Dairy Process Engineer

Remote
Full Time
Experienced
Company Overview:
Separators is North America’s leading independent provider specializing in the service, repair, and remanufacturing of Alfa Laval, Tetra Pak and Westfalia centrifuge equipment.  We have various offerings, from service and parts to automation technology and consulting, but above all else, Separators is a service company.
  • We serve the needs of our customers and focus on keeping their facilities and their equipment running at optimal levels.
  • We serve our employees by providing the resources and support they need to not only complete their job but to be successful in their work.
Throughout Separators there is a commitment to teamwork, which does not always mean working together, but it does mean working in the same direction.  As we continue to grow as a company and work with more client, we’re on the lookout for individuals to join our team to support the company throughout the United States.

Job Summary:
The Dairy Process Engineer strives to always demonstrate the characteristics of the “Separators Way” by working cooperatively with customers and each internal department to provide technical support and training.  Supporting both planned and unplanned needs and providing timely assistance in a manner which builds business and working relationships are critical to this role.


The Separators Way:
  • Passionate about the success of our customers and our business.
  • Empowered with high expectations to deliver consistent excellence to our customers, remembering that our customers are both external and internal.
  • Committed to “rowing the same direction”, working as a team first to deliver consistent results as individuals.
  • A willingness to consistently work hard, tenacious enough to overcome obstacles and a curiosity to solve problems to make the business better.  Willing to fail and try again.  Be gritty.
  • Processes and tools that assist the team by providing the guidance and information needed to positively impact the business.
  • Doing everything the “right way” by adhering to our core values of Customer Service, Continuous Improvement, Mutual Respect, Integrity, and Trust.
Job Responsibilities:
  • Provide process / product support to customers and the entire Sep. Inc. organization.  While support of all departments is required, focus should be placed on growth opportunities.  Collaboration with the Sales team is critical to the success of this role.
  • Participate in engineering and pre-installation meetings for equipment sales.  Review customer processes and installation site prior to shipment (prior to quotation is preferred) to ensure a successful project.
  • Conduct spin tests and provide written reports capturing results on all customer submitted samples.
  • Be available (as required) for equipment start-ups, for technical support and training of Service Techs., Sales Managers and customer personnel.
  • Actively promote and provide customer product / process consulting services, including paid training programs.
  • Conduct all business in a timely and professional manner which enhances the company’s reputation and fosters team building and collaboration.
  • Help the company capture, centralize, and keep current product / process information.  Communicate this information to the appropriate teams.
  • Assist with customer process issues and technical review during potential warranty claims.
  • Working with each department manager, provide technical training to employees that will increase the company’s ability to service our customers. 
  • Ability to review processes and customer requests with limited assistance and oversight.
  • Desire to learn about centrifuges and understand the technical knowledge of centrifuge performance and design and how it functions in a customer’s overall process.
  • Ability to lead an equipment opportunity (pre-installation meetings, engineering meetings and startup) with some supervision. 
  • Provide project management for special initiatives (i.e.: machine modifications, new applications, USDA, etc.) or customer driven projects.
  • Provide a technical presence to answer customer questions.
  • 5 plus years of dairy (milk, whey, cheese, etc) process experience
  • Always represent Separators Inc. in a professional and courteous manner.
Key Performance Measures:
  • Work to minimize warranty claims.  Work to ensure the successful launch of remanufactured equipment.
  • Eliminate the misapplication of any equipment.  Clearly communicate potential issues as appropriate.
  • Manage time and all expenses in a value oriented, cost-effective way.
Requirements & Qualifications:
  • High school Diploma required; Post high school technical school or secondary education/degree preferred.
  • 5 years of dairy process experience
  • Limited technical knowledge of centrifuge performance and design.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
  • Proficient at Microsoft office, Dynamics CRM.
  • Ability to travel extensively (up to 25%).
  • Physical ability to safely perform labor and travel.
Job Type
  • Full Time; Exempt
  • Travel up to 25%
Benefits
  • Health Insurance with Health Savings Account (if eligible)
  • Dental/Vision Insurance
  • Life/Disability Insurance
  • 401(k) with employer match
  • Paid Vacation/Sick Time
  • Paid Holidays
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Wellness Program
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