Automation Maintenance Technician - Evening Shifts
Red River Commodities · Horace, North Dakota, United States
FULL TIME
Job Description
Red River Commodities is a leading processor of sunflower seeds and specialty grains, specializing in high-quality, nutritious food products. We pride ourselves on our sustainable practices, innovation, and commitment to delivering superior products to our customers. Our team shares core values focused on quality, innovation, responsibility, and community. Wage: $30 - $40 per hour (+$2 shift differential 6pm-6am)
Learn more about the general tasks related to this opportunity below, as well as required skills.
2nd Shift: 3:00pm - 11:30pm
3rd Shift: 11:00pm - 7:30am
The Automation Maintenance Technician is responsible for supporting the operation, maintenance, and optimization of automated packaging, pack-off, and palletizing equipment within the SunGold facility. This role plays a critical part in ensuring equipment uptime, production efficiency, and product quality in a high-volume, automated manufacturing environment.
This position requires advanced troubleshooting capabilities across electrical, mechanical, and PLC-controlled systems and partners closely with operations and maintenance teams to improve equipment reliability and performance.
Equipment Maintenance & Reliability
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)
Automation & Controls Support
Troubleshoot PLC-controlled systems, sensors, HMIs, and automation components
Support approved modifications or improvements to control systems and automation equipment
Assist in commissioning and startup of new automated equipment
Partner with engineering and external vendors on system upgrades and enhancements
Performance Optimization
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
Safety & Quality
Ensure equipment operates in compliance with safety standards and company policies
Monitor equipment performance to maintain product quality standards
Support food safety and quality initiatives in alignment with GMP, HACCP, and company standards
Technical degree in Industrial Maintenance, Mechatronics, Electrical Technology, or related field preferred
~3–7+ years of maintenance experience, with a focus on automated manufacturing or packaging environments
~ Experience supporting high-speed packaging or CPG manufacturing operations preferred
~ Familiarity with PLC systems (Allen-Bradley or similar) strongly preferred
Strong knowledge of automation systems, controls, and mechanical equipment
Electrical systems (motors, drives, sensors)
PLC and control processes
Mechanical systems (conveyance, robotics, packaging equipment)
Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics and technical documentation
Basic data analysis and equipment performance tracking
Manufacturing / production facility environment
Requires working near automated equipment, machinery, and moving parts
May require off-shift, weekend, or overtime work based on plant operations
One role per shift supporting 24/7 operations
Ability to stand, walk, and move throughout the production floor for extended periods
Paid Holidays
~Employee Assistance Program
Red River Commodities and its subsidiaries are an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state, or local laws. xzbcwsv We are committed to maintaining a legal and compliant workplace. 2nd Shift: 3:00pm - 11:30pm
3rd Shift: 11:00pm - 7:30am
Learn more about the general tasks related to this opportunity below, as well as required skills.
2nd Shift: 3:00pm - 11:30pm
3rd Shift: 11:00pm - 7:30am
The Automation Maintenance Technician is responsible for supporting the operation, maintenance, and optimization of automated packaging, pack-off, and palletizing equipment within the SunGold facility. This role plays a critical part in ensuring equipment uptime, production efficiency, and product quality in a high-volume, automated manufacturing environment.
This position requires advanced troubleshooting capabilities across electrical, mechanical, and PLC-controlled systems and partners closely with operations and maintenance teams to improve equipment reliability and performance.
Equipment Maintenance & Reliability
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)
Automation & Controls Support
Troubleshoot PLC-controlled systems, sensors, HMIs, and automation components
Support approved modifications or improvements to control systems and automation equipment
Assist in commissioning and startup of new automated equipment
Partner with engineering and external vendors on system upgrades and enhancements
Performance Optimization
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
Safety & Quality
Ensure equipment operates in compliance with safety standards and company policies
Monitor equipment performance to maintain product quality standards
Support food safety and quality initiatives in alignment with GMP, HACCP, and company standards
Technical degree in Industrial Maintenance, Mechatronics, Electrical Technology, or related field preferred
~3–7+ years of maintenance experience, with a focus on automated manufacturing or packaging environments
~ Experience supporting high-speed packaging or CPG manufacturing operations preferred
~ Familiarity with PLC systems (Allen-Bradley or similar) strongly preferred
Strong knowledge of automation systems, controls, and mechanical equipment
Electrical systems (motors, drives, sensors)
PLC and control processes
Mechanical systems (conveyance, robotics, packaging equipment)
Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics and technical documentation
Basic data analysis and equipment performance tracking
Manufacturing / production facility environment
Requires working near automated equipment, machinery, and moving parts
May require off-shift, weekend, or overtime work based on plant operations
One role per shift supporting 24/7 operations
Ability to stand, walk, and move throughout the production floor for extended periods
Paid Holidays
~Employee Assistance Program
Red River Commodities and its subsidiaries are an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state, or local laws. xzbcwsv We are committed to maintaining a legal and compliant workplace. 2nd Shift: 3:00pm - 11:30pm
3rd Shift: 11:00pm - 7:30am