Manufacturing Technician III- 3rd Shift

Medtronic; Brooklyn Center (MN); On-site; USD 59,000 - 89,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, Dental and Vision Insurance

401(k) with match

HSA

Tuition assistance

Paid time off

Employee Stock Purchase Plan

Short-term incentive (OIP)

Job summary

Medtronic is seeking a Manufacturing Technician III to support reliability and performance of RPD battery manufacturing equipment. You will troubleshoot, maintain, and improve line equipment, including RSWs, LSWs, automation, and vision systems, collaborating with Engineering and Operations.

We value candidates with 3+ years of technical experience, experience with Omron robotics, PLCs, and vision interfaces, and a passion for reducing downtime and scrap in a high-volume environment.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of relevant technical experience in manufacturing or related field.
• Experience with automated equipment and troubleshooting hardware/software.
• Familiarity with Omron robotics and Omron troubleshooting.
• Lean Six Sigma Yellow/Green Belt a plus.
• Strong troubleshooting, documentation, and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Install, maintain, and repair line manufacturing equipment.
• Diagnose failures, replace components, and perform basic troubleshooting.
• Maintain maintenance logs and use standard tools for diagnostics.
• Assist engineers with technical solutions for device performance.
• Support downtime reduction and continuous improvement initiatives.

Skills

Troubleshooting

Documentation

Maintenance planning

Electrical/Controls

Robotics troubleshooting

Tools

Omron robots

Allen-Bradley PLCs

Vision systems

COG/vision tool interfaces

Job description

We anticipate the application window for this opening will close on - 28 Aug 2026Careers that change lives start here. Medtronic is a global leader in healthcare technology with a Mission to alleviate pain, restore health, and extend life. Our 95,000 employees work across more than 150 countries to put patients first — developing innovative medical technologies that improve the lives of 72+ million patients each year. Your unique talents will help shape the future of healthcare while building a career grounded in purpose, growth, and impact.A Day in the LifeThis Manufacturing Technician III will support the reliability and performance of RPD battery manufacturing equipment through troubleshooting, maintenance, and continuous improvement activities. Responsibilities include diagnosing and resolving mechanical, electrical, controls, automation, and process issues on equipment such as Resistance Spot Welders (RSW), Laser Spot Welders (LSW), automated assembly systems, Omron and Fanuc robots integrated with Allen-Bradley PLCs, and Keyence and Cognex vision systems. The role also supports qualification and troubleshooting of manufacturing tooling, fixtures, nests, and component holding devices used throughout production. By responding to downtime events, executing preventive and corrective maintenance, and partnering with Engineering and Operations teams, the technician helps reduce downtime and scrap, improve equipment uptime, and drive sustainable reliability improvements across the manufacturing operation.At Medtronic we bring bold ideas forward with seed and decisiveness to put patients first in everything we do. In-person exchanges are invaluable to our work. We're working a minimum of 5 days a week onsite as part of our commitment to fostering a culture of professional growth and cross functional collaboration as we work together to engineer the extraordinary.Primary Responsibilities:Performs installation, maintenance, and repairs on line manufacturing or plant equipment.Locates and diagnoses failures, replaces defective components, and performs basic troubleshooting using standard electronic equipment, detailed drawings, diagrams, sketches, specifications, prints, manuals, and verbal and/or written instructions.Maintains appropriate maintenance and repair logs.Uses a variety of hand, power, and test tools and equipment.May redesign optical, vacuum, electrical, electronic, or mechanical systems for incorporation on existing manufacturing equipment.May estimate labor and equipment costs and prepare requisitions as required.Assisting engineers with developing technical solutions related to the operation and performance of devices and systems.Required Qualifications:To be considered for this role, please ensure the minimum requirements are evident in your applicant profile.Requires 3+ years of relevant technical experience, which may include a combination of practical experience and applicable training, education, or certification.Requires full job knowledge of production-related systems and procedures obtained through prior work experience or education.No Minimum education requirementPreferred Qualifications:Experience working with automated equipment, including troubleshooting both hardware and software issuesFamiliarity with Omron robots and Omron troubleshootingExperience with vision systems and related system interfacesExposure to system use tools such as COG and vision system applicationsExperience using a