Mechanical Technician

Mechanical Technician

Solventum is a new healthcare company built on a trusted legacy of solving complex challenges to improve patient care and support healthcare professionals—powered by strong production and plant operations. We partner with experts across the industry, guided by empathy and insight, to advance health for everyone.

The impact you'll make in this role

As a Mechanical Technician, you'll be responsible for supporting production operations, ensuring quality standards, and contributing to a safe and efficient plant environment.

This role works a Rotating Shift (see options below) and includes starting pay of $36.13/hour:

• Option 1:
  Day Shift: 7:00 AM – 7:00 PM & Night Shift: 7:00 PM – 7:00 AM (Rotates between day and night shifts)
• Option 2:
  Morning Shift: 6:00 AM – 2:00 PM & Afternoon/Evening Shift: 2:00 PM – 12:00 AM (Rotates between morning and afternoon/evening shifts)

Responsibilities include but not limited to:

• Troubleshooting, repairing and perform preventive maintenance on mechanical equipment and components to include bearings, bushings, gear boxes, transmissions, motors, conveyor belts, pump seals, brakes, clutches, and drives.
• Troubleshooting and repairing pneumatic and hydraulic equipment
• Performing basic machining using precision measuring equipment
• Repairing and replacing piping, tubing, and associated fittings
• Performing welding and fabrication tasks
• Possessing the ability to clearly speak, understand, and write in English to communicate effectively in both verbal and written contexts.

Required Qualifications:

• Possess, or in the last six (6) months of pursing, an associate degree in Electro-Mechanics, Fluid Power, Energy Technology Machinist, Automotive, or Diesel Mechanic

OR

• Possess a High School Diploma/GED and two (2) years of maintenance experience in Electro-Mechanics, Fluid Power, Energy Technology, Machinist, Automotive, or Diesel Mechanic

"Nice to Have"

Qualifications:

• Five (5) years of maintenance experience in Electro-Mechanics, Fluid Power, Machinist, Automotive, or Diesel Mechanic
• Industrial motor drive controls troubleshooting experience
• Electrical equipment experience
• Industrial maintenance experience
• Experience troubleshooting and problem solving in a manufacturing environment

Work Location:

Onsite - 601 22nd Ave S, Brookings, SD 57006

Travel:
Not required for this position

Relocation Assistance:
Not authorized

Manufacturing Operations:

This position sits within Solventum's Manufacturing Operations, specifically at one of our global production facilities, where our teams play a hands-on role in bringing life-changing healthcare solutions to life. Our plant teams are essential to advancing Solventum's mission, ensuring the consistent, high-quality production of medical and dental products that healthcare providers and patients rely on every day. Working in our plants means being part of a purpose-driven environment that values safety, precision, and teamwork—where every shift contributes directly to improving health outcomes around the world.

Supporting Your Well-being

Solventum offers many programs to help you live your best life, both physically and financially. To ensure competitive pay and benefits, Solventum regularly benchmarks with other companies that are comparable in size and scope. Solventum/Careers

The starting rate of pay for this position is $36.13/hour, with the potential to reach $39.55/hour. This range represents a good faith estimate for this position. The specific compensation offered to a candidate may vary based on factors including, but not limited to, the candidate's relevant knowledge, training, skills, work location, and/or experience. In addition, this position may be eligible for a range of benefits (e.g., Medical, Dental & Vision, Health Savings Accounts, Health Care & Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts, Disability Benefits, Life Insurance, Voluntary Benefits, Paid Absences and Retirement Benefits, etc.).

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Responsibilities of this position include that corporate policies, procedures and security standards are complied with while performing assigned duties.

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