Manufacturing Technician

Manufacturing TechnicianWe're looking for a hands-on Manufacturing Technician to help maintain, troubleshoot, and improve the equipment that keeps our manufacturing operations running smoothly. If you enjoy solving mechanical and electrical problems, working with production equipment, and partnering with engineers to improve manufacturing processes, we'd love to hear from you. In this role, you'll play a key part in ensuring equipment reliability, minimizing downtime, and supporting continuous improvement initiatives in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.ResponsibilitiesTroubleshoot and repair manufacturing equipment, identifying root causes and implementing effective solutions.Perform preventive and corrective maintenance on production machinery and support systems.Conduct equipment setup, adjustments, and basic programming to meet production requirements.Assist with equipment calibration and verification activities.Support engineers with mechanical, electrical, automation, and process improvement projects.Verify equipment safety systems are functioning properly and maintain a safe work environment.Maintain spare parts inventory and coordinate replacement of critical components.Document maintenance activities, repairs, and equipment history.Participate in continuous improvement efforts focused on equipment reliability and manufacturing efficiency.Help reduce downtime and improve overall equipment performance.Essential Skills2+ years of experience in manufacturing maintenance, production equipment support, automation, mechatronics, or a related technical role.Technical degree, vocational training, military technical experience, or equivalent hands-on experience.Strong mechanical troubleshooting skills.Basic understanding of electrical, pneumatic, hydraulic, or automated systems.Ability to work independently and effectively prioritize maintenance activities.Strong communication and problem-solving skills.Additional Skills & QualificationsExperience in a regulated manufacturing environment such as medical device, aerospace, electronics, or automotive.Experience troubleshooting automated production equipment.Familiarity with PLC-controlled equipment and machine programming.Experience with preventive maintenance systems and equipment calibration.Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing or continuous improvement principles.Mechatronics, Automation, Robotics, or Electronics training.Don't meet every qualification? We encourage you to apply. We're interested in candidates who are eager to learn, grow, and contribute to our team's success.Job Type & LocationThis is a Contract position based out of Saint Paul, MN.Pay and BenefitsThe pay range for this position is $25.00 - $35.00/hr. Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors. Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: • Medical, dental & vision • Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital • 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available • Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) • Short and long-term disability • Health Spending Account (HSA) • Transportation benefits • Employee Assistance Program • Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)Workplace TypeThis is a fully onsite position in Saint Paul, MN.Application DeadlineThis position is anticipated to close on Sep 23, 2026.About ActalentActalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 20,000 consultants and 5,000 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be an Engineering News-Record (ENR) Top 500 Design Firm for our engineering design services and a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® winner for both client and talent service.The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email View email address on click.appcast.io for other accommodation options.San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance: Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.Massachusetts Lie Detector: It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI): We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.