maintenance management system, including documentation and recordkeepingPLC training or foundational knowledge of PLC systemsLean Six Sigma Yellow Belt or Green Belt certificationStrong troubleshooting, documentation, and problem-solving skills in a manufacturing or technical environmentFor Baccalaureate degrees earned outside of the United States, a degree that satisfies the requirements of 8 C.F.R. § 214.2(h)(4)(iii)(A) is required.Physical Job RequirementsThe above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees assigned to this position, but they are not an exhaustive list of all the required responsibilities and skills of this position.The physical demands described within the Responsibilities section of this job description are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. For Office Roles: While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to be independently mobile. The employee is also required to interact with a computer, and communicate with peers and co-workers. Contact your manager or local HR to understand the Work Conditions and Physical requirements that may be specific to each role.U.S. Work Authorization & SponsorshipAt Medtronic, we are committed to fostering an environment where employees can thrive and make a meaningful impact. In alignment with our enterprise-wide workforce planning approach, U.S. work authorization sponsorship (H-1B, TN, J, etc.) is offered exclusively for Principal-level roles and above, where specialized expertise aligns with long-term business needs. Roles below the Principal level require candidates to possess unrestricted U.S. work authorization at the time of hire and for the duration of employment. Recruitment Fraud AlertWe are aware of phishing scams targeting job seekers. Please keep the following in mind:Apply only through official Medtronic channels. All legitimate Medtronic recruiting communications come from approved Medtronic platforms and official @medtronic.com email addresses.Medtronic will never ask for payment or sensitive personal information (such as bank account or Social Security details) during early stages of the hiring process. Any such requests are not legitimate.If you receive a suspicious message claiming to be from Medtronic, do not respond, click links, or open attachments.If you have any questions, concerns regarding the authenticity of a communication alleged to have been made by or on behalf of Medtronic, please contact us immediately at [e-mail] . Benefits & CompensationMedtronic offers a competitive Salary and flexible Benefits PackageA commitment to our employees lives at the core of our values. We recognize their contributions. They share in the success they help to create. We offer a wide range of benefits, resources, and competitive compensation plans designed to support you at every career and life stage.Salary ranges for U.S (excl. PR) locations (USD):$59,200.00 - $88,800.00This position is eligible for a short-term incentive called the Operations Incentive Plan (OIP).The base salary range is applicable across the United States, excluding Puerto Rico and specific locations in California. The offered rate complies with federal and local regulations and may vary based on factors such as experience, certification/education, market conditions, and location. Compensation and benefits information pertains solely to candidates hired within the United States (local market compensation and benefits will apply for others).The following benefits and additional compensation are available to those regular employees who work 20+ hours per week: Health, Dental and vision insurance , Health Savings Account , Healthcare Flexible Spending Account , Life insurance, Long-term disability leave , Dependent daycare spending account , Tuition assistance/reimbursement , and Simple Steps (global well-being program).The following benefits and additional compensation are available to all regular employees: Incentive plans, 401(k) plan plus employer contribution and match , Short-term disability , Paid time off , Paid holidays , Employee Stock Purchase Plan , Employee Assistance Program , Non-qualified Retirement Plan Supplement (subject to IRS earning minimums) , and Capital Accumulation Plan (available to Vice Presidents and above, or subject to IRS earning minimums).Regular employees are those who are not temporary, such as interns. Temporary employees are eligible for paid sick time, as required under applicable state law, and the Employee Stock Purchase Plan. Please note some of the above benefits may not apply to workers in Puerto Rico.Further details are available at the link below:Medtronic benefits and compensation plansIt is the policy of Medtronic to provide equal employment opportunity (EEO) to all persons regardless of age, color, national origin, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, race, religion, creed, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, genetic information, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. In addition, Medtronic will provide reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities.If you are applying to perform work for Medtronic, Inc. 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