Sanitary Process and Maintenance Specialist

Original Template•Madison, WI

2d•$100,000•Remote

About The Position

At Nelson-Jameson, we don’t just deliver products—we deliver solutions that keep food and dairy manufacturing operations running safely and efficiently. As a trusted partner to our customers, we combine deep technical knowledge with hands-on support to solve real-world challenges inside their plants. We’re seeking a Sanitary Process & Maintenance Specialist to provide direct, on-site and remote technical support to customers operating sanitary processing systems. In this role, you’ll work closely with customer teams to diagnose and resolve issues related to pumps, valves, heat exchangers, and other critical process equipment—helping minimize downtime and improve operational performance. You’ll bring strong mechanical and process knowledge, collaborate closely with Strategic Account Managers, and help tailor practical, compliant solutions that meet each customer’s unique needs. This role offers exposure to a wide range of plant environments and equipment, making it ideal for someone who enjoys problem-solving, working hands-on in the field, and building long-term customer relationships. If you’re driven by technical challenges, value partnership, and want to make a measurable impact in food and dairy manufacturing operations, this role offers the opportunity to do exactly that.

Requirements

Education: High school diploma or equivalent (technical certifications or specialized training in relevant fields preferred).
Experience: 3–5+ years of experience in the industry or a technical role (sales, troubleshooting, process maintenance, etc.).
Technical Expertise: Proven experience in troubleshooting and maintaining process-related equipment such as pumps, valves, heat exchangers, etc.
Communication Skills: Excellent communication skills with the ability to explain technical concepts clearly to both customers and internal teams.
Territory Management: Strong time management and organizational skills with the ability to manage customer territories effectively.
Travel Requirements: Ability to travel up to 75% of the time for customer visits, supplier meetings, internal collaboration, and industry events, primarily regionally across the Midwest (WI, MN, IL, IA, & MO), but also to other regions of the U.S. on an “as-needed” basis. Must possess a valid driver’s license, maintain an acceptable driving record, and hold all required documentation for domestic air travel.

Nice To Haves

Education: Post-secondary education in food science, dairy production, engineering, or a related technical field.
Industry Experience: Experience in working with dairy production, cheese-making, or food processing technologies.
Sales Experience: Previous experience in technical sales or business development within a relevant industry is highly desirable.
Maintenance Experience: Experience in troubleshooting and maintaining equipment in sanitary or process plant settings is a plus.

Responsibilities

Troubleshoot & Maintain Equipment: Work directly with customer teams to identify and resolve issues in plant operations, focusing on process-related equipment (e.g., pumps, valves, plate heat exchangers).
Provide Technical Support: Serve as the technical resource for customers, offering hands-on assistance in diagnosing, troubleshooting, and resolving plant challenges to minimize downtime and improve efficiency.
Collaborate with Sales: Work closely with Strategic Account Managers to understand customer needs, develop tailored solutions, and promote product sales in assigned categories.
Drive Sales & Growth: Promote products to new, casual, and core accounts, aiming to maximize sales and gross margin.
Customer Service Excellence: Ensure high levels of customer satisfaction by providing timely, effective, and consistent technical support.
Identify Opportunities: Continuously seek opportunities to expand product offerings and solutions to customers, contributing to overall account growth.
Training & Education: Stay current on product knowledge and provide ongoing education and training for customers and internal teams to ensure optimal use of products and services.
Collaborate Across Teams: Partner with Sales, Product Management, and Marketing to enhance customer experience, promote products, and achieve business goals.

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits
Company-matched 401(k)
Paid time off
Competitive compensation
Company-issued vehicle
Comprehensive Health Benefits with your choice of benefits to match your unique needs
401(k) with company match
Competitive Compensation: Base salary plus commissions with potential earnings of $100,000+
Established sales territory
Paid time off at time of hire
Annual allowance for company-branded clothing
Annual Wellness Stipend & other wellness programs
Company-provided vehicle, cell phone, and credit card
Autonomy & freedom to manage your own schedule
And much more!