Automation Tech - Night Shift, Food Manufacturing
Company: Valley Queen Cheese Factory
Location: Clear Lake
Posted on: March 14, 2026
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Job Description:
Position Summary In this role, you'll help keep our production
systems running safely and efficiently. You'll install, repair,
calibrate, and maintain the controls and instrumentation that
support our food processing operations. You'll also help
troubleshoot issues, support preventive maintenance, and contribute
to projects that improve our equipment and processes. What You'll
Do • Install, maintain, and calibrate controls and instrumentation
used in food production. • Develop PLC programs and help design
SCADA control system architecture. • Troubleshoot equipment issues,
identify root causes, and make effective repairs. • Complete both
scheduled and unscheduled repairs on plant equipment. • Read and
understand equipment manuals, electrical drawings, P&IDs, and
work orders. • Safely operate utility systems (steam, ammonia,
compressed air, electrical, water, etc.). • Complete corrective
action tasks within 30 days. • Use and handle chemicals safely
while wearing proper protective equipment. • Lead and manage large
controls projects-from building and programming to testing. •
Maintain training required to serve on the emergency response team.
• Follow all food safety and GMP requirements to ensure product
quality. • Respond quickly to production floor controls requests to
prevent lost production time. What You Bring • Strong technical
skills • Good problem solving ability • Clear communication •
Comfort using computers • Ability to manage your time and take
initiative Work Environment You'll work in a mix of office, shop,
and production plant settings. You may occasionally be exposed to:
• loud noise • moving mechanical parts • temperature changes •
fumes or airborne particles • vibration Schedule This is a full
time night shift position. You'll work 11-12 hour shifts on an
alternating schedule that includes weekends and holidays. This role
also participates in an on call rotation. Travel Minimal-less than
5%. Required Education & Experience • High school diploma or GED •
Associate degree in a related technical field OR equivalent years
of controls experience • Basic computer skills Preferred
Qualifications • Knowledge of ammonia refrigeration systems •
Ability to speak both English and Spanish Additional Requirements •
Must be at least 18 years old • Must have a valid driver's license
(or be able to obtain one before starting) Other Notes This job
description is not a complete list of every duty or responsibility.
Tasks may change as needed.
Keywords: Valley Queen Cheese Factory, Sioux Falls , Automation Tech - Night Shift, Food Manufacturing, Engineering , Clear Lake, South Dakota
