Illinois Tool Works (ITW) is an $16 billion, multi-national, publicly traded (NYSE) company headquartered in Glenview, Illinois.
ITW has a strong commitment to operational excellence and innovation that has kept the company on a path of strong financial performance for more than 10 years. The company is built on a differentiated business model comprised of three unique core capabilities: our 80/20 business process, sustainable differentiation and our entrepreneurial culture. These have long been the core of who ITW is as a company and the source of our ability to deliver value-added solutions for our customers and differentiated financial performance for our shareholders.
ITW is growing, acquiring multiple companies annually over the past several years. ITW’s business model enables quick and decisive decisions for individuals seeking a fast-paced and challenging business model within the framework and strength of a large multinational corporation.
ITW GSE DIVISION
The ITW GSE Division is an industry leading manufacturer of Ground Support Equipment (GSE) to the aviation industry.
Core customers are Airports and Airlines in all countries around the World.
Core products are Power Supply Units for aircraft parked on the ground.
The ITW GSE has 2 factories and 2 sales offices:
ITW GSE Americas, Palmetto Florida
ITW GSE International, Odense Denmark
Sales Office Dubai
Sales Office Singapore
Organizationally ITW GSE is part of the Specialty Products Segment of Illinois Tool Works (ITW).
Job Description
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
The person filling this position will provide full time phone / email technical support for the GPU and PCA product line. This person will reside in the Palmetto facility and will be part of a the Customer Support Team. Specific duties will include:
Response to First Line Technical Support Requests received via support email of direct email or phone callsAssist the customer to order parts and determine what parts may be required.Archive Service Reports of works orders and/or warranty works ordersConduct Customer Product TrainingTest of spare power modules and software programming for spares ordersIn-house repairsManagement of Customer Support (Supply) stock itemsSpares order processingIn cooperation with Sales Director, Senior Manager and Accounting, manage/review customer accounts: terms, limit, discountsAssist R&D with root course to component failureWork as part of the Customer Support team to track trends in equipment issues for improvement opportunities,Sustain good work environment and development of tools, documentations, instructions etc.Document and maintain knowledge database (ex. Customer asks & we answer)Create troubleshooting guides as an aid to send to customersPrimary Warranty Claim initiatorsSome on-site Test, Commissioning and Product Training / technical support and repair worksAssist with repair works orders.Create and/or assist Product Managers with development and improvement of customer work instructions of how to replace components and update manuals and maintenance documents etcUtilize metrics to assure the team is providing the superior support our customer expect, and setting goals for department improvements
Qualifications
QUALIFYING REQUIREMENTS
Minimum five (5) years’ experience in the troubleshooting and repair of power generating equipment. Prior aircraft GSE experience preferred.Exceptional troubleshooting ability utilizing schematics, technical manuals, and assembly drawings.The ideal candidate will have prior experience with aircraft ground support equipment including: Mobile diesel GPUs. Solid state frequency converters, Engine driven generators, solid state power inverters, pre-conditioned air systems.Bi-lingual (English/Spanish) is a plus, but not required.2-year associate/technical degree in electronics or electrical engineering, military technical “C” school is also acceptable. Job experience can be considered in lieu of education.Exceptional interpersonal/communication skills (phone and email).Excellent computer skills, fluent in Microsoft Office suite.
Additional InformationITW GSE is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion, national origin, age, disability, or protected Veteran status or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws..
ITW is an equal opportunity employer. We value our colleagues’ unique perspectives, experiences and ideas and create workplaces where everyone can develop their careers and perform to their full potential.
As an equal employment opportunity employer, ITW is committed to equal employment opportunity and fair treatment for employees, beginning with the hiring process and continuing through all aspects of the employment relationship.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion, national origin, age, disability, protected Veteran status or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws.