Technical Service Representative - Aerospace: 1st Shift

If you are unable to complete this application due to a disability, contact this employer to ask for an accommodation or an alternative application process. Technical Service Representative - Aerospace: 1st Shift Full-time Regular Greenville, SC, US (1 Attachment) 8 days ago Requisition ID: 1108 Technical Service Representative – Aerospace Schedule: Monday–Friday, 1st Shift Pay Range (based on experience and qualifications) Since 1923, Hentzen Coatings, Inc. has remained an independent, privately held company dedicated to excellence in the development and manufacture of advanced coatings. Our commitment to innovation, quality, and service has earned us recognition as a trusted partner and technology leader in the aerospace, defense, and industrial markets. With nearly a century of experience, we’ve mastered the art of custom‑engineering coatings to meet the unique and demanding requirements of our customers. This innovation comes to life in our state‑of‑the‑art facilities, where talented teams collaborate to solve complex challenges and deliver cutting‑edge solutions. Position Summary The Technical Service Representative – Aerospace is a vital role that assists customers and internal Hentzen departments with a variety of responsibilities. The role works with Sales and leads customer relations by providing valuable insight through audits of paint line processes, troubleshooting equipment‑related problems, and offering solutions to application issues. It also assists the lab in qualifying products and evaluating application properties of new and existing product lines. Exceptional Application Expertise: In‑depth understanding of applying solvent‑based and water‑based products. Extensive knowledge of application equipment and methods for military and commercial aircraft. Strong Communication and Presentation Skills: Ability to communicate efficiently with a wide variety of end users and stakeholders, including lab personnel, management, process engineers, and painters. Customer Support & Troubleshooting: Troubleshoot paint line processes and implement corrective actions. Field Audits & Trials: Conduct line audits, coating qualification testing, and customer trials. Process Optimization: Recommend productivity, quality, and efficiency enhancements to customers’ paint line processes. Equipment Management: Mastery of painting equipment including electrostatic guns, HVLP guns, proportioning mixers, wet/dry film thickness gauges, and viscosity meters. Documentation & Training: Prepare technical reports, update Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), and train customers on best practices. Full Knowledge of PPE and Safety Protocol: Understand and fully implement required safety practices. Professional appearance required for this position. Perform other miscellaneous duties as assigned. Qualification Requirements Education: Minimum of High School or GED required or extensive, relevant vocational experience. A bachelor’s degree in a related field is considered a plus. Experience: Five to ten years of hands‑on experience with aerospace coating application, preferably as a painter, field technician, or technical service professional. Technical Competencies: Strong working knowledge of aerospace paint application equipment, coating systems, and curing processes. Fundamental understanding of paint chemistry is required. Skills and Abilities Analytical & Problem‑Solving Skills: Demonstrated ability to perform root‑cause analysis, troubleshoot complex process issues, and communicate findings clearly and effectively. Excellent computer skills (Microsoft Office – Word, Excel, Outlook), Concur, ERP system, and standard office equipment. Leadership: Ability to lead by example, influence without authority, and work effectively within cross‑functional teams. Core values: Integrity, Loyalty, Passion, Commitment, and Respect. Exceptional written and verbal communication skills with the ability to adapt messaging to technical and non‑technical audiences. Willingness and ability to travel more than 50% of the time. Work Environment & Physical Requirements Physical Demands Regularly required to communicate verbally and audibly in a manufacturing or operational setting. Frequently required to stand, walk, and move throughout the work area. Regular use of hands and fingers to handle, manipulate, and control objects, tools, or equipment. Required to sit, balance, stoop, and occasionally reach above shoulder level. Occasional operation of machinery using foot controls. May be required to climb, balance, and reach overhead as part of job duties. Ability to regularly lift and or move up to 65 lbs. Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) Safety shoes, safety glasses, and flame‑retardant uniforms or lab coats are required in production areas. Respirators and ear plugs are required for specific production processes. Benefits Competitive benefits package. Generous PTO policy. 401(k) Employer Match: We match employee contributions up to 8% of eligible compensation. Profit Sharing: Discretionary annual contribution based on company performance. Employee referral bonus program. Monthly employee food trucks. ... and more! At Hentzen, you’ll find more than a job—you’ll discover an opportunity to learn, grow, and make an impact. If you’re ready to join a company known for its heritage of innovation and dedication to its people, we invite you to explore a rewarding career with us. Hentzen Coatings, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer, including Veterans and Individuals with Disabilities. All candidates are subject to post‑offer testing: including a job‑related pre‑employment physical, drug screen, and background check. Hentzen Coatings, Inc. Attn: Human Resources 6937 W. Mill Road Milwaukee, WI 53218 or

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