Pero Family Farms Food Company LLC · 2 months ago
Field Service Engineer
Hanover, PA
Full-time
Onsite
Mid LevelPero Family Farms Food Company LLC is a market share leader in organic vegetable growing, dedicated to quality and customer service. The Field Service Engineer will oversee the sorting and packaging equipment, aiming to reduce shrink and optimize yield while ensuring compliance with safety and quality standards.
AgricultureFarming
Responsibilities
Perform daily startups of our sorting and packaging equipment
Carry out sorting and packaging equipment daily and weekly procedures
Perform routine preventive maintenance (PM) and basic service on sorting and packaging equipment
Manage existing sorting programs during daily production, based on sorting process assessment activities
Update sorting programs to maintain effective removal of defect product and foreign material
Identify causes of basic sorting failures (equipment, signal and/or program related)
Manage interactions with sorter supplier, as it relates to PM and service visits, request for parts quotes etc
Train machine operators on sorting and packaging equipment
Stay in close cooperation with plant production team to maintain optimal product quality at all times
Maintain accurate records of service activities, including installation reports, maintenance logs, repair documentation, and personnel communications. Ensure that all service-related documentation is complete, organized, and up-to-date in accordance with SOP’s
Follow safety protocols and procedures while performing service activities, including adherence to relevant safety regulations and the use of personal protective equipment (PPE) as required
Strive for continuous improvement and assist in identifying opportunities to optimize processes
Diagnose and repair malfunctions or breakdowns on sorting or packaging equipment utilizing technical manuals, diagnostic tools, and expertise to identify and resolve issues promptly
Investigate and troubleshoot technical problems reported by personnel and develop effective solutions to restore equipment functionality
Provide technical support and guidance regarding the operation, maintenance, and troubleshooting of sorting and packaging equipment. Address inquiries, concerns, and service requests in a timely and professional manner
Adhere to quality assurance standards and protocols established by the equipment manufactures SOP’s, ensuring that all service activities comply with company guidelines and industry regulations
Qualification
Required
Background in sorting applications (food industry or sorting equipment company such as TOMRA, Key, Raytec)
Experience in running tests and evaluations in industrial environments
Analytical capacity
High attention to detail
Desire to bring processes to optimal performance, making decisions based on observations and data
Ability to identify factors that control good & consistent process quality
Habit of documenting work and actions for traceability and reporting purposes
Meet physical requirements per Pero standards
Capability of performing work under environmental conditions existing at Pero production facilities
Benefits
401(k)
Health, Dental, Vision Insurance and more
Paid Time Off (PTO)
Company
Pero Family Farms Food Company LLC
Pero Family Farms is a 5th generation family farming company – growing a large variety of fresh vegetables like Snipped Green Beans and Mini Sweet Peppers for families in the USA and Canada.
Founded in 1908
1001-5000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Nathan Hopfinger
CFO
Austin Hollins
Chief Supply Officer
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