Application Specialist Care Ingredients
Job Description
Job Description
Application Specialist – Care Ingredients
Cassopolis, MI | Full-Time | Exempt | 20-40% Travel
Why CHT USA?
At CHT USA, we combine Smart Chemistry with Character. As a global leader in specialty chemical solutions, we partner with customers to develop innovative products that improve everyday life. Join a collaborative, growth-focused organization where your technical expertise, creativity, and customer-driven mindset will help shape the future of Car Care, Home Care, and Personal Care applications.
We offer a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, and life insurance beginning on day 31, plus a 401(k) with a 3% company-paid contribution and immediate vesting upon eligibility.
About the Role
We are seeking an experienced and innovative Application Specialist – Care Ingredients to support technical and application development activities across the Care Ingredients market, including Car Care, Home Care, and Personal Care applications. Based in Cassopolis, Michigan, this customer-facing role combines laboratory development, technical consulting, market engagement, and global collaboration to drive product success and customer satisfaction. The position includes approximately 20-40% travel, including occasional international travel to Europe and South America for customer support, training, and development meetings.
Key Responsibilities
- Provide technical and application support to customers through product development, testing, and troubleshooting.
- Develop customer formulations, prototypes, and sales tools aligned with emerging industry trends.
- Conduct customer visits, product demonstrations, technical presentations, and training sessions.
- Create technical documentation including Technical Data Sheets, product literature, brochures, and marketing support materials.
- Author technical papers, conference presentations, posters, videos, and industry content.
- Serve as a liaison between Sales, Portfolio Management, R&D, and customers.
- Support product evaluations, competitive analysis, and new product introductions.
- Collaborate with global application teams in Germany and South America on projects and technical initiatives.
- Maintain a regular laboratory presence in Cassopolis to support customer projects and technology development.
- Support distributors through joint customer visits and technical training programs.
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Chemistryor a related scientific field.
- Five or more years of relevant experience within the chemical industry, preferably in Car Care or Personal Care applications.
- Experience presenting technical papers, posters, or presentations at industry conferences and trade shows.
- Strong understanding of application development, customer support, and technical problem-solving.
- Proficiencywith Microsoft Office 365 applications including Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and Outlook.
- Familiarity with ERP systems such as SAP, Sage, or Microsoft Dynamics is preferred.
- Excellent communication, presentation, and relationship-building skills.
Why Join Us?
- Develop innovative solutions for leading brands in the Care Ingredients industry.
- Workwith a global team of technical experts and industry professionals.
- Build strong customer partnerships while influencing new product development.
- Gain exposure to international markets, technologies, and industry trends.
- Join a company that values integrity, teamwork, innovation, and continuous improvement.
Apply Now
Are you passionate about chemistry, innovation, and helping customers succeed? Join CHT USA as our next Application Specialist – Care Ingredients and become a key contributor in developing the next generation of Care Ingredients solutions while expanding your impact across North America and beyond. Apply today!