Field Service Technician - Horizontal Packaging Equipment Exp Required
GEA Group•San Diego, CA
•$37 - $46•Onsite
About The Position
GEA Food Solutions North America Inc. is a worldwide leader in providing preparation, processing, and packaging total solutions for both the food and non-food industry sectors. Our global organization offers the most extensive range of advanced solutions on the market today, from single machines to complete turnkey production lines including software-based productivity and line management solutions. We are currently searching for a skilled Field Service Technician who specializes in Horizontal Packaging Equipment and resides within the Western region of the US.
Requirements
- 5 years hands-on technical experience on electro-mechanical systems as applied to state-of-the-art industrial machinery
- Experience with Vacuum systems and packaging equipment, high speed vacuum and gassing applications and thermoforming plastics with FFS applications REQUIRED.
- Experience with installation and commissioning of complete production lines and packaging systems equipment.
- Strong electrical aptitude, including motors, AC & servo drives, electrical circuitry, PLC and PC based control systems
- Strong mechanical aptitude including power transmission systems, pneumatics and hydraulics
- Experienced troubleshooter on electro-mechanical systems
- Excellent communications skills - must be proficient in English, have strong listening skills and enjoy working with people
- Strong customer service orientation with “do whatever it takes” attitude
- Able to multi-task and work under extreme pressure
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Self-motivated and highly organized
- Must be able to work independently
- Excellent computer literacy including knowledge of MS Word and Excel
- Able to travel extensively (up to 90%) including weekends and on short notice. Some travel may be for extended periods (up to 2 weeks).
Responsibilities
- Conducts machine setup, troubleshooting, repairs and preventative maintenance service
- Provides emergency/unscheduled repairs of equipment and performs scheduled maintenance repairs of equipment
- Provides technical support to customers including troubleshooting and problem resolution
- Performs mechanic skills including, but not limited to, mechanical, electrical, pneumatic and hydraulic troubleshooting and repair of machines
- Provides training of customers’ operators and maintenance personnel
- Complies with OSHA Safety and Health rules
Benefits
- Medical coverage begins on your first day
- Dental coverage begins on your first day
- Vision coverage begins on your first day
- 12 paid holidays, including a flexible floating holiday
- 136 hours of PTO
- 7% 401(k) employer match
- Tuition reimbursement
- Wellness incentive program
- Confidential Employee Assistance Program
- Flexible Health Savings and Spending Accounts
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
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