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Binks US LLC lists this Sr Technical Applications Specialist opportunity in shoreview, Minnesota. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
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Sr Technical Applications Specialist
SALES Shoreview, MN, US
2 days ago Requisition ID: 1394
Salary Range: $105,000.00 To $115,000.00 Annually
Summary
The Sr Technical Applications Specialist is responsible for orchestrating the design, staging, execution, documentation, and analysis of lab tests and technical demonstrations of Binks finishing and sealants products. This customer-facing position will play a crucial role in helping craft tailored solutions for in-plant coatings and dispensing applications and curing processes across a wide range of manufacturers.
Key Responsibilities
Continually build expertise in Binks product and equipment offering
Interface with key cross functional parties including Sales, Engineering, R&D, Manufacturing and Product Management
Work with Sales and Engineering to translate specific customer requirements to key process parameters
Provide technical input on feasibility, risks, and optimization opportunities
Design tests and demonstrations by selecting product to match application or curing needs, and refine parameters throughout the process
Coordinate, set up, and run tests and demonstrations in an applications lab setting
Evaluate test and demonstration performance based on technical analysis
Document and communicate test and demonstration results to relevant parties, and identify potential issues, questions, or challenges that arise during testing/demonstration
Provide support in presale meetings, equipment startups, process tuning, and general system troubleshooting as needed
Research, order, receive, record, and manage required lab equipment, materials and other consumables
Perform general lab 5S and equipment maintenance responsibilities for the Shoreview lab facility
Comply with company policies, ISO standards, environmental and safety laws
Perform other related duties as required
10-20% travel may be required
Skills and Experience
Highly motivated, with strong planning and organizational skills
Able to deliver well-designed, repeatable, and credible demonstrations that leave customers confident in Binks technology and expertise
Process oriented and customer focused, from a practical manufacturing perspective
Strong in problem solving and troubleshooting, with an innovative approach and a solutions-oriented mindset
Able to balance experimentation with repeatability and documentation
Clear technical communicator; ability to write and present effectively with excellent interpersonal skills
Able to work independently while collaborating with other functional teams
Strong knowledge in mastering, teaching/programming, and running paint robots highly desirable
Background in liquid or powder coatings, fluid handling equipment, or industrial ovens strongly preferred
Qualifications
High School diploma or equivalent; associate/bachelor’s degree in mechanical or electrical engineering technology or related field preferred
Five or more years' experience in the operations or maintenance of automated industrial equipment highly desirable
Firsthand experience with automation/robotics required
Familiarity and experience with Fanuc robots a distinct advantage
Experience in spray application of liquid or powder coatings preferred
Background in industrial coatings and finishing processes a key differentiator
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