Technical Services Specialist

About PVS Chemicals, Inc.

PVS enables our world through the safe and reliable delivery of chemistry, either created by us or sourced through trusted partners. The products and services that we provide touch everyone in some unique way. We are passionate about the work we do and abide by our guiding principles, The Nicholson Nine, to be a safe and sustainable chemical provider the world trusts. With a career at PVS, you'll play a vital role in the daily lives of millions of people.

• Key Responsibilities (may include but not limited to):
• Provide expert-level technical service support (internal and external) by:
• Serving as the primary technical liaison between customers and sales teams.
• Conduct technical training/presentation for internal teams and external customers on chemical products.
• Develop technical literature, data sheets, presentations, and reports.
• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of industry trends, technologies, and competitor products.
• Source new products for Purchasing and Sales and identify new vendors strategic product lines that will complement our current offering.
• Provide offset recommendations and formulation assistance to support changing market dynamics.
• Participate in root cause analysis and provide solutions for product related customer complaints.
• Assist with regulatory and quality compliance related to product use and specifications.
• Willingness to travel on technical joint calls with the sales team to visit customers. Some overnight travel may be required.

Required Education / Training / Equivalent Experience (prior to hire / transfer:

• Four-year college degree or equivalent experience in a chemistry-related field (Chemical Engineering, Chemistry, Chemical Sciences, etc.).
• Additional experience in sales, and/or marketing is a plus.
• Strong understanding of chemical formulations, materials testing, and industrial application processes.
• Familiarity with analytical techniques (e.g., GC, FTIR, rheology, titration).
• Trained in problem solving techniques and team building skills.
• Experienced in Microsoft Office applications
• Excellent communication skills - written and verbal.
• People / team oriented.

OJT (Required within the initial employment period – varies per position and experience):

• Knowledge of suppliers’ product lines and chemical database software.
• Applicable internal applications training
• Knowledge of all facility departments and specific functions.
• Training requirements from the New Employee Checklist.
• Participate in vendor training as needed.

Benefits Include:

• Paid Time Off
• Health Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Coverage
• Life Insurance
• Short Term Disability
• Health Savings Account
• 401K Matching

PVS values diversity and is committed to upholding the laws and regulations published by the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission. As an equal opportunity employer, PVS makes all employment-related decisions based upon qualifications, merit, and business needs.

Applicants must be able to pass a drug screen and background check.