Technical Specialist -Adhesive Applications/Coating Technologies

Description BASF is the world's leading chemical company. We offer intelligent solutions based on innovative products and tailor-made services. We create opportunities for success through trusted and reliable partnerships. BASF Corporation, headquartered in New Jersey, is the North American affiliate of BASF SE, Ludwigshafen, Germany. BASF employs more than 15,000 in North America and had sales of approximately $17.5 billion in 2008. BASF is the world’s leading chemical company. Its portfolio ranges from chemicals, plastics, performance products, agricultural products and fine chemicals to oil and gas. As a reliable partner to virtually all industries, BASF’s high-value products and intelligent system solutions help its customers to be more successful. BASF develops new technologies and uses them to meet the challenges of the future and open up additional market opportunities. It combines economic success with environmental protection and social responsibility, thus contributing to a better future. BASF has approximately 97,000 employees and posted sales of €62 billion (approximately $91.6 billion) in 2008. At BASF Corporation, we value the differences in our workforce as they are key to the success of our business and to the achievement of our status as "partner of choice." Consistent with our values, BASF has an inclusive environment that promotes respect and dignity for all in the work place. BASF is proud to be an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer.

This position supports the development of new business opportunities and support of ongoing business. The individual in this position visits customers with the sales force, and independently as needed. Designs and provides technical guidance for lab projects and provides technical support for customer applications. Consults with colleagues, and Applications and Analytical Lab in initiating, coordinating and supervising projects for the development of our product lines in Pressure Sensitive Label and Graphics and Tape Adhesives, and Industrial Adhesives, and assists in the development of sales. Interacts with R&D, QC, and Manufacturing personnel as well as International colleagues in the development and maintenance of products.

Requirements

• Minimum BS Degree in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering or related field. Advanced degree preferred.  BASF recognizes Institutions of Higher Education which are accredited by the Council for Higher Education Accreditation or equivalent. 
  
• Minimum ten years of compounding experience, using water-borne Acrylic polymers for Pressure Sensitive Label and/or Graphics applications.  Fewer years of experience acceptable with an advanced degree.
  
• Minimum ten years of compounding experience, using water-borne Acrylic and/or SBR polymers for Industrial Adhesives used in Packaging Lamination or Product Assembly applications. Fewer years of experience acceptable with an advanced degree.
  
• A solid technical knowledge of adhesive application/coating technologies is required. Additional experience with water-borne Acrylic and SBR polymers for non-woven binders desired.
  
• Strong communication skills are required, as well as proficiency with Microsoft Office applications.