Rochester Midland Corporation, a leading manufacturer and global supplier of specialty chemicals is seeking an experienced Field Service Technician for its Food & Beverage Division to cover accounts in the Ohio area. The ideal candidate will be in the Columbus OH area and will support Ohio and northern Kentucky. The Field Service Engineer provides an advanced level of service and consultation to all contracted Food Safety accounts. This position performs troubleshooting and consultation, while maintaining best in class quality standards and delivers our value proposition to the customer and ensures an outstanding experience with RMC service programs.
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS
Schedule and perform service routes in accordance with the Division's Minimum Service Standards
Service, mechanical installation and repair of chemical feed and application systems
Ensure an environment of total security by full adherence to policies, procedures, and better working practices in conjunction with Environmental Health & Safety Department
Perform rigorous collection, consolidation, logging and distribution of field data
Develop positive relationships by maintaining continuous contact with accounts to promote products
Deliver customer chemical safety training as required
Identify potential business opportunities and transfers to sales
Routinely troubleshoot for problem/solution identification
Submit chemical orders for customers as needed
Provide service reports on status of existing programs at each account
Properly maintain all Company-owned equipment e.g. tools, instruments, safety equipment and vehicle
Complete chemical titrations and log results
Complete all administrative requirements including basic skills/safety training courses
Order inventory and supplies required to perform services Compensation:
Salary
Company credit card for travel and expenses
Company benefits EDUCATION/ SPECIAL LICENSES OR CERTIFICATION:
Bachelor's Degree in Natural Science required (or equivalent experience).
Valid driver's license (clean driving record) EXPERIENCE:
Minimum of 5 years of food safety, sanitation, and/or food plant industry related experience required
Expert level knowledge of food fundamentals, practices, and terminology SKILLS:
Competent use of tools & safety equipment
Chemical testing & interpretation
Computer skills including e-mail, Word, and Excel
Experience in maintenance and repairs COMPETENCIES:
Professional technical communication (Verbal, Listening & Written)
Strong analytical & problem solving
Customer/vendor relationship and solution focused
Drive for results
Action oriented
Critical thinking
Planning & priority setting
Technical knowledge
Teamwork & trust PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS/ WORKING CONDITIONS:
Sit or stand for extended periods of time
Capability to move up to 60 lbs. by hand and 300lbs with use of hand truck
Ability to climb stairs and ladders
Visual acuity necessary to utilize computers and electronic devices
Extra hours and some travel may be required
We're an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran, or disability status.