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Summary:

Our award-winning client is seeking a Field Service Technician to join their team! Our client is searching for an experienced Field Service Technician to play a key role in maintaining and optimizing our facility. You'll be responsible for troubleshooting equipment issues, overseeing maintenance schedules, and leading a team of technicians.

Responsibilities:

• Troubleshoot mechanical and electrical equipment breakdowns to minimize downtime.
• Manage and develop Valway Engineering Services associates.
• Schedule maintenance for process and material handling equipment.
• Analyze downtime events and implement corrective actions.
• Maintain spare part inventory to prevent production disruptions.
• Track and document associate performance (safety, quality, productivity, attendance).
• Oversee labor costs, including training, overtime, and premiums.
• Ensure equipment is maintained by qualified and properly trained associates.
• Develop and maintain training records for direct reports.
• Schedule Valway engineering and maintenance personnel to meet production demands.
• Lead daily team maintenance activities, ensuring equipment meets operating standards.
• Motivate and engage Engineering Services associates and technicians.
• Assist with equipment acquisition and installation, staying within budget.
• Monitor contractor safety program adherence.
• Oversee utility functions and work to reduce utility costs.
• Manage supply cost centers, aiming to reduce supply expenses.
• Ensure equipment meets environmental and regulatory permit requirements.
• Collaborate with the Valway ES Leader on plant facilities maintenance and repairs.

• A bachelor's degree in a related field or 5+ years of Engineering Services experience (fabric finishing preferred).
• Strong leadership, communication, decision-making, and problem-solving skills.
• Financial acumen and business sense.
• Supervisory experience and ability to provide constructive feedback.

• Be part of a global leader in material science, making a real difference.
• Work in a dynamic and results-oriented environment.
• Enjoy competitive compensation and a comprehensive benefits package.