Base Salary Range: $ 90,000-140,000                                    Reports to– Technical Service Director

Annual Bonus: Yes                                                                    Direct Reports –None

Remote: Yes                                                                                Status –Exempt

Company Website: www.schneiderequip.com

ABOUT SCHNEIDER

At Schneider Packaging Equipment Company, Inc. (“Schneider”), we believe innovation starts with the consumer. This approach has propelled our success in developing real-world solutions that allow us to automate the supply of life’s products. With over 50 years of industry problem-solving in end-of-line automation, Schneider is a leading manufacturer of case packing and robotic palletizing solutions. Headquartered in Upstate New York, we design state-of-the-art machinery for customers in industries such as: food and beverage, dairy, pharmaceutical, personal care, plastics, and paper.

Schneider is now a part of the Pacteon family of companies. Our continued growth has allowed us to really be our Customer’s one source for end of line packaging solutions.  

ABOUT PACTEON

Pacteon Group provides one source for best-in-class automation focused on end of line packaging solutions, providing the highest-level customer experience. Through a broad range of robotic and non-robotic equipment, ability to integrate solutions seamlessly across portfolio companies, and full sales and service coverage, Pacteon is uniquely positioned to design flexible and custom solutions for your automation needs. For more information on Pacteon, please visit www.pacteon.com .

OUR CORE VALUES

We believe and live our Core Values, our IPACT:

Integrity

Pride

Accountability

Customer Service

Teamwork

Our Pacteon Promise is “We make it right”. As our customer’s one source for end-of-line packaging solutions, everyone plays an important role to make that happen. We provide internal growth paths for our employees and support them in their professional development goals. Diversity is important to us; we are proudly an Equal Opportunity Employer striving for innovation and growth both for our employees and our Company.

SUMMARY AND PURPOSE

• The Aftermarket Project Manager is responsible for leading and managing all on-site activities during equipment installation, commissioning, and site acceptance phases. This role ensures that projects are executed safely, efficiently, and in accordance with customer specifications, timelines, and quality standards.
• The Aftermarket Project Manager serves as the primary on-site representative for Schneider, coordinating field resources, subcontractors, and customer personnel to ensure successful system integration and customer satisfaction.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Responsible for managing on-site execution from equipment delivery through site acceptance, including:
• Lead all on-site activities including installation, commissioning, debugging, and startup.
• Act as the primary point of contact at the customer site.
• Coordinate daily activities of field technicians, contractors, and other on-site personnel.
• Ensure compliance with all safety regulations, company policies, and customer site requirements.
• Review project scope, drawings, and specifications to ensure proper execution.
• Monitor installation progress and adjust plans as needed to meet project timelines.
• Identify and resolve on-site issues, escalating when necessary.
• Coordinate with Project Managers, Engineering, and internal teams to ensure alignment.
• Ensure equipment is installed and functioning according to specifications and quality standards.
• Oversee system commissioning, testing, and validation activities.
• Support customer training and handoff processes.
• Maintain accurate site documentation, including daily reports, issue logs, and progress updates.
• Communicate project status, risks, and changes to stakeholders regularly.
• Manage site logistics including scheduling, material coordination, and resource planning.
• Ensure punch list items are completed prior to site acceptance.
• Drive customer satisfaction through proactive communication and problem resolution.
• Support continuous improvement efforts by providing feedback on processes and designs.
• Assist with additional field service or internal projects as needed.
• Travel as required to customer sites, 50-75% of the year

PROFESSIONAL QUALIFICATIONS

• Education:
• Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in engineering, technical field, or related discipline preferred. Equivalent experience considered.
• Experience:
• 5+ years of experience in field service, installation, or site management in a manufacturing or automation environment.
• Experience with capital equipment installation and commissioning.
• Strong understanding of mechanical, electrical, and/or automation systems.
• Experience working in customer-facing, on-site roles.
• Skills: 
• Ability to predict challenges and seek to proactively head-off obstacles.
• Strong sense of personal accountability regarding decision-making.
• Excellent time management and organizational skills and experience establishing guidelines in these areas for others.

BENEFITS

• Medical/HSA/FSA
• Dental
• Vision
• 401k
• Company paid Life and AD&D
• Optional Life Insurance
• Flexible Work Schedule

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS & WORK REQUIREMENTS

Physical Requirement Never Sometimes Frequently

Sitting X

Standing/Walking X

Lifting/Carrying Upto 10 lbs X

Lifting/Carrying Upto 30 lbs X 

Pushing/Pulling X 

Keyboarding X

Gross Manipulation X

Fine Manipulation X

Driving X 

Stooping X 

Speaking X

Hearing X

Near Visual Acuity X

Ability to Travel X