Technical Applications Specialist
This is a hands-on applications role for someone who understands the practical side of industrial liquid painting and can evaluate, troubleshoot, and improve coating results.
The position will own customer testing and demonstrations in an applications lab environment, translating real manufacturing requirements into equipment setups and process parameters. The company is also investing in an expanded applications lab, giving this individual an opportunity to influence how the space and processes are developed.
The ideal candidate has hands-on experience with industrial liquid coatings, has experience in a paint booth, understands how to evaluate finish quality and troubleshoot application issues, and is comfortable working directly with customers in a practical lab environment.
Salary Range: 100k-120k base salary
Responsibilities
- Plan and execute customer tests and live equipment demonstrations.
- Evaluate liquid coating quality, application performance, and finish defects.
- Select and configure application equipment based on customer process requirements.
- Adjust operating parameters to improve quality, throughput, material usage, or repeatability.
- Document test conditions, results, findings, and technical recommendations.
- Communicate directly with customers during demonstrations and technical discussions.
- Support hands-on product training and the continued buildout of the applications lab.
Desired Skills and Experience
- Hands-on experience applying industrial liquid paints or coatings.
- Strong understanding of coating quality, finish defects, and application variables.
- Practical troubleshooting experience with industrial finishing or spray equipment.
- Exposure to automated paint systems, conveyors, reciprocators, or robotics preferred.
- Self-directed, customer-oriented, adaptable, and comfortable working in a developing environment.
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