This is a remote position with location in the Western US, preferably near a national airport, but would consider other locations for the right fit / candidate.

As Field Quality Controls Specialist, you will represent all divisions of Hussmann manufacturing to customers within your assigned region while collaborating with multi-regional and cross functional teams and third part contractors, to achieve desired results within budget and to specified quality and customer requirements, and within the project schedule.

You will also support the development of organizational and departmental processes to improve product release and delivery execution speed and effectiveness, including analyzing and supporting the implementation NTD, NPD, and COD requests as required

Responsibilities

Support the controls release to customer field strategy for all Hussmann products by serving as liaison between the engineering, manufacturing, sales, product management, warranty customers, contractors, and Field Quality Project Lead and Technical Support teams.

Key Job functions include :

Utilize knowledge of refrigeration controls applications to mitigate customer risk during installation and start up

Provide proactive support for key customer onboarding and special projects and new product and controls releases

Collaborate with cross functional teams to meet project objectives, drive root cause, and mitigate customer risk

Advise in the customer support process related to the delivery and startup of sustaining and new products

Participate in meeting cadences with cross functional teams to ensure robust support plans for field escapes, issues, large customer start up projects, and new products and controls start ups

Effectively manage individual utilization including maintaining itinerary plans and proactively communicating to manager and leads when schedule permits special project work

Collaborate with cross functional teams to meet project objectives, drive root cause, and mitigate customer risk

Champion projects to completion

Support process improvement activities

Oversee complex order and new product builds

Conducting plant and customer site audits to identify opportunities for continuous improvement of product and processes.

Interact directly with customers, contractors, technicians and engineering providing advanced level technical expertise in order to instill confidence in Hussmann equipment, installation, technical support, and service and will also have the experience to provide startup support on refrigeration systems and merchandisers as needed.

This position is customer facing; therefore, professionalism is of the utmost importance as the FQS is viewed as Hussmann’s technical expert .

Capable of influencing warranty expenditures by identifying and resolving issues prior to equipment start-up

Support peers and technicians in Controls startup and functionality

Facilitate / Coordinate Training as required

Provide Peer to Peer Training

Create Training Material as required

Requirements :

High School Diploma and Technical Degree required; Bachelor’s Degree preferred

A minimum of 7 years Refrigeration / HVAC or related industry experience

Must have advanced industry product knowledge; hands on understanding of complex refrigeration systems; and advanced knowledge of electrical controls and equipment

Minimum 7 years Field Project Management experience

Strong Microsoft Office skills, specifically Excel, PowerPoint, and Word

Experience facilitating meetings with cross functional teams preferred

Experience managing complex customer start ups

Ability to speak effectively before groups of customers or employees of organization

Manufacturing new product launch / build experience a plus

Mobility within work facilities including manufacturing and installation sites

Knowledgeable and / or trainable in Hussmann systems (Aftermarket, Tavant, CRM Dynamics, QMS, and Team Center)

Up to 70% independent travel to manufacturing and customer sites

Closing Date : July 1, 2024 The salary range of $74,035 - $142,375 is just one component of Hussmann’s total package. Actual compensation varies depending on the individual’s knowledge, skills, experience and location.

This role may be eligible for discretionary bonuses and incentives. The minimum hourly wage for this role will be the greater of the posted range, or minimum wage for the location where the employee will be working, subject to local minimum wage requirements.

Our organization offers benefits that are the best fit for you at every stage of your career : Comprehensive Insurance Plans : Health, Dental and Vision, 401k with Company Matching Contribution, Discretionary 401k Company Contribution, Tuition Reimbursement Program, Life / Disability Insurance, Family Leave, Panasonic Employee Discounts, Paid Vacation and Holidays, Wellness Program, Identity Protection, Community Stewardship, Employee Assistance Program and more.

Hussmann is a subsidiary of Panasonic USA. Finding a better way has always been the Hussmann way. Since 1906, our focus on innovation has helped food retailers succeed.

We hold over a 122 patents and 320 international patents from more than a dozen countries. We collaborate with customers across a variety of food retail segments as we work towards fulfilling a promise for better businesses, better partners, and a better world.

Hussmann is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to veteran status, disability, age, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, genetics, marital status, pregnancy, or any other non-merit based factor.

Last updated : 2024-05-23