Job Title: Technical Services Representative
Department: Structural Steel Business
Location: Jacksonville, TX (Preferable)
Company: Axalta Coating Systems
Position Overview
Axalta's Structural Steel business is seeking an entry-level Technical Services Representative to join our team. This role is ideal for candidates looking to start their careers in a dynamic, hands-on technical environment. The position focuses on ensuring the quality and performance of our coatings through testing, data analysis, and customer collaboration.
Key Responsibilities
Sample Testing and Analysis:Perform routine tests on inbound tank samples to assess various physical markers and ensure quality standards are met.Identify trends and anomalies in test results, contributing to quality assurance efforts.Data Management and Communication:Enter testing data accurately into the designated database, maintaining thorough records.Communicate results and recommendations to customers and/or the sales team based on data insights.Customer and Plant Support:Participate in plant visits to perform line audits and process reviews, with or without sales personnel.Assist in troubleshooting production processes and providing technical support to optimize customer operations.Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in Chemistry, Materials Science, or a related technical field preferred, or equivalent experience in coatings or structural steel industries.Some experience in quality testing, technical services, or manufacturing environments is preferred but not required.Familiarity with laboratory testing equipment and techniques is a plus.Strong attention to detail and a willingness to learn and grow in a technical role.Effective communication and interpersonal skills, with a customer-focused approach.Willingness to travel for plant visits and customer interactions.Preferred Skills
Basic knowledge of coatings or manufacturing processes.Experience with data entry and database systems.Problem-solving mindset and ability to work independently and collaboratively.Our Company:
Axalta has remained at the forefront of the coatings industry by continually investing in innovative solutions. We engineer technologies that protect customers’ products – whether they are battling heat, light, corrosion, abrasion, moisture, or chemicals – and add dimension and beauty with colorful finishes. We have a vast and ever-evolving portfolio of brands primed to play an important part in everything from modernizing infrastructure around the world to enabling the next generation of electric and autonomous vehicles.
Axalta operates its business in two segments: Performance Coatings and Mobility Coatings, which serve four end markets, including Refinish, Industrial, Light Vehicle and Commercial Vehicle, across North America, EMEA, Latin America and Asia-Pacific. Our diverse global footprint allows us to deliver solutions in over 140+ countries and coat 30 million vehicles per year. We’ve recently set an exciting 2040 carbon neutrality goal, in addition to 10 other sustainability initiatives, and we take pride in working with our customers to optimize their businesses and achieve their goals.
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