The OpportunityWe're looking for a
Product Support Manager to lead our Technical Support and Project Management teams, supporting VAL-CO's manufactured equipment and engineered systems used in the poultry, livestock, and horticultural industries. This is a salaried position,
$90,000+ depending on experience.
This is a hands-on technical leadership role focused on the performance, installation, application, and support of physical products and equipment in the field. You'll lead the teams responsible for helping customers successfully install, operate, troubleshoot, and maintain VAL-CO products while ensuring our post-sale project responsibilities are executed effectively.
From resolving complex mechanical and electrical challenges to overseeing equipment installations and developing strong customer relationships, you'll connect our products, people, and processes to deliver an exceptional customer experience.
Your focus will be on real-world products, equipment, mechanical and electrical systems, and the customers who depend on them. What You'll Do- Lead and Develop People: Provide direction and leadership to the Technical Support and Project Management teams. Establish priorities, set performance expectations, coach and develop employees, and ensure the team has the resources and capabilities needed to succeed.
- Drive Technical Equipment Support: Oversee global troubleshooting and support of VAL-CO's manufactured products and equipment, including mechanical and electrical systems, product applications, field service, installation, commissioning, and customer training. Step in personally when complex technical issues or customer needs require additional leadership and support.
- Oversee Equipment Installation and Project Execution: Lead post-sale project activities from kickoff through installation, commissioning, training, and closeout. Ensure project schedules, customer expectations, quality standards, and company commitments are met.
- Strengthen Cross-Functional Collaboration: Partner with Engineering, Sales, Operations, Quality, Customer Service, and other departments to improve coordination, resolve issues, and deliver a seamless customer experience.
- Manage Performance and Resources: Establish performance expectations, monitor key metrics, identify staffing and resource needs, and manage department travel and budget requirements.
- Resolve Complex Product and Field Challenges: Lead the investigation and resolution of equipment failures, product defects, installation challenges, warranty claims, and significant customer issues. Evaluate technical, safety, financial, and business risks while developing practical solutions and involving appropriate decision-makers when needed.
- Improve Product Performance: Identify recurring product, application, installation, and field issues. Bring customer and field experience back into the organization, partnering with Engineering, Quality, Product Management, and Operations to identify root causes and improve equipment design, reliability, installation processes, and serviceability.
- Represent VAL-CO: Build strong relationships with customers, dealers, and distributors. Provide professional, thoughtful leadership in challenging customer and project situations while communicating clearly, resolving conflict, and maintaining a service-oriented approach.
What You Bring- A four-year degree in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering, or equivalent relevant experience in mechanical, electrical, controls, or related technical fields.
- At least 7 years of experience in technical support, field service, project management, engineering support, product support, or a related technical environment, including 3+ years of leadership or supervisory experience.
- Experience supporting manufactured products, industrial equipment, machinery, agricultural equipment, or similar physical products.
- Strong working knowledge of mechanical and electrical equipment, systems, and applications, with the ability to interpret engineering drawings, schematics, specifications, and technical documentation.
- Demonstrated leadership, problem-solving, organizational, and decision-making skills.
- The ability to assess technical and business risks, manage competing priorities, and make sound decisions with appropriate independence.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills, including the ability to navigate difficult situations, resolve conflict, and work effectively with customers and cross-functional teams.
- A self-motivated, continuous-learning mindset with curiosity, initiative, and a commitment to improvement.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, particularly Excel.
- Willingness and ability to travel overnight to customer locations, including international locations.
Benefits- Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
- 401(k) Retirement Plan
- Life Insurance
- Health Savings Account (HSA)
- Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
- Paid Time Off (PTO)
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