Hands-on Maintenance Engineer—PLC/Automation (Day Shift)

gpac; Saint Paul (MN); On-site; USD 47,000 - 56,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare coverage

Paid time off

Retirement contributions

Birthday off

Job summary

Northwest Minneapolis area is seeking a Maintenance Engineer to join a leading food processing equipment company. The role involves hands-on troubleshooting for testing, product development, and process optimization.

You’ll work with PLC‑controlled equipment, automation systems, and equipment setup in a modern lab and plant environment. Expect a Monday–Friday day shift with limited overtime, mentorship, and opportunities to deepen process and equipment expertise while contributing to customer

Qualifications

• 3+ years of maintenance experience in food, beverage, or industrial manufacturing.
• Experience troubleshooting mechanical and electrical systems.
• Familiarity with PLCs, automation systems, and industrial controls.
• Ability to read electrical schematics and mechanical layouts.
• Strong troubleshooting and problem‑solving ability.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Effective communication and customer‑focused mindset.
• Associate degree in Maintenance Technology, Engineering Technology, or related field preferred.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot and repair mechanical, electrical, and automation‑related equipment issues.
• Perform preventative maintenance and support equipment reliability.
• Assist with equipment setup and changeovers.
• Support customer trials and product testing activities.
• Read and interpret electrical schematics, mechanical drawings, and technical documentation.
• Work with PLC‑controlled equipment and automated processing systems.
• Follow established SOPs and ensure equipment is properly configured for testing and operational activities.
• Identify opportunities to improve equipment reliability and process performance.
• Collaborate with engineering, operations, and technical teams.

Skills

Troubleshooting

Mechanical systems

Electrical systems

PLC familiarity

Automation systems

Equipment setup

SOP adherence

Team collaboration

Education

Associate degree in Maintenance Technology, Engineering Technology, or related

Tools

PLC

Job description

Northwest Minneapolis area is seeking a Maintenance Engineer to join a leading food processing equipment company. The role involves hands-on troubleshooting for testing, product development, and process optimization.

You’ll work with PLC‑controlled equipment, automation systems, and equipment setup in a modern lab and plant environment. Expect a Monday–Friday day shift with limited overtime, mentorship, and opportunities to deepen process and equipment expertise while contributing to customer