Regional Training Instructor - Automotive Refinish

Now Hiring! Regional Training Instructor

Jessup, Maryland - Hybrid / Company Car

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Where the chemistry happens…

BASF Automotive Refinish Coatings Solutions offers high-quality refinish paint brands and paint-related products to body shops from around the world. Our solutions are approved by the world’s leading automotive manufacturers for the repair of their vehicles. We provide collision centers with a vast array of solutions that help drive their business performance and efficiency.  At the heart of our business are our people and our trainers who take care of our customers’ needs including car painting skills, advanced body shop management solutions, and sophisticated management solutions.  

We are looking for a Regional Training Instructor to join our team in Jessup, Maryland. This role involves providing training for the Automotive Refinish Group of BASF. As the Regional Trainer, you will lead the development and execution of technical application training programs and manage a training center. You will conduct courses for internal BASF team members, distributor team members, and end consumers, both in-person and virtually. Additionally, you will be responsible for creating e-Learning modules and serving as the digital expert for our digital tools and social media platforms. This role is crucial in implementing BASF's training strategy as a competitive advantage and requires an innovative thinker to drive new digital solutions and add value for our customers.  This role is based outside of Baltimore, MD.

You Create Chemistry By...

• Managing a training facility, including working with co-workers, agencies, and vendors to obtain third party services for maintenance and on-going operations
• Researching and implementing new training methods and digital solutions to drive innovation in our training procedures and add value with customers. You will also Identify future training opportunities and create a curriculum to facilitate that training
• Leading and facilitating training courses for internal and external customers, both in-person and virtually, including technical and digital business software
• Developing and coordinating training material for certifications and other courses that pertain to the refinish process.
• Participating on the User Acceptance Team for Refinity color and business solutions, as well as assisting in development of ideas and strategies for value-added programs and services.
• Participating in collision industry events to support BASF’s initiatives.

If you...

• Have a Bachelor’s degree (preferred) or have at least 5 years in the automotive collision industry with technical hands-on experience.
• Have previous training instructor expertise or a high school diploma with ten years of industry expertise in the automotive collision industry. 
• Are experienced in leading and facilitating groups (preferred) and have strong leadership skills, excellent team building, and organization skills
• Have excellent ability to leverage digital solutions. 
• Are an expert with applying automotive refinish products.
• Are proficient in Word, Excel, and Power Point and comfortably navigate multiple computer software packages. 

Then...

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At BASF you get more than just compensation, Medical & Dental. Our total offer includes a wide range of elements you need to be your best in every stage of your life. That’s what we call you@BASF. Our Periodic Table of Benefits includes some additional perks below for starters…

• Flexible Work Arrangements whenever possible
• Retirement Benefits
• Maternity/Paternity Leave, Infertility & Adoption reimbursement
• Mentoring & Development Programs
• Employee Discounts
• Pet insurance
• Matching Donations to your favorite cause
• Access to our BASF Wine Cellar and much more!

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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.

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