Field/Machine Technician

Location: Georgetown, KY

Compensation: Up to $65,000 annually

Employment Type: Full-Time, On-site

Travel: Approximately 40%

Japanese language ability required

Position Summary

Support industrial equipment projects involving conveyors, robotics, manufacturing machinery, and equipment design/installation. This role coordinates projects from customer requirements and estimating through installation and completion. Japanese language ability is required to communicate technical requirements and coordinate projects with Japan-based teams.

Key Responsibilities

• Support projects involving conveyors, robotics, paint systems, and other manufacturing machinery.
• Coordinate customer meetings and on-site equipment inspections.
• Review customer requirements, equipment specifications, and technical/design information.
• Communicate technical requirements with Japan-based teams.
• Prepare proposals, specification reports, estimates, and customer quotations.
• Obtain quotes from equipment suppliers, vendors, and subcontractors.
• Coordinate equipment production, shipping, installation, and modifications.
• Prepare installation instructions and manage project/construction schedules.
• Coordinate technical personnel, contractors, vendors, and customers during installations.
• Oversee equipment installation and construction at customer facilities.
• Track project costs, schedules, issues, and completion documentation.
• Assist with equipment selection, including pumps, fans, valves, and filters.

Qualifications

Required:

• Japanese language ability required for technical and project communication with Japan-based teams.
• Experience with conveyors, robotics, equipment design, manufacturing machinery, or related industrial equipment.
• Understanding of industrial/mechanical equipment and installation processes.
• Basic sheet-metal and fabrication knowledge, including bending, cutting, and welding methods.
• Ability to understand technical specifications and design requirements.
• Strong customer, vendor, and project coordination skills.
• Ability to travel up to 40%, including potential domestic and international travel.

Preferred:

• Automotive manufacturing or industrial automation experience.
• Experience with machinery installation, modification, or construction projects.
• Knowledge of paint booths, ovens, conveyor systems, pretreatment, or E-coat systems.
• Understanding of psychrometric charts, duct/piping pressure loss, and heat-source principles.