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Careers at BCS
BCS is a dynamic and growing organization. Having made significant investments in infrastructure, we are committed to pulling together a dedicated team of professionals to help us reach and exceed our global goals.
As a growing company, we have employment opportunities in a wide range of areas, from chemical professionals to administrative support staff, drivers and more. We offer one of the most competitive employment packages in the chemical industry as well as a work environment that is conducive to personal and professional growth.
Current Job Openings:
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Req # |
Position |
Group |
Location |
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10134 |
Accounting Manager |
Accounting |
Redwood City, CA |
| Date Posted: |
8/20/08 |
| Reports To: |
Assistant Controller |
| Description: |
Reporting to the Controller, this position is responsible for the day-to-day operations of the Inventory and Fixed Assets. It is responsible for organizing, maintaining, and directing all general accounting activities and functions.
•Direct the activities of the general accounting staff.
•Prepare monthly internal financial statements.
•Oversee all monthly, quarterly and year-end closings.
•Administer the preparation and distribution of timely and accurate operating/financial statements to both internal management and external users.
•Review all general ledger account analysis and ensure that the Company's financial records are accurate.
•Coordinate year-end audit and quarterly reviews with the external auditors and ensure that the audit package is accurate and complete.
•Prepare managerial reports as required.
•Monitor and maintain the Company's accounting systems, reviewing and upgrading as necessary.
•Assist in the development of budgets and forecasts.
•Assist management in understanding the internal financial statements and answer any inquiries they may have.
•Provide financial expertise to internal management to assist them in various strategic and operating decisions.
•Efficient and effective functioning of the monthly and year end closings.
•Accuracy and timeliness of all financial reporting.
•Accurate and error-free accounting records.
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Minimum Experience Required:
• 5-10 years accounting experience with a medium or large size. Experience with large ERP system (SAP preferred).
• Pharmaceutical industry, and/or publicly held company experience preferred but not required.
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| Requirements: |
5-10 years accounting experience with a medium or large size. Experience with large ERP system (Navision preferred).
>Chemical industry, and/or publicly held company experience preferred but not required.
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10139 |
Account Manager |
Bulk Sales |
Louisiana |
| Date Posted: |
8/20/08 |
| Reports To: |
Director of Bulk Sales |
| Description: |
The purpose of this position is to promote and sell Basic Chemical Solutions, LLC products and services to companies within a specified geographic territory.
Work relates to products sold by the company.
Responsible for closing sales within a specified geographic territories in accordance with strategy identified by marketing managers.
Responsible for identifying new product opportunities to management or providing market research for new products Identified by product management.
Capable of exercising independent judgment and control.
Works from outside the main office with significant travel required mostly by car.
Infrequent physical labor required.
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| Requirements: |
self-motivated, early-starter, capable of working with minimum supervision.
Keen business judgment and selling skills.
Excellent communication skills and optimistic disposition.
Responsible for communicating company’s direction, commitments, and policies to external customers.
Utilizing marketing management’s strategies as communicated by Sales management to develop sales plans and forecasts for company’s products within a defined territory and successfully achieving those sales goals.
A learned knowledge of company’s policies and procedures. A commitment to following the rules provided.
Identifies customer requirements and works to satisfy those needs. Communicates this information to appropriate office personnel as dictated in procedures.
Selects appropriate customers or prospects for joint calls with management.
Responds to changes in customer situations and market conditions for the benefit of the company.
Makes recommendations for marketing and sales strategies within the assigned territory.
Documents price changes to appropriate BCS personnel and external customers.
Ensures prospects and customers are properly qualified, including their safety and environmental performance and financial worthiness. Identifies those customers having problems in these areas for further review by the appropriate personnel.
Responsible for maintaining existing relationships with customers, while promoting and growing our commercial position.
Responsible for in-depth, multiple contact, selling with customers. Develop relationships with multiple contacts in various departments including: purchasing; operations; credit; and transportation.
Responsible for the identification of new prospects and development of new business close opportunities.
Responsible to train and understand the full range of our product and services and promote them to customers and prospects.
Responsible to train, understand and achieve an adequate level consistent with technical requirements.
Responsible to understand and stay current on competitor’s actions within their geographic territory.
Provides a monthly recap of activities within territory.
Writes call reports on an “as needed” basis.
Utilizes discretion with company funds for entertainment and travel. Solicits Manager advice on any expense deemed questionable.
