Now Hiring! Regional Technical Specialist - Paint Detack and Wastewater (ECT-Chemetall)

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.

We are looking for a Regional Technical Specialist - Paint Detack and Wastewater to join our Sales team; this is a remote position that covers N.A. This individual can be based in the U.S., Canada, or Mexico; however, preferably near an international airport.

The Regional Technical Specialist (RTS) is a North American position (U.S., Canada and Mexico), reporting to the Regional Technical Specialist Manager, aligning within the Key Industry Sales Group.

As a Regional Technical Specialist - Paint Detack and Wastewater (ECT-Chemetall), you create chemistry by...

• Will be the technical coach and mentor to Senior Technical Specialists (STS).
• Will be the top of the training pyramid, with taking responsibility for developing and assigning trainings and training of STS and provide specific technical training to the Technical Service Specialists (TSS) when the STS is unable to provide training.
• Responsible for training customers on specific technologies and processes as needed.
• Attend technical conferences and deliver technical information (white papers) as needed.
• Third line of technical support with customers.
• Develop, gather, and share best practices for specific industries within NA and Global industry segments and applications.
• Conduct tests for technical approvals for segment sponsored customers, onsite or in BASF/Chemetall labs.
• Lead NA beta-site testing and feedback of new technologies, collaborating with Global / Regional Marketing and Technology.
• Support and promote roll-out of new technologies; being the conduit for innovation relaying back information from the customer to Technology and Marketing.
• Participate in regional and/or global customer start-ups as required.
• Participate in business reviews for Key Regional Accounts as required.
• Support Technical audits.
• Support key customers, Industry Sales, and STS for assisting in process design improvements as needed.
• Make product recommendations to field sales that are aligned with Industry best practices and Product Management initiatives, based on legislative and customer requirements.
• Establish and ensure continuity and standards of Technical Service quality across the organization.

If you have...

• BS Degree, preferably in a science field, or the equivalent in training or experience.
• Minimum 5 years of technical service experience required.
• Paint Detack and Wastewater Technology expert regarding chemical and application knowhow.
• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Ability to conduct technical trainings and mentor technical specialists.
• People development, incl. technical skill development, and cross trainings.
• Interface management with sales, customer, and technology.
• Multicultural (CA, US, MX) mindset required.
• Multi-lingual a plus. (English, Spanish, French)
• Travel, average overnight travel of 60%.
• Preferably located in the vicinity of an airport with flight connections to CA, US and MX.

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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Pay transparency

BASF is committed to pay transparency practices. The competitive Pay Range for this role is $130,000-$160,000 USD. Actual pay will be determined based on education, certifications, experience, and other job-related factors permitted by law.

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.