Hawkins, Inc.

Technical Application Specialist - Water Treatment/Wastewater

Hawkins, Inc. • $80K — $100K *
Apopka, FL 32703In-Person
Energy & Utilities
Less than 5 years of experience
1 month ago
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Biology, Chemistry, Engineering, or equivalent experience required
  • Preferred previous sales experience in related fields
  • Strong selling and successful sales skills
  • Ability to build trust with customers and colleagues
  • Proficient computer skills, experience with JDE preferred
  • Excellent organizational, time management, and negotiation skills
  • Capable of working independently and self-motivated

Responsibilities

  • Support water treatment chemical sales for various markets
  • Conduct on-site and laboratory product testing for water treatment
  • Perform coagulation studies for potable water
  • Conduct wastewater product selection and sludge dewatering studies
  • Troubleshoot customer treatment systems and offer improvement recommendations
  • Assist in plant trials and training for water applications
  • Collaborate in developing new products and assist in professional training

Benefits

  • Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance
  • Life insurance and long-term/short-term disability coverage
  • 401(k) match and Employee Stock Purchase Program (ESPP)
  • Paid time off and paid holidays
Full Job Description
ABOUT THE JOB
  • Supports water treatment chemical sales efforts for industrial, municipal, metal finishing and food production markets.
  • Conducts on-site and/or laboratory product testing and selection for water treatment applications.
  • Conducts "Coagulation Studies" for potable water products.
  • Conducts wastewater product selection studies for municipal and industrial clarification.
  • Conducts sludge dewatering studies for municipal and industrial applications.
  • Conducts coagulation and permanganate demand studies and makes treatment recommendations for iron filtration systems.
  • Assists professional organizations by assisting in professional training seminars.
  • Assists in developing new products and applications for Hawkins, Inc. products and services.
  • Conducts/assists in implementing plant trials for potable water and wastewater applications.
  • Troubleshoots customer treatment systems and makes recommendations for performance improvement.
  • Assists in training of Hawkins Water Treatment Group personnel in potable and wastewater applications.
  • Assists the sales force in making potable water scale and corrosion treatment recommendations, as well as Bio-Augmentation program recommendations.

ABOUT YOU
  • Four-year degree or equivalent experience required. Degree focused in Biology, Chemistry or Engineering preferred
  • Previous sales experience preferred
  • Excellent selling skills and successful sales experience
  • Ability to identify appropriate business opportunities and key personnel within accounts
  • Ability to gain customers' and peers' trust
  • Demonstrated ability to coordinate a high level of activity under a variety of conditions
  • Ability to professionally and positively present information about Hawkins products and services
  • Strong computer skills. Must have the ability to work with computers and software systems, preferably JDE
  • Excellent customer service skills
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills
  • Good problem-solving skills
  • Strong math skills including ability to perform calculations to determine flow rates etc.
  • Excellent organization and time management skills Strong negotiation skills
  • Strong attention to detail
  • Effective organizational and follow-through skills required
  • History of working in a field that required autonomy and self-motivation

Physical Requirements:
  • Ability to lift and carry up to 25lbs. 10-20 feet up to 10 times/day; ability to lift and carry up to 10 pounds, frequently.
  • Ability to sit, stand, and climb stairs for up to 12 hours per day.
  • Ability to work in facilities where temperatures may range from 45 up to 105 degrees Fahrenheit; as well as work outside in all weather conditions (all four seasons).
  • Able to perform manual dexterity tasks.
  • Occasional turning, twisting, stooping, bending, and reaching.

TRAVEL

Up to 50%.

Expected Compensation: $80,000-$100,000 + 10% bonus eligibility

Hawkins offers eligible employees and their dependents comprehensive benefits, which includes medical, dental, vision, life insurance, LTD/STD and more. Other benefits for eligible employees include 401(k) match, Employee Stock Purchase program (ESPP), paid time off, and paid holidays.

For more information on Hawkins benefits, visit: https://www.hawkinsinc.com/careers/benefits/

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All applications must be received online.

About Hawkins, Inc.

Hawkins, Inc. distributes, blends, and manufactures bulk and specialty chemicals for a wide variety of industries. The company operates through three segments: Industrial, Water Treatment, and Health and Nutrition. The Industrial segment provides industrial chemicals, products, and services to various industries, such as agriculture, chemical processing, electronics, energy, food, pharmaceuticals, and plating. The Water Treatment segment offers chemicals, equipment, and solutions for potable water, municipal and industrial wastewater, industrial process water, and non-residential swimming pool water. The Health and Nutrition segment provides ingredient distribution, processing, and formulation solutions to manufacturers of nutraceutical, functional food and beverage, personal care, dietary supplement, and other nutritional food products. Hawkins, Inc. was founded in 1938 and is headquartered in Roseville, Minnesota.
Learn more about Hawkins, Inc.
Size
807 employees
Market Cap
$821.4 million
Industry
Manufacturing & Automotive
Net Income
$36.6 million
5 Year Trend
+9.9%
Revenue
$566.3 million
NASDAQ
HWKN
* Ladders Estimates

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