Company Description
As a Business Unit of Syntegon Technology, Osgood Industries, LLC. is a multi-million dollar, growth-oriented organization for packaging machinery.
Established in 1978, Osgood was privately owned for more than 40 years and is well-known in the packaging industry. At this location in Oldsmar, FL, we design and manufacture packaging machines for food and a broad spectrum of products.
In addition, we build complete line solutions and provide comprehensive after sales services. The facility includes engineering, manufacturing, assembly, R&D / testing lab, management, sales & marketing, administration and service.
Job Description
Position Summary :
Responsible for the installation, testing, analyzing, maintaining, repairing and training of packaging equipment and associated products at customer sites, with main emphasis on supporting the controls platforms.
Primary focus is to provide customers with excellent technical customer service and ensure complete customer satisfaction.
This position has a direct and significant impact on maintaining and growing new business.
Essential Functions :
- Perform field service repairs, training, and installations as scheduled.
- Sustain proficiency in control software (ie : . Allen Bradley / Rockwell Automation and other controls platforms) and machinery equipped with PLC’s through vendor training and interaction with engineering personnel.
- Maintain necessary machine configuration documentation during installation.
- Provide updates and modifications to machinery at customer sites and provide associated training to customers on use and maintenance of equipment.
- Provide on-site and remote support to customers, Customer Service and Sales departments as required.
- Capable to suggest and implement potential solutions or corrections for problems on machine installation.
- Interact and assist Assembly and Quality Control personnel during machine assembly and testing / debug stages in preparation for machine shipment.
- Participate in final machine acceptance inspections prior to machine shipment to verify equipment meets order specifications and to become proficient with the control packages interface and integration.
- Interact with Sales Managers / Project Managers on customer equipment needs and concerns and / or updates.
- Assist the Parts and Modernization departments with quoting requests for electronic controls software and hardware upgrades and / or electrical component upgrades.
- Process detailed expense and service trip reports on all service visits
- Participate in training for continuous improvement, as needed, in order to maintain technical proficiency on new equipment and existing systems applications through internal and external training, specifically in controls software applications.
- When assigned, train customers, managers, technical personnel and operators on proper operation, maintenance and safety rules of packaging equipment, specifically on applicable machinery control software.
- Occasionally, when assigned, provide accountability as a site manager / lead, directing the workload and tasks of other field technicians, assembly and engineering personnel, and coordinating with customer and other contract / OEM site personnel.
- Work in tight quarters; on top and underneath equipment, stand, stoop, kneel and bend continuously (approximately 66% of the time).
- Lift up to 35 lbs. on a regular basis.
- Submit to safety, background, and drug / alcohol testing as required by customer(s).
- Properly and appropriately don personal protective equipment.
- Contribute to product safety by reviewing machine functionality and safety standards when on customer site.
- Will travel on a regular basis.
Qualifications
Minimum Requirements :
- Degree in Electrical Engineering or 2 years of vocational training in Electromechanical Systems, or equivalent work experience
- Minimum of 3 years’ experience in n the Packaging industry involved in designing, installing and trouble-shooting PLC and motion control software and hardware
- Must be able to travel domestically and internationally away from home for extended periods of time (70-85%)
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS :
- Demonstrated advanced mechanical, electrical and software skills.
- Knowledge and experience with ladder logic as well as other machine control systems, software and hardware is preferred (Allen Bradley, Rexroth, etc.)
- Ability to support various software control platforms for complete packaging lines and experience with line integration and ability to discuss proper line balancing with customers.
- Strong oral and written skills and ability to effectively communicate with all levels of personnel, from production to management including ability to train customers with a professional display of information and be able to speak in front of groups from 6 to 20 personnel.
Additional Information
- FIRST Robotics (For Inspiration and Recognition of Science and Technology)
- AWIM (A World In Motion)
NOTE : All official Syntegon job postings can be found at . Successful candidates asked to participate in the hiring process should expect to speak to the hiring team by telephone and in person at one of our Syntegon office locations (Decatur, Oldsmar, Raleigh, New Richmond, Minneapolis and Allendale) prior to the job offer.
The expected compensation range for this position is between $ - $ based on a full-time schedule.
Compensation for roles at Syntegon varies depending on a wide array of non-discriminatory factors including but not limited to the specific office location, role, degree / credentials, relevant skill set, and level of relevant experience.
At Syntegon, compensation decisions are dependent on the facts and circumstances of each case. Total rewards at Syntegon include salary bonus (if applicable) benefits.
The welfare of our employees’ matters to us. Therefore, Syntegon offers a generous and attractive benefits package that meets our employees’ needs.
Benefits :
- Health Insurance
- Dental Insurance
- Vision Insurance
- 401(k) attractive employer match
- Life Insurance
- Short Term Disability Insurance Employer paid
- Identity Theft Insurance Employer Paid
- Education Assistance Program
- Paid Time Off
- Employee Assistance Program
- Accident Insurance
- Critical Illness Insurance
- Hospital Indemnity Insurance
Syntegon Technology is a proud supporter of STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering & Mathematics) initiatives :
- FIRST Robotics (For Inspiration and Recognition of Science and Technology)
- AWIM (A World In Motion)
By choice, we are an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to a diverse workforce.
We do not discriminate in hiring or employment against any individual on the basis of race, color, gender, national origin, ancestry, religion, physical or mental disability, age, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, pregnancy, citizenship, or any other factor protected by anti-discrimination laws.
Last updated : 2024-05-22