize production performance and reduce downtime.
Analyze equipment data and trends to proactively address issues.
Ensure equipment operates in compliance with safety standards and company policies.
Monitor equipment performance to maintain product quality standards.