Dairy ProX Technical Project Manager

Description

GEA Group, founded in Germany in 1881, is a global leader in engineering solutions, serving industries such as food and beverage, pharma, dairy, and more. With over 18,000 employees worldwide and a strong U.S. presence since 1929, GEA combines the heritage of a well-established company with the innovation of a forward-thinking industry leader. At GEA, we’re not just building equipment, we’re building lasting careers with an average employee tenure range from 5 to over 11+ years, reflecting the strong culture, growth opportunities, and support we provide. Working at GEA Group has significant benefits: - Start strong – Medical, dental, and vision coverage begins on your first day - Recharge and refresh – Enjoy 12 paid holidays, including a flexible floating holiday, and 136 hours of PTO to relax or explore - Invest in your future – A 7% 401(k) employer match helps grow your retirement savings faster - Keep learning – Take advantage of tuition reimbursement to further your education or skillset - Live well – Our wellness incentive program rewards healthy habits - Get support when you need it – Access to a confidential Employee Assistance Program for personal or professional guidance - Save smart – Flexible Health Savings and Spending Accounts to manage out-of-pocket expenses

About GEA

• GEA is one of the largest suppliers for the food and beverage processing industry and a wide range of other process industries. Approximately 18,000 employees in more than 60 countries contribute significantly to GEA’s success – come and join them! We offer interesting and challenging tasks, a positive working environment in international teams and opportunities for personal development and growth in a global company.

• Why join GEA

• GEA is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants will therefore receive consideration for employment without regard to age, sex, race, color, religion, world view, national origin, genetics, disability, gender identity, marital status, sexual orientation, veteran status or any other protected characteristic required by applicable law. Applicants with disabilities are welcome and will be given special consideration if they are equally qualified.

Your profile and qualifications

• Troubleshooting competency, but not limited to:Multimeter testing of electrical circuitsCAN_BUS, RS-485, and ethernetPneumatic circuitsElectronic logic both PCB and PLC

• Multimeter testing of electrical circuits

• CAN_BUS, RS-485, and ethernet

• Pneumatic circuits

• Electronic logic both PCB and PLC

• Proficient with all diagnostic tools and applications related to GEA

• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

• Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills.

• Ability to function well in a high-paced and at times stressful environment.

• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related software.

• Other duties as assigned.

Your responsibilities and tasks

• Work with engineering and product management on new product roll out

• Become the technical expert on DairyProX semi-automated milking system

• Work with technical documentation department to update manuals when needed

• Create quick guides for DairyProX

• Support both technical and sales training for DairyProX

• Support project execution for installations

• Technical field expert for DairyProX NAM

• Support in field installations and optimization of DairyProX

• Support creation of online training courses and face to face classes

• Project management support of installations

• Support direct sales

• Have basic knowledge on system cleaning and “Good Cow Milking”

• Gain and maintain expert knowledge of features and benefits of DairyProX

• Analyze and review pre-start-up product requirements to ensure system stability and reliability

• Consult and support customers with troubleshooting equipment and software related issues, with ultimate solutions

• Reporting, evaluating and follow-up on farm visits/ start-ups for DairyProX

• Communicate with management by means of call reports, progress reports, and dealer evaluations.

• Assist in development of training

• Lead relevant trainings to internal GEA teams and external customers

• Travel up to 80%

• Assessment and project management of DairyProX semi-automated farms/dealerships

• Installation, commissioning, and startup of DairyProX semi-automated farms

• Ensure DairyProX requirements are completed on farm before installation

• Training on DairyProX operation on farm

• Support DairyProX hardware and software to ensure success in the market

• Ability to assess whole farm system to determine how to best optimize the hardware, software, maintenance, and routines to support dealers and customers

• Support regional team as an expert on the above topics

• Manage the process for on-farm work to ensure proper installation, commissioning, and startup of systems