Who are we Family owned since 1975, we have provided the highest quality end-of-line packaging equipment in the industry. With our exceptional service to our valued customers, Hamrick Packaging Systems has a reputation for outstanding leadership, innovation, and expertise. Our team uses their creativity and talent to invent new solutions, meet new demands, and offer the most effective services and products in the packaging industry, both locally and globally. We sincerely hope that you'll consider coming to work with us! Some of the rewards of working here - Full support and career-development resources to expand your skills, enhance your expertise, and maximize your potential along your career journey.
- An inclusive culture, where teammates are empowered to bring ideas to the table and act.
- Generous health benefits package, 401k, nine (9) paid holidays, and opportunity for career and compensation growth.
- A brand-new building located in the Maplecrest Business Park, Kent, OH.
Application Engineer / Project Manager Position Summary The Application Engineer / Project Manager serves as a versatile utility player, providing technical and project coordination support across Engineering, Production, Parts, Sales, and Field Service. This position helps keep machine projects and parts orders moving by resolving technical questions, coordinating priorities, and following outstanding items through completion. The ideal candidate is mechanically knowledgeable, organized, adaptable, and willing to step into different areas as business needs change. What we expect of you as a Application Engineer / Project Manager The Application Engineer / Project Manager serves as a versatile utility player, providing technical and project coordination support across Engineering, Production, Parts, Sales, and Field Service. This position helps keep machine projects and parts orders moving by resolving technical questions, coordinating priorities, and following outstanding items through completion. The ideal candidate is mechanically knowledgeable, organized, adaptable, and willing to step into different areas as business needs change. What you will do Application Engineering and Technical Support - Review customer applications, equipment requirements, and machine capabilities to help identify practical solutions.
- Assist with technical questions related to machine operation, components, configurations, and customer requirements.
- Collaborate with Engineering, Production, Sales, Parts, and Field Service to resolve issues and communicate accurate information.
- Research machine drawings, bills of materials, and historical records to support current projects and existing equipment.
Parts Order Support and Releases - Process and release routine parts orders that do not require additional engineering review, following established procedures.
- Support parts requests for machines or configurations with which the Parts Manager is unfamiliar.
- Identify and verify parts using drawings, machine records, bills of materials, and input from appropriate personnel.
- Escalate orders involving modifications, unclear specifications, or technical concerns for review before release.
- Coordinate with the Parts Manager and other departments to resolve questions and keep orders moving accurately and on schedule.
Project Management and Coordination - Coordinate assigned machine projects and internal tasks from initial planning through completion.
- Establish and maintain project timelines, track milestones, and communicate priorities and deadlines.
- Identify delays, missing information, and other obstacles; coordinate corrective action with the appropriate personnel.
- Maintain clear records of project status, decisions, open items, and responsibilities.
- Communicate changes in scope, schedule, or requirements to affected departments.
Factory Acceptance Testing (FAT) - Work with the Production Manager to plan, prepare for, and coordinate Factory Acceptance Tests.
- Confirm testing requirements, equipment readiness, and timelines before scheduled FATs.
- Participate in testing and document issues, adjustments, and outstanding requirements.
- Develop and maintain FAT punch lists with clearly assigned responsibilities and completion dates.
- Track punch-list progress and coordinate follow-up to keep corrective work on schedule.
- Verify completion of assigned items with the responsible personnel and communicate any issues affecting shipment or customer commitments.
Utility Support - Serve as a flexible resource across departments, stepping in where technical support or project coordination is needed.
- Help address workload gaps, urgent requests, and operational bottlenecks.
- Take ownership of assigned issues and follow them through resolution.
- Recommend improvements to communication, documentation, and internal processes.
- Perform other related duties as assigned.
Preferred Qualifications: - Proficiency in AutoCAD Project Design Suite and Inventor (3D).
- Drawing and Design Experience in the packaging industry.
- Minimum of 5 years as an engineer/designer in the packaging industry or related field.
- Experience in application engineering, project management, machine manufacturing, or a related technical role.
- Strong mechanical aptitude; packaging machinery experience preferred.
- Ability to interpret engineering drawings, bills of materials, and technical documentation.
- Strong organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple priorities.
- Effective communication and problem-solving skills.
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively across departments.
- Proficiency with standard office software and the ability to learn company ERP and project tracking systems.
Required Abilities / Skills / Essential Functions: - Must be able to read, write, and comprehend written plans.
- Ability to lift up to 20 lbs.
- Must be present on-site to complete the job.
Job Type: Full-time
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