[Hiring] MB Technical Specialist IV @Solenis

Role Description

• Microbiological Control Management: Assess, design, and manage comprehensive microbiocide treatment programs for paper mills to prevent slime, odors, and spots/holes in paper.
• Troubleshooting & Root Cause Analysis: Independently analyze complex operational issues related to microbiological contamination (e.g., anaerobic activity, foul odors) and perform root cause analysis.
• On-Site Application Testing & Data Analysis: Conduct on-site audits, water analysis, microscopy analysis, and ATP/ORP monitoring.
• Strategic Product Selection: Recommend and implement optimized biocide strategies (organic/oxidizing biocides, preservatives) to improve machine cleanliness and paper quality.
• Technical Consulting & Sales Support: Provide high-level technical consultation to clients, working in partnership with sales teams to build customer value.
• Regulatory Compliance: Ensure all biocide applications adhere to environmental safety regulations (e.g., FDA, BfR for food-grade paper).
• Mentorship and Reporting: Train junior specialists, prepare detailed technical reports, and lead technical presentations for customers.

Qualifications

• Education: Minimum of a Bachelor’s degree in Microbiology, Biology, Biotechnology, Chemical Engineering, or Pulp & Paper Science (Master’s/PhD preferred).
• Experience: Generally requires 10+ years of experience in the pulp and paper industry, with deep knowledge of process chemistry.
• Technical Expertise: Expert-level understanding of microbiological contamination in papermaking.
• Problem-Solving: Proven capability to handle diverse and unusual technical problems.
• Communication: Strong ability to communicate technical findings to non-expert audiences.
• Travel: Willingness to travel (50% or more) to customer paper machine sites.