TECHNICAL SERVICE REPRESENTATIVE IV

Concept: TECHNICAL SERVICE REPRESENTATIVE IV

Technical Service Representative IV
Ashland Distribution Company - Plastics
Division of Ashland Inc.
Western U.S. (Primarily Midwest and Plains States)

Ashland Inc. (NYSE:ASH), a FORTUNE 500, diversified chemical company provides innovative products, services and solutions to customers around the globe. Ashland has sales and operations in the United States and in more than 100 countries worldwide. Our operations include four wholly owned divisions: Ashland Performance Materials, Ashland Distribution, Valvoline and Ashland Water Technologies. We've come a long way since we started in 1924 as a regional petroleum refiner. We're a growing, dynamic company with a vision that gives us a strong sense of who we are and an unyielding commitment to how we practice business.
*FORTUNE 500 is a registered trademark of Time Inc.

As a Technical Service Representative in the Plastics group, you will be working in a field service position. This individual must be able to assist in sales efforts, as required. This could include evaluations of new materials, troubleshooting operations and providing plant audits in order to improve operations. However, the majority of the time the Technical Service Representative will be expected to travel independently, assisting customers with their technical service requirements.

Geographic area of responsibility will be the Western U.S., with priority given to the upper Midwest and plains states.

To qualify, you will need the following:

Bachelor of Science (BS)
At least 15 years previous experience in plastic processing, technical service or troubleshooting is required. Some level of expertise is required in Blow Molding, Rotational Molding and/or Extrusion markets.
Excellent communication and organizational skills
Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States

* This job is based on a ladder structure and the job level (salary) will be determined by the quantity and quality of your experience.

In return, we offer our associates a competitive salary, comprehensive benefits package, and opportunities for development and advancement throughout our global organization.

At Ashland, we are determined to win our customers through dedicated people and excellent service!

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Ashland is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Affirmative Action Employer M/F/D/V.

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