Machine Technician - Reno, NV

YRH - PACKSIZE LLC; Reno (NV); On-site; USD 45,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401(k)

Paid Time Off

HSA/FSA

Life Insurance

Disability Insurance

Critical Illness Coverage

ID Theft Protection

Job summary

Packsize is seeking a Machine Technician to install, configure, and maintain packaging equipment at customer facilities around Reno, NV. You will diagnose issues from drawings, perform preventive maintenance, and train customers on product capabilities and routines.

The role requires travel to customer sites, collaboration with R&D and Quality teams, and strong problem-solving skills, with a focus on safety and customer satisfaction.

Qualifications

• Customer service focus with strong communication skills.
• Ability to troubleshoot and read technical documentation.
• Comfort working at customer sites and traveling as needed.
• Familiarity with safety protocols in manufacturing environments.
• Willingness to learn and adapt to new equipment.

Responsibilities

• Scheduling tasks at a customer site.
• Troubleshooting issues using technical drawings and documentation.
• Collaborating with R&D, Software and Quality Engineering teams.
• Performing routine maintenance and emergency services as they arise.
• Analyzing customer KPI data to identify machine issues and perform maintenance.
• Installing Packsize solutions and training customers to use and maintain them.
• Preparing detailed technical reports and arranging travel when needed.

Skills

Customer service focus

Independent work

Hand tools

Mechanical platforms knowledge

Ability to work independently

Microsoft Excel

Google Suite

Education

Associates Degree or Vocational Training

Bachelor’s Degree in related area preferred

Tools

Windows

Microsoft Excel

Google Suite

Job description

Job Description: Machine Technician - Reno, NV Schedule: Mon-Thur 8am-6:30pm

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

The following are representative of the typical working environment and physical demands of this position. To successfully perform the essential functions of this job, you will be required to:

• 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.

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.

If this role excites you but you don’t meet each requirement listed, we encourage you to apply anyway.

At Packsize, we welcome applicants of all backgrounds and experiences and understand that the best candidates may come from the most unlikely of places.

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.

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.