Senior Automation Technician – Life Sciences Manufacturing

Radiometer; Chaska (MN); On-site; USD 52,000 - 59,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Medical/dental/vision insurance

401(k)

Job summary

Beckman Coulter Diagnostics in Chaska, MN, is seeking a Senior Automation Maintenance Technician to maintain and optimize high‑volume automated manufacturing equipment for reagent production at the on-site facility.

The role involves diagnosing and repairing electrical, mechanical, pneumatic, hydraulic, robotics, and vision systems; performing root-cause analysis; and assisting with installation, commissioning, and qualification in an FDA‑regulated environment.

Qualifications

• Associate degree in Electrical, Mechanical, Mechatronics, or related field plus 6+ years in automated manufacturing equipment.
• Experience across electrical, mechanical, pneumatic, hydraulic, robotics, vision systems, and PLC/HMI platforms (Rockwell).
• Demonstrated problem-solving skills in fast-paced production environments and flexibility for off-shift/on-call work.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose and repair highly automated production equipment (electrical, mechanical, PLC/HMI, robotics, vision, motion control) to minimize downtime and restore operations.
• Perform root cause analysis of automation, process, and material issues; implement corrective actions to improve reliability.
• Support installation, commissioning, and qualification of new/upgraded equipment; maintain documentation and cross-functional collaboration.

Skills

Electrical

Mechanical

Pneumatic

Hydraulic

Robotics

Vision systems

PLC/HMI (Rockwell)

Education

Associate degree in Electrical/Mechanical/Mechatronics

Tools

Rockwell

Job description

Beckman Coulter Diagnostics in Chaska, MN, is seeking a Senior Automation Maintenance Technician to maintain and optimize high‑volume automated manufacturing equipment for reagent production at the on-site facility.

The role involves diagnosing and repairing electrical, mechanical, pneumatic, hydraulic, robotics, and vision systems; performing root-cause analysis; and assisting with installation, commissioning, and qualification in an FDA‑regulated environment.