Senior Technical Service Specialist

Chr Hansen

• $83K — $155K *
Food & Beverages
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • BS degree in a scientific field (Engineering, Chemistry, Biology, Microbiology, Biochemistry)
  • Minimum of 4 years relevant experience in the Ethanol or Agricultural industry
  • Strong science background including engineering, data analysis, and fermentation
  • Experience in technical service or sales roles related to ethanol or corn milling
  • Ability to travel approximately 50%

Responsibilities

  • Engage with ethanol plants to understand processes and challenges
  • Provide tailored technical support and solutions using Novonesis products
  • Communicate effectively to convey complex technical information
  • Analyze data to optimize customer processes and services
  • Adapt to emerging technologies and industry trends

Benefits

  • 401(k) with up to a 9% company contribution
  • Minimum of 3 weeks' vacation plus 12 holidays and 2 weeks of Wellness Time
  • Comprehensive health, dental, vision & life insurance
  • Healthcare savings account with employer contribution
  • Employee assistance program
  • Parental leave
  • Tuition reimbursement
  • Benefits begin on the first day of employment
Full Job Description
We are looking for an experienced and personable candidate to join our Bioenergy Technical Service team. You will work with our customers at ethanol plants across the US to learn their processes, understand their challenges, and deliver products and services from Novonesis' wide portfolio.

The role & your impact

You should be a strong logical thinker with the ability to solve complex technical problems and communicate in an understandable and convincing manner. In addition, you should have a business understanding of how the science will impact economic factors for Novonesis and our customers. In this dynamic and evolving industry, you will need to be able to adapt to exciting and ever-changing information and technology.

What you'll need to be successful
  • Minimum of a BS degree in a scientific field such as Engineering, Chemistry, Biology, Microbiology, Biochemistry and a minimum of 4 years of relevant experience in the Ethanol industry or Agricultural industry.
  • Solid science background, including engineering, data analysis and fermentation. An ideal candidate will have both process experience in the ethanol or corn milling industry and experience working in a technical service or technical sales role.
  • Ability to travel approximately 50%.
  • The job level can potentially be adjusted to accommodate applicants with significantly more experience.


Compensation & Benefits:

Expected salary range:$83,000-$155,000

Benefits you will enjoy:
  • 401(k) with up to a 9% company contribution!
  • Minimum of 3 weeks' vacation plus 12 holidays and 2 weeks of Wellness Time
  • Health, Dental, Vision & Life insurance
  • Healthcare savings account option with generous employer contribution
  • Employee assistance program
  • Parental leave
  • Tuition reimbursement
  • All benefits begin on your first day!


Location: This position will be based out of a home office in the Midwest to best serve our customers in the US corn belt.

Application deadline: October 23, 2026

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