Field Service Engineer/Technician

We are seeking an energetic, highly self-motivated, and experienced Field Service Engineer for a key client of ours in Greater Los Angeles. This is for one of the largest, privately-owned packaging OEM and distributors in the country. They are continuing to expand product line and production capabilities for clients throughout the region. This position will be uniquely focused to help expand a rapidly growing packaging business and stretch wrap equipment, specifically.

Key highlights of this position:

• Tremendous autonomy in your work week. As a result, we need a self-starter who knows how to get the job done with little oversight.
• First shift only, and M-F hours almost entirely
• Salaried with benefits
• Regional service calls only (not national).
• Company truck and tools provided as part of the benefits package.

Responsibilities:

• Handle all installations for the company’s proprietary industrial stretch wrap packaging equipment.
• Assist with system demonstrations at our demonstration facility and/or at customer sites.
• Interface with Sales and other Technical Support Team Members to strategize and execute successful sales, demonstration, installation, and after sales support.
• Fabricate customized apparatus’ components for unique system installations.
• Work with designated stretch wrap system manufacturer to design semi and/or fully automated pallet wrapping lines that can include conveyors and other essential and adjunct processing line components.
  

Required Background:

• 5+ years of work experience in a hands-on technical/maintenance role.
• Hands-on experience with equipment demos, installation, and service. Some knowledge of stretch wrap packaging equipment is extremely valuable
• Strong experience in equipment installation and after sales service.
• Good understanding and experience with basic electronics, including PLCs, and hydraulics.
• Experience with basic equipment programming.
• Strong Verbal Communication Skills in one-on-one and group settings.
• Experience in training customers on new equipment, and employees or co-workers in new jobs.
• Driven and dedicated with a willingness to work hard and occasional long hours if needed.
• Ability to work independently with limited supervision and to set and prioritize goals and tasks, and to manage multiple projects simultaneously and effectively.
• Able to lift and carry up to 55 lbs. (a heavy roll of film).
• Valid Driver’s License and Proof of Insurance. Good driving record.
• Willingness to travel as much as 1-2 times per month possibly for approximately 1-2 nights at a time and occasionally, though rarely, on weekends. Note: all travel will be regional close enough to drive to.

Desirable but not required:

• Technical or University Degree
• System sales experience would be beneficial.
• Spanish language ability is a plus.
• Experience with tape machine equipment, and Form Fill & Seal equipment.