Automation Technician I
Company: Agropur
Location: Lake Norden
Posted on: April 1, 2026
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Job Description:
Job Type: RegularThe Automation Technician I uses knowledge of
electronics, mechanics and computers to troubleshoot and repair
instrumentation and computer-controlled systems. Invest in you,
Join Agropur as an Automation Technician for the Lake Norden Plant.
We dairy you! PTO on your first day of work! How Agropur invests in
YOU: Starting Rate: $33.64 hourly $1.50hr more for the shift
differential Two pay increases within a year, up to $1.00 Sunday
Double Time Competitive and comprehensive compensation and benefits
package focusing on your physical, financial, and emotional health
to include the following perks as well as the standard benefit
offerings: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Short and Long-term
Disability Insurance 401(k) with up to 7% company contributions 3
Weeks PTO on day 1 Paid holidays and 2 floating holidays Paid
parental leave Advancement Opportunities Healthy work/life balance
Who we are : We are an employee-focused organization that promotes
from within and are looking for enthusiastic, team-oriented
employees to join our growing team. Founded in 1938, Agropur is a
top 20 global dairy processor. In addition to being one of the
largest award-winning cheese manufacturers, Agropur is a leader in
high quality and diverse nutritional whey proteins. Agropur’s 10
US-based, SQF Certified plants are behind some of the most
prominent food, beverage, and nutrition brands in the industry.
Vertically integrated by design, Agropur provides future-forward
solutions in the areas of cheese, ingredients, beverages, and
custom contract manufacturing services. “Better Dairy. Better
World.” www.agropur.com Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
Monitor Automated Systems using a computer. Troubleshoot the
automation system using various PLC programs. Monitor and
troubleshoot HMI Systems, making adjustments or modifications as
needed. Perform checks and calibration of plant floor equipment.
Perform scheduled maintenance work. Perform Completion of
Documentation for scheduled maintenance work. Perform work orders
assigned by the Planners. Perform daily preventive maintenance of
electrical circuits. Install new electrical circuits. Help plant
production personnel troubleshoot production problems. Maintain the
Controls system. Oversee the everyday automation activities of the
manufacturing plant. Install and test systems. Make program changes
as needed to help the production areas run more efficiently.
Resolve and repair all system faults and anomalies. Calibrate
instruments throughout the plant. Understand and comply with all
Quality Assurance policies, and immediately report any potential
food safety issues to management. Maintain, inspect and modify
automation equipment, technologies and processes. Provide technical
assistance for automation problems to operators and managers. Make
adjustments or modifications to existing PLC Programs. Help plant
production personnel troubleshoot production problems. Conduct work
in a safe manner and abide by all company safety policies. Bend and
install electrical conduit following all appropriate local and
national codes. Troubleshoot electrical circuits, motors and
equipment controls. Perform all functions that consist of Maximo
(Computerized Maintenance Program). Perform basic mechanical duties
in the plant as needed. Help troubleshoot and maintain the plant.
Other Duties and Responsibilities: This position uses electrical
measuring equipment i.e. Fluke Multimeter, Process Meter, & Hart
Calibration Equipment. Understand and adhere to Good Manufacturing
Practices. Safety Protocol Stop any observed unsafe acts and obey
facility safety rules and procedures. Correct or report any
observed safety hazards. Support safety policies and programs. This
list of duties and responsibilities is not all-inclusive and may be
expanded to include other duties and responsibilities, as
management may deem necessary from time to time. Qualifications:
Education Required: Associate’s or Technical Degree in Electrical
Technology or related field required. Equivalent combination of
education and/or experience may be considered. Experience Required:
Minimum one (1) year of related experience required. Experience
with reading mechanical drawings and electrical schematics
including knowledge of redlining schematics for updates required.
Experience with wiring electrical control panels or equipment
remote actuators and inputs and outputs as well plumbing equipment,
pneumatic or/and hydraulic lines required. Experience planning,
selecting, testing, installing and maintaining equipment and other
types of systems required. Certification/Licensure Required: None
Skills Required: Communicate effectively both verbally and in
writing with executives, managers, colleagues and individuals
inside and outside the organization. Demonstrate attention to
detail and accuracy in work. Ability to apply logic and methods to
solve difficult problems with effective solutions. Result driven,
bottom-line orientated, strives to exceed goals, and motivates self
and others to achieve positive outcomes. Ability to work with
minimum supervision, adapt to a changing environment quickly, and
think independently. Demonstrate excellent organizational skills,
establish priorities, ability to multitask, and meet deadlines.
Demonstrate functional and technical knowledge, ability to learn
new skills quickly, and achieve a high level of accomplishment.
Ability to make decisions in a timely manner, sometimes with
incomplete information and under tight deadlines and pressure.
Accurately scopes out length and difficult of tasks and projects,
sets objectives and goals, breaks down work into the process steps,
develops schedules and assignments, anticipates and adjusts for
problems or roadblocks, measures performance against goals,
evaluates results. Intermediate math skills (addition, subtraction,
multiplication, division, comparative analysis, measurements,
statistical analysis). Intermediate computer skills with Microsoft
Excel, Power Point, Word, Outlook and field-specific software.
Exhibit a professional manner in dealing with others and works to
maintain constructive working relationships. AA/EEO –
Minority/Female/Disability/Veteran/Sexual Orientation/Gender
Identity Agropur welcomes people from all backgrounds and origins.
We are proud to be an employer with a diverse community and are
committed to providing a respectful and inclusive experience for
all employees and applicants. We will work with candidates who
request accommodation. Please note that an adequate knowledge of
French is required for positions in Quebec. Agropur uses artificial
intelligence technology to assist our recruiters in screening,
assessing, or selecting applicants for this position. In this text,
the use of the masculine gender to designate persons is intended
only to lighten the text.
Keywords: Agropur, Sioux Falls , Automation Technician I, Engineering , Lake Norden, South Dakota
