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Company Description

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.

The Technical Service Specialist will be an onsite representative that leads and coordinates all technical, purchasing, inventory, projects and reporting activities for their site, and will respond to customer needs and complaints.

This individual will work onsite at our customers site located in Reno, NV.

Formula For Success

• Completion of all work with a commitment & focus on following all aspects of the guiding principles of BASF Responsible Care.
• Collects data and issues designated reports (i.e., Daily, monthly).
• Ensure performance of the chemicals by recommending and implementing actions to improve productivity, increase effectiveness, and reduce costs.
• Responds to customer requests regarding products, projects, information, and other inquiries.
• Manage on site inventories and ensure timely ordering of products to avoid negatively impacting production.
• Review process performance with the customer and operators to improve efficiency, increase effectiveness, and reduce cost.
• Develops, trains, monitors, and motivates operators, while playing a key role in meeting all chemical treatment program goals.

Ingredients For Success

• BS Degree preferred (Chemical Engineering, Chemistry, Engineering)
• Understands the chemical process.
• Minimum of 2 years of technical experience required.
• Technical expertise regarding products, specifications, processes, operations, testing, and data collection.
• Strong troubleshooting, root cause analysis, and problem-solving skills.
• Strong analytical experience for testing and technical evaluation.
• Strong inventory management/control and product ordering skills.
• Relationship management, building and strengthening relationships with customer's technical department.
• Learn and understand Chemetall product portfolio.
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Excellent time management skills.
• Highly organized and detail oriented.
• 5% travel, will travel overnight once a month to Stockton, CA.

Create Your Own Chemistry: What We Offer You

We Offer An Exciting Growth Opportunity With a Very Competitive, Total Rewards Package, Which Includes a Wide Range Of Elements You Need To Be Your Best In Every Stage Of Your Life

• A Competitive Base Salary
• Great benefits including health insurance (medical, dental, vision) and Paid Time Off, starting on the first day
• Retirement Benefits, including company matching contributions
• Various Lifestyle Benefits (Maternity/Paternity Leave, Pet Insurance, and more)
• Employee Discounts
• Matching Donations to your favorite cause
• Tuition Reimbursement