Technical Service Specialist (BASF-Chemetall)

Now hiring! Technical Service Specialist (ECT-Chemetall)

Vance, AL. (Onsite)

We are looking for a Technical Service Specialist to join our Coatings team in Vance, AL. (Onsite).

Travel Requirement: this individual will travel once a week to another location which is 10 miles away from Vance, AL.

Come create chemistry with us!

BASF/Chemetall, is the Surface Treatment global business unit of BASF’s Coatings division, operating under the Chemetall brand, and a leading supplier of applied surface treatments worldwide. At BASF/Chemetall, we develop and manufacture tailor-made technology and system solutions for applied surface technology. Our products protect metals from corrosion, facilitate forming and treatment, prepare parts optimally for the painting process and ensure excellent coating adhesion. Our technologies and products are used in a variety of industries and end markets such as automotive, aerospace, aluminum finishing and metal forming.  

The chemical treatment of metal surfaces is BASF/Chemetall core competence. The focus of our worldwide activities is on the development and implementation of customized technology and system solutions for surface treatment.

As a Technical Service Specialist you will act as an onsite representative leading and coordinating all technical, purchasing, inventory, projects and reporting activities for their site, respondging to customer needs and complaints.

As a Technical Service Specialist (ECT-Chemetall), you create chemistry by...

• Completing all work with a commitment & focus on following all aspects of the guiding principles of BASF Responsible Care.
• Collecting data and issues designated reports (i.e., Daily, monthly).
• Ensuring performance of the chemicals by recommending and implementing actions to improve productivity, increase effectiveness, and reduce costs.
• Responding to customer requests regarding products, projects, information, and other inquiries.
• Managing on site inventories and ensuring timely ordering of products to avoid negatively impacting production.
• Reviewing process performance with the customer and operators to improve efficiency, increasing effectiveness, and reducing cost.
• Developing, training, monitoring, and motivating operators, while playing a key role in meeting all chemical treatment program goals.

If you...

• Hold a Bachelors Degree in Chemical Engineering, Chemistry, Engineering or related field (Preferred).
• Possess a solid understanding of the chemical process.
• Have a minimum of 2 years of technical experience. Holding a strong technical expertise regarding products, specifications, processes, operations, testing, and data collection.
• Have strong troubleshooting, root cause analysis, and problem-solving skills.
• Count with strong analytical experience working in testing and technical evaluation.
• Possess strong inventory management/control and product ordering skills.
• Are able to build and strengthen relationships with customer's technical department.
• Possess excellent communication and time management skills and are highly organized and detail oriented.

Create your own chemistry with you@BASF

At BASF, you will have the chance to do meaningful work towards building a more sustainable future. In addition to competitive compensation and benefits, BASF provides you with access to a wide range of elements to help you be your best. It’s what we call you@BASF. We are committed to providing benefits, programs, and opportunities that support our employees’ overall well-being, personal growth, and a safe, collaborative, and inclusive work environment.

Just some of the many benefits we offer include:

• Flexible work arrangements whenever possible
• Highly competitive retirement savings plan with company match and investment options
• Well-being programs that include comprehensive mental health support for you and your household family members
• Family forming benefits (fertility, adoption and surrogacy reimbursement, maternity/parental leave, and more)
• Back-up child and elder care with discount programs for families of all ages and stages
• Mentoring and career development opportunities that allow you to share, learn, and thrive
• Matching gifts program that allows you to deepen the impact of your contributions to qualified charities.
• Employee crisis support for when the unexpected happens
• Access to our BASF wine cellar, employee discounts, and much more!

About us

As one of the largest chemical companies in North America we have been finding solutions for your everyday needs and addressing the most complex economic, environmental, and sustainability challenges for more than 150 years!

At BASF we empower our employees with the tools, guidance and opportunities they need to advance and succeed in work and life. Giving you the support you need to be your best and fulfill your personal ambitions is what helps us create chemistry. After all, our success is linked to yours. Whatever path you envision, BASF is a great place to build a rewarding, successful career.

Belong to Something Bigger. #belongatBASF

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Equal employment opportunities

We are an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, age, citizenship, color, religion, sex, marital status, national origin, disability status, gender identity or expression, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis.