Global MWF Technology Manager

Arxada is a global leader in innovative solutions that protect our world. Our groundbreaking technologies, in-depth regulatory know-how, manufacturing and process development help our customers to safeguard nutrition, health and infrastructure efficiently through chemistry and biotechnology that enhance sustainability. We offer a broad portfolio of ingredients and services for multiple end-markets that include Human Health & Nutrition, Home & Personal Care, Professional Hygiene, Paints & Coatings and Wood Protection.

With customers in more than 100 countries, the company achieved sales of CHF 2 billion in 2024. Headquartered in Basel (Switzerland), Arxada employs 3,200 associates across 24 production sites and 14 R&D centers, all committed to our customers’ success.

The Global Metal Working Fluids (MWF) Technology Manager is an expert in the MWF industry, and understands the chemistry, formulation and applications of MWF's and their raw materials across the MWF industry. The role requires customer interaction to understand their requirements, and co-ordination of TS&D work within the lab team to support and grow sales in this market segment.

Essential Job Functions:

• Work closely with marketing and sales to identify new business opportunities in the Metal Working Fluid sector.

• Engage with customers, including on-site visits, to assess their needs and provide technical solutions.

• Collaborate with the laboratory team to conduct testing on existing and new Arxada products, supporting current business and driving growth.

• Lead the introduction of new products at customer sites and provide troubleshooting support when necessary.

• Drive innovation by identifying intellectual property (IP) opportunities and contributing to patent development in the MWF space.

• Represent Arxada at relevant commercial and technical conferences, presenting research and supporting brand advocacy in the Materials Protection sector.

• Travel globally as needed and operate independently with minimal supervision.

• Promote and adhere to best safety practices, serving as an EH&S advocate and ensuring compliance with Arxada policies and procedures.

• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications & Experience:

• Bachelor or Associate with 5+ year of experience in Metal working Fluids - Chemistry or Process Engineering
• Knowledge on chemistry, analytics and additive applications.
• Understanding of regulatory, customer and market needs; is able to find pragmatic solutions and develop value propositions attractive to customers and Arxada
• Successful (profitable) closing of R&D and TS&D projects within a short period in time.
• Team player in an international environment. Strong communication skills incl. short response times. Is able to build trusting relationships with colleagues, project partners, customers and authorities.

This role offers the opportunity to make a significant impact on Arxada’s presence in the MWF market while working in a dynamic, customer-focused environment.

The expected salary range for this role is 120K $-150 K $, but specific employee compensation may vary depending on factors including experience, education, training, licensure, certification, location and other job-related, non-discriminatory factors permitted by law.

Arxada has world class offering in two distinct areas:

Microbial Control Solutions (MCS) focuses on threats posed by microorganisms to people and planet through five distinct business lines including Professional Hygiene, Home & Personal Care, Wood Protection, Paints & Coatings and Material Protection.

Nutrition, Care & Environmental (NCE), meanwhile, provides materials used to manufacture composites for electronics, aerospace and other markets, as well as vitamins and nutritional ingredients, chemicals and performance intermediates, and raw materials for a wide range of high-performance applications.

Arxada is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, status as a qualified individual with disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.