Machine Technician - Joliet, IL Week Days

Packsize International; Joliet, Northern (IL, KY); Hybrid; USD 94,558,000 - 103,155,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage

Dental coverage

Vision coverage

401(k)

PTO

HSA/FSA

Life & disability

EAP

Job summary

Packsize International in Joliet, IL seeks a Resident Service Engineer to install, configure and maintain Packsize equipment at customer facilities, perform start-up testing, and deliver training on product capabilities and maintenance.

The role emphasizes troubleshooting, safety, and building strong customer relationships. Travel to customer sites is required, with hourly compensation of $33-$36 and comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• Associates degree or equivalent experience.
• Bachelor's degree preferred.

Responsibilities

• Schedule tasks at customer sites.
• Troubleshoot issues using drawings and documentation.
• Collaborate with R&D, Software and Quality teams.
• Perform routine maintenance and emergency services.
• Analyze KPI data to identify issues and maintenance needs.
• Install Packsize solutions and train customers to use them.
• Prepare detailed technical reports.
• Communicate information clearly with customers and Packsize staff.
• Adhere to safety requirements and protocols.

Skills

Customer service

Windows

Hand tools

Mechanical systems

Independent work

Microsoft Office / Google Suite

Education

Associates Degree / Vocational Training or equivalent

Bachelor's Degree preferred

Job description

Job Description: Resident Service Engineer - Joliet, IL Schedule: Monday - Thursday 6am-4:30pm

About Packsize Packsize is redefining the way businesses and their customers use and experience packaging around the world. We build the technology, design the right solutions, and automate the processes that propel the industry forward. To us, packaging is much more than a box—it’s delivering what’s right for our customers, their customers, our people, and the planet.

About the role

A Packsize Machine Technician will install, configure and maintain Packsize equipment solutions onsite at a designated customer’s facilities. They must be a creative problem solver with the ability to identify, analyze, maintain and repair complex mechanical equipment and answer difficult customer questions about product features. A Machine Technician will perform start-up testing and deliver customer training on product capabilities, features and general maintenance of the product. They will build and maintain a strong, trust-based customer relationship with their assigned customer(s) and will work closely with other supporting Packsize team members to provide exceptional customer service.

What You’ll Do

• Scheduling tasks at a customer’s job sites
• Troubleshooting issues, quickly and effectively, using technical drawings and documentation
• Work cross-functionally with R&D, Software and Quality Engineering teams
• Performing routine maintenance and emergency services as they arise
• Analyze customer Key Performance Indicators (KPI's) to identify new or ongoing machine performance issues resulting in problem-solving and machine maintenance
• Continuous learning, including the customer’s operational processes, packaging designs, technical specifications
• Installation of Packsize solutions and training others to use and maintain it
• Basic clerical and administrative duties, including timely reading and responding to emails, preparing and submitting expense reports, making travel arrangements, writing detailed technical reports, etc.
• Responsively and productively communicate information and ideas with Packsize and customer’s personnel so they will understand. Must be able to exchange accurate information in these situations.
• Adhere to all Packsize and customer’s safety requirements, and safety protocols related to exposed moving parts and electricity
• Excellent work ethic and time management skills
• Machine Operation Clearing jams, loading Z-fold, changing labels, changing bander paper and adding glue to the machine.

What You’ll Bring

• Customer service focus
• Knowledge of Windows platforms
• Knowledge of and effective use of hand tools
• Knowledge of mechanical platforms
• Ability to work independently with little or no direct supervision
• Basic Microsoft (Excel, Word) or Google Suite (Sheets, Docs) experience is helpful, but not required
• Associates Degree, Vocational Training or equivalent experience
• Bachelor's Degree in a related area preferred

Working Environment and Physical Demands

• Communicate with others to exchange information
• Work within a production facility, warehouse, or manufacturing environment
• Move yourself in different positions to accomplish tasks in various environments, including tight and confined spaces
• Convey yourself great distances within and around various work sites and from one work site to another
• Remain in a stationary position, often standing for prolonged periods.
• Work in a noisy environment at various temperatures
• Move objects (equipment, machinery, and products) weighing up to 50 lbs
• Ascend and descend ladders, stairs, scaffolding, ramps, steps stools, and the like
• Perform tasks that require you to bend, stretch, push, pull, carry, and reach

Travel Requirements

All work is performed at customer’s facilities Available on-call Overnight travel may be required, for initial and periodic training Ability to travel by vehicle or airplane, domestically.

What We Offer

The hourly rate for this role is $33-$36 USD, however, Packsize considers several factors when determining compensation when extending a job offer, including but not limited to, the role being offered, the associated responsibilities, the candidate's prior work experience education / training, and any special skills.

At Packsize, we’re committed to supporting the health, well-being, and financial security of our team members.

We offer a comprehensive benefits package that includes medical, dental, and vision coverage; a 401(k) retirement plan; Paid Time Off; Health Savings and Flexible Spending Accounts (HSA/FSA); and life and disability insurance. Additional voluntary benefits include critical illness, hospital indemnity, accident, and legal/ID theft protection. We also provide access to an Employee Assistance Program (EAP) to support your overall well-being.

We offer a comprehensive benefits package that includes medical, dental, and vision coverage; a 401(k) retirement plan; Paid Time Off; Health Savings and Flexible Spending Accounts (HSA/FSA); and life and disability insurance. Additional voluntary benefits include critical illness, hospital indemnity, accident, and legal/ID theft protection. We also provide access to an Employee Assistance Program (EAP) to support your overall well-being.

Packsize is an Equal Opportunity employer and is committed to diversity in its workforce. In compliance with applicable federal and state laws, Packsize policy of equal employment opportunity prohibits discrimination on the basis of race or ethnicity, religion, color, national origin, sex, age, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, veteran’s status, status as a qualified person with a disability, or genetic information. Individuals from historically underrepresented groups, such as minorities, women, qualified persons with disabilities, and protected veterans are strongly encouraged to apply. Reasonable accommodations in the application process will be provided to qualified individuals with disabilities.

Packsize creates and maintains more efficient and sustainable packaging process flows from packing to unboxing. We’re propelling our customers and the industry forward, always looking to innovate and improve. At Packsize, packaging is much more than a box. It's about delivering what's right, for our customers, for their customers, and for our planet.