Technical Sales Trainee - Chemicals
at Hydrite

Summary

Join our growing team as a Technical Sales Trainee and provide technical service support for wastewater treatment, food, sugar, soda ash, and other defoamer/polymer applications. As a problem-solver, you will troubleshoot, problem solve, and field test new products, application ideas, and equipment.

Requirements

• BS Degree in Engineering (Chemical preferred) and/or Business or other science-related field (chemistry, biochemistry, biology)
• Experience in the manufacturing industry or customer service role preferred
• Mechanical aptitude
• Experience with Microsoft Excel, Word and Powerpoint
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills (verbal and written)
• Valid driver’s license and excellent driving record (company car provided)
• Ability to write and speak proficiently

Responsibilities

• Maintain wastewater business at current accounts
• Help to close business where opportunities have been uncovered by sales reps
• Install and maintain feed systems such as metering pumps and polymer dilution systems
• Be proactive in identifying leads, qualifying them and closing opportunities that will enhance Hydrite’s long-term market viability
• Survey plants, utilize the various tools available to determine best-in-class solutions and offer unique chemical programs for our customers
• Effectively manage time and territory to maximize productive activities
• Write timely chemical treatment proposals and service reports
• Train customers on proper specialty chemical techniques and applications along with their importance for producing profitable paybacks to both organizations
• Provide direction and leadership - grow business within your account base
• Manage foam control and specialty programs proactively and consultatively
• Identify and facilitate corrective actions on-site immediately
• Work closely with the Account Manager and Regional Sales Manager to meet annual goals and objectives
• Build strong customer relationships from the production floor to the executive office

Benefits

• 401k and profit sharing
• Medical/dental/vision/life insurance
• Paid time off
• Tuition reimbursement
• Adoption assistance
• Legal services insurance
• Scholarship awards for children of employees
• Summer picnic
• Community giving events
• Free family wellness coaching including nutritionist and fitness coach