Job Description:
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 colourful 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.
We are currently looking for a Technical Service Specialist to join us at Axalta and cover the Midlands OR/AND the North West of England.
Key responsibilities:
* Provide onsite technical support to existing & new customers.
* Manage line trials to develop new business.
* Carry out local colour or application adjustment for urgent needs.
* Coordinate regional colour updates between colour departments.
* Work with Area Sales Managers to provide solution-based selling opportunities.
* Conduct plant and process auditing and produce subsequent reports for guidance on areas of concern and improvement.
* Investigate and solve quality problems.
* Build relationships with key plastics accounts and trust in Axalta service level.
* Act as a member of the EMEA technical team to grow knowledge and competencies about Axalta plastic coating products and application processes.
Key requirements:
* Knowledge of both solvent and waterborne paint technology.
* Knowledge of application, products, and technologies.
* Knowledge of matching/shading colour and effect differences.
* Excellent time management and self-organization skills.
* Good communication skills.
* Proficiency in IT tools; ability to create presentations/analysis and present to internal/external audiences.
About Axalta:
Axalta operates its business in two segments: Performance Coatings and Mobility Coatings, serving four end markets: Refinish, Industrial, Light Vehicle, and Commercial Vehicle, across North America, EMEA, Latin America, and Asia-Pacific. Our global footprint allows us to deliver solutions in over 140 countries and coat 30 million vehicles annually. We are committed to sustainability, with a 2040 carbon neutrality goal and ten other initiatives, working with our customers to optimize their businesses and achieve their goals.
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