Automation Maintenance Technician - Shift 1

Company Overview:
Larson Doors, part of Fortune Brands Outdoors, is a leader in storm doors and outdoor living solutions. Our Albert Lea, MN distribution center is a highly automated facility equipped with advanced robotics and material handling technology. To keep this operation running at peak performance, we are seeking a skilled Maintenance Technician with strong electrical troubleshooting expertise and a solid mechanical background.

Why Join Larson / Fortune Brands?

• Be part of a high-tech, robotics-driven distribution center with industry-leading automation.
• Competitive pay, comprehensive benefits, and 401(k) match.
• Career growth opportunities within Fortune Brands Outdoors.
• A safety-first culture with continuous investment in technology and people.

Position Overview:
As a Maintenance Technician at Larson’s Albert Lea Distribution Center, you will ensure the safe and reliable performance of advanced automation systems. These include a Fanuc Robot door collator, dual gantry systems, Allen Bradley PLC-controlled equipment, Schneider 4-axis servo systems, Wulftec stretch wrappers, and conveyors. This role requires a strong ability to troubleshoot electrical systems (both high voltage 480V and low voltage controls) while also applying hands-on mechanical repair skills.

Key Responsibilities:

• Troubleshoot and diagnose electrical issues with Allen Bradley PLCs, motor controls, and Schneider servo drives to quickly restore production.
• Work safely with high voltage (480V) and low voltage systems, performing corrective and preventative electrical maintenance.
• Apply strong mechanical skills to repair conveyors, gantry systems, stretch wrappers, and robotic equipment.
• Execute and improve preventative maintenance programs to reduce downtime and extend equipment lifespan.
• Collaborate with engineers and controls specialists to implement system improvements and automation upgrades.
• Maintain accurate documentation of work performed, including electrical schematics, CMMS work orders, and equipment history.
• Provide hands-on support during system breakdowns to ensure fast recovery of production lines.
• Follow all safety and EHS protocols, ensuring compliance with Fortune Brands standards and OSHA requirements.

Qualifications & Requirements:

• High school diploma or equivalent required; technical certification or associate degree in industrial maintenance, electrical, mechatronics, or related field preferred.
• Proven maintenance experience in an automated manufacturing or distribution facility.
• Strong knowledge of electrical troubleshooting on Allen Bradley PLCs, VFDs, and Schneider servo systems.
• Mechanical background with hands-on skills in conveyors, robotics, and material handling equipment.
• Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, and mechanical drawings.
• Proficiency in diagnosing and repairing 480V high-voltage and low-voltage circuits.
• Excellent problem-solving ability under time-sensitive conditions.
• Strong communication skills and ability to work cross-functionally with operations and engineering.
• Flexibility to work shifts, weekends, or respond to urgent equipment breakdowns when needed.
• Primarily 1st shift, Monday - Friday

Company Description:

Fortune Brands Innovations, Inc. is an industry-leading innovation company focused on creating smarter, safer and more beautiful homes and improving lives. Our driving purpose is that we elevate every life by transforming spaces into havens. We believe our work and our brands can have incredibly positive impacts for not just our business and shareholders, but for people and the planet, too. When you join Fortune Brands, you become part of a high-performing team who are empowered to think big, learn fast and make bold decisions. We support an inclusive and diverse culture where everyone is encouraged and empowered to be their authentic selves, and where our differences and unique perspectives are a key strength. Explore life at Fortune Brands here

Additional Information:

Fortune Brands believes in fair and equitable pay. A reasonable estimate of the base salary range for this role is Hiring Pay Range: USD - USD. Please note that actual salaries may vary within the range, or be above or below the range, based on factors including, but not limited to, education, training, experience, professional achievement, business need, and location. In addition to base salary, employees will participate in either an annual bonus plan based on company and individual performance, or a role-based sales incentive plan.

At Fortune Brands, we support the overall health and wellness of our associates by offering comprehensive, competitive benefits that prioritize all aspects of wellbeing and provide flexibility for our teammates’ unique needs. This includes robust health plans, a market-leading 401(k) program with a company contribution, product discounts, flexible time off benefits (including half-day summer Fridays per policy), inclusive fertility / adoption benefits, and more. We offer numerous Employee Resource Groups to support inclusivity and our associates’ feeling of belonging at work.

Fortune Brands is a brand, innovation and channel leader focused on exciting, supercharged categories in the home products, security and commercial building markets. Our portfolio of brands includes Moen, House of Rohl, Aqualisa, SpringWell, Therma-Tru, Larson, Fiberon, Master Lock, SentrySafe and Yale residential.

Fortune Brands is headquartered in Deerfield, Illinois and trades on the NYSE as FBIN

Equal Employment Opportunity:

FBIN is an equal employment opportunity employer and does not discriminate against any applicant based on race, color, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, national origin, ancestry, age, disability, marital status, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, genetic history or information, or any other legally protected characteristic.

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