Engineering Team Assistant Manager

LMC ENTERPRISES dba Chemco, dba Flo-Kem

Ceres, CA

Pay: $90,000-$130,000/yr

Shift: Full time

**Company Overview**

Chemco manufactures and distributes industrial cleaning compounds and related dispensing equipment. Its products serve food processing, water and wastewater treatment, metal finishing, transportation, janitorial, and other applications.

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JOB SUMMARY

** The Engineering Assistant Manager position is responsible for running job installations out in the field, managing, mentoring/training service technicians, selling, installing, servicing, maintaining, and repairing chemical dispensing equipment and parts.

**ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:**

• Promote and sell company products and services by supporting field staff and interacting with established customers and new prospects; provide consulting support to sales groups as needed.
• Provide bids and assist in quoting jobs and terms for installation services and projects; assist the team with survey work and project-oriented opportunities.
• Provide technical support and troubleshooting to field staff and customers, identifying and resolving customer challenges in a timely manner; stay proactive to overcome issues before they become real problems.
• Manage day-to-day activities of the service technicians; plan and establish technical service visits; adjust the daily schedule to meet customer needs, including “on call” as needed.
• Travel throughout the assigned territory to make routine service visits; build relationships and communicate with key personnel at customer facilities and within the region.
• Maintain, diagnose, and repair all chemical storage, feed, and control equipment; recommend the type, use, and placement of equipment with a high degree of expertise.
• Lead and oversee service technicians in performing BIPs (high-pressure cleaning) and the cleaning and maintenance of boilers, evaporative condensers, and cooling towers to fulfill contractual obligations; transport tools, equipment, and parts to job sites; and perform BIPs and assist with cooling tower cleaning as needed.
• Monitor and maintain customer equipment and parts inventory, including obtaining PO numbers and placing parts and equipment orders; responsible for company-provided credit cards.
• Prepare service reports, inventory forms, purchase orders, and other company reports; provide written reports to customers and the home office within required time frames; manage expenses within budget.
• Maintain knowledge of company products and services and stay current with technical trends and client requirements (lock-out/tag-out, GMPs, etc.); assist in developing service programs; participate in joint company efforts; develop capabilities and duties to better serve clients and create future opportunities.

**REQUIRED EDUCATION AND QUALIFICATIONS:**

• High School Diploma or Equivalent, AA Degree or Trade School a plus
• Practical understanding of equipment operation, including troubleshooting process issues and adjusting controls to support safe and effective performance; background in PLC technology, including basic troubleshooting of automated equipment.
• Experience installing, calibrating, and troubleshooting industrial instrumentation, including sensors, transmitters, and process controllers used in chemical feed and control applications.
• Working knowledge of electrical control circuits, motors, and variable frequency drives (VFDs), including troubleshooting and setup.
• Experience with field installations, commissioning, startup, and functional testing of chemical dispensing, feed, and control equipment.
• Basic proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook; effective communication skills, including English grammar and writing.
• Ability to prioritize and manage multiple projects at once; strong problem-solving and analytical skills; proactive about issues, challenges, and opportunities; understands the importance of follow-through.
• Good customer service skills; works well with different personalities as a dedicated team player; works with minimal supervision in a fast-paced environment but knows when to ask for help.
• Well-groomed, neat appearance; flexible shifts and adaptability to changing schedules; maintains a valid driver’s license and auto insurance; complies with all company policies, procedures, and safety guidelines.

**PREFERRED TECHNICAL SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:**

The following technical skills and experience are preferred but are not required qualifications for this position.

• Familiarity with industrial automation and PLC programming software, including platforms such as Allen-Bradley/Rockwell Automation (Studio 5000, RSLogix, FactoryTalk), Siemens, or other comparable systems.
• Familiarity with HMI systems and industrial communications, including Ethernet/IP, Modbus, or comparable protocols.
• Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, and equipment drawings.

**PHYSICAL DEMANDS:**

(See Physical Demands Analysis for additional Information.)

• Sitting and standing for extended periods of time.
• Driving.
• Moderate walk