Junior Application Technician - Performance Coatings

Summary Stahl is the global leader in specialty coatings for flexible materials. Our solutions are the invisible force behind the everyday materials used in countless industries - from automotive and apparel to luxury goods, footwear, packaging and home furnishings. We are a company that creates great consumer experiences. When people touch our products, we touch their lives - this is the impact we make each and every day. Essential Duties and Responsibilities Prepare application formulations and apply on customer supplied substrates. Application of formulated coatings to be performed at lab or pilot scale by spray, gravure, dip/nip, pad bath or similar methods. Testing to customer requirements of finished parts for physical properties, color/aesthetics and flammability. Work with an interdisciplinary team locally, nationally and globally to support and promote development of Stahl chemistry and capabilities. Present and share findings with Technical Sales, Customer, internal R&D and Applications team. Organizes and records all pertinent testing information in the laboratory project files as references for future use, and maintains all documents, prints or items generated from projects. Maintains a clean, organized, and orderly work area and laboratory space assigned. This role is in support of customer trials at our Center of Excellence for N. American automotive customers, so customer interaction and a professional presentation is expected. Other duties as assigned. Qualifications To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily and in a timely manner. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Must be eligible to work in the US (Required). Education and/or Experience Position is intended for an individual in active pursuit of a bachelor’s degree in Chemistry, Textile Sciences, Chemical Engineering, Plastic Engineering, Mechanical Engineering or other related sciences. Hands on experience including formulation of specialty coatings, color matching, plant processing procedures, quality control test procedures or technical service are preferred. Language Skills Effective Communication Skills Are Required. Mathematical Skills Ability to do basic math and write legibly. Computer Skills Basic Computer Skills Are Required. SAP experience preferred. Knowledge of Microsoft office. Physical Demands The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. This position may require periods of long standing. Lifting of up to 50 lbs on an intermittent basis. Some mechanical ability is preferred to adjust application equipment. Job Type Full-time Benefits 401(k) 401(k) matching Dental insurance Employee assistance program Flexible spending account Health insurance Health savings account Life insurance Paid time off Vision insurance Ability to Commute Apex, NC 27502 (Required) #J-18808-Ljbffr Stahl