Job Description
Field Service Technician
Department: Parts & Service
Employment Type: Full Time
Location: Milan 120
Reporting To: Maria Badger
Compensation: $23.00 - $27.00 / hour
Field Service Technicians are the onsite face of Group O and play a vital role in ensuring the optimal performance of packaging equipment and integrated systems at our customers’ facilities. You will work on a diverse range of machinery, while delivering exceptional customer service. You’ll be responsible for training machine operators and maintenance personnel, and assisting packaging sales representatives with materials tests.
This position requires a blend of technical expertise, critical thinking and communication skills, and the ability to work independently in various settings. The ideal candidate is a technically proficient professional with experience diagnosing and repairing hardware, software, electro/mechanical and pneumatic systems.
Key Responsibilities
Essential Functions:
- Perform installations, routine maintenance, and emergency repairs at client locations.
- Troubleshoot hardware, software, and mechanical/electrical issues to identify root causes.
- Determine necessary parts, repairs and maintenance to resolve machine problems.
- Collaborate with the Service Coordinator to provide timely parts quotations and service estimates.
- Build positive relationships with external and internal customers, explain repairs, and teach clients how to properly use and care for their equipment.
- Proactively review machine documentation prior to deployment to properly plan necessary tools, software and necessary resources.
- Submit accurate service reports and track use of stock parts correctly.
- Collaborate with packaging sales representatives to test packaging materials and recommend machine settings that optimize materials usage/performance at customer facilities.
- Complete OEM training as required.
- Follow all OSHA standards, machine safety documentation, client and company safety protocols.
Position type
Expected hours of work:
- Flexible hours as needed; frequent overtime and occasional weekend work.
Travel
- Up to 50% travel; open to relocation
Job Qualifications
Education/Certifications:
- High School Diploma or Technical Degree
- Valid driver’s license and a clean driving record
- Valid passport or ability to obtain a passport
Experience:
- 2 years’ experience as a Field Service Technician or similar role.
Skills and Qualifications:
- Strong knowledge of common machine hardware and software, electro/mechanical and pneumatic systems.
- Ability to read and interpret technical manuals, CAD drawings, parts explosions, electrical prints, wiring diagrams and control logic.
- Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite, including Word, Excel, SharePoint and Outlook.
- Excellent critical thinking and problem solving skills.
- Strong interpersonal skills to build trust, manage client expectations and frustrations, and diffuse conflict.
- Translate complex technical issues into plain English, listen actively to de-escalate stressful situations, and adapt to handle unexpected, on-site challenges.
- Comfort with non-routine environments, evolving technology, and dynamically changing scenarios.
- Basic consultative skills to educate and advise customers on solutions and options.
- Ability to work independently, manage time effectively, and prioritize tasks based on level of urgency.
Physical Requirements
- Ability to sit, stand or bend for an extended period and lift up to 50 pounds.
Training Opportunities:
- Forklift & other MHE certification
- Factory certifications from leading packaging industry OEMs
- Tuition reimbursement from the PMMI Foundation for job-related training
Disclaimer: The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not to be construed, as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified. All personnel may be required to perform duties outside of their normal responsibilities from time to time, as needed.
Benefits
- Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance
- Flexible Spending Accounts (Medical and Dependent Care)
- 401(k) Plan with Company Match
- Generous Paid Time Off
- 10.5 Paid Holidays
- Career Development Opportunities