Operates in support of the company’s quality system and embraces Process Excellence initiatives.
University level education.
Basic computer skills. Outlook/Excel/Word.
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10138 |
Account Manager |
Bulk Sales |
South Georgia/Florida |
| Date Posted: |
8/20/08 |
| Reports To: |
Director of Bulk Sales |
| Description: |
The purpose of this position is to promote and sell Basic Chemical Solutions, LLC products and services to companies within a specified geographic territory.
Work relates to products sold by the company.
Responsible for closing sales within a specified geographic territories in accordance with strategy identified by marketing managers.
Responsible for identifying new product opportunities to management or providing market research for new products Identified by product management.
Capable of exercising independent judgment and control.
Works from outside the main office with significant travel required mostly by car.
Infrequent physical labor required.
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| Requirements: |
self-motivated, early-starter, capable of working with minimum supervision.
Keen business judgment and selling skills.
Excellent communication skills and optimistic disposition.
Responsible for communicating company’s direction, commitments, and policies to external customers.
Utilizing marketing management’s strategies as communicated by Sales management to develop sales plans and forecasts for company’s products within a defined territory and successfully achieving those sales goals.
A learned knowledge of company’s policies and procedures. A commitment to following the rules provided.
Identifies customer requirements and works to satisfy those needs. Communicates this information to appropriate office personnel as dictated in procedures.
Selects appropriate customers or prospects for joint calls with management.
Responds to changes in customer situations and market conditions for the benefit of the company.
Makes recommendations for marketing and sales strategies within the assigned territory.
Documents price changes to appropriate BCS personnel and external customers.
Ensures prospects and customers are properly qualified, including their safety and environmental performance and financial worthiness. Identifies those customers having problems in these areas for further review by the appropriate personnel.
Responsible for maintaining existing relationships with customers, while promoting and growing our commercial position.
Responsible for in-depth, multiple contact, selling with customers. Develop relationships with multiple contacts in various departments including: purchasing; operations; credit; and transportation.
Responsible for the identification of new prospects and development of new business close opportunities.
Responsible to train and understand the full range of our product and services and promote them to customers and prospects.
Responsible to train, understand and achieve an adequate level consistent with technical requirements.
Responsible to understand and stay current on competitor’s actions within their geographic territory.
Provides a monthly recap of activities within territory.
Writes call reports on an “as needed” basis.
Utilizes discretion with company funds for entertainment and travel. Solicits Manager advice on any expense deemed questionable.
Operates in support of the company’s quality system and embraces Process Excellence initiatives.
University level education.
Basic computer skills. Outlook/Excel/Word.
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10141 |
Delivery Specialist |
Operations |
Morrisville, PA |
| Date Posted: |
8/20/08 |
| Reports To: |
Operations Supervisor/Manager |
| Description: |
Delivery Specialist is responsible for loading/unloading and delivering mini-bulk and bulk chemicals as dispatched in the safest and most efficient manner. Delivery Specialist report to the Operations Manager.
1. Reading and being familiar with all Company policies and procedures as detailed in the Employee Handbook, Safety Manual, and Operations Manual.
2. Taking pride in our Company and doing everything possible to help maintain our goals in Safety, Service, and Profitability.
3. Reporting and designated to work on time, and accurately completing time sheets.
4. Accurately keeping DOT logbooks or inputting data into our CADEC on board system and downloading personal data into the computer everyday prior to going home.
5. Wearing a uniform daily and maintaining a clean and professional appearance of yourself and your assigned tractor and trailer.
6. Wearing all required safety gear and equipment during all handling of chemicals.
7. Driving in a safe and responsible manner and following all DOT rules and regulations while making chemical deliveries.
8. Loading trucks with proper materials (and concentrations) to be delivered as dispatched, and insuring all paperwork complies with Company and DOT policies and regulations.
9. Safely delivering chemicals as dispatched to our customers promptly and in a courteous fashion.
10. Reporting all spills immediately to the Shipping Supervisor or Operations Manager. Cleaning up any spill, however minor, to the customer’s satisfaction and filling out and turning in the required incident report to the Shipping Supervisor.
11. Reporting all defects in equipment including tractor, trailer or customer tanks utilizing proper forms, to insure there is a written record so corrective action can be taken.
12. Working any overtime, if required, complying with established DOT rules and regulations.
13. Coordinating loading times with the shipping department regarding the next day’s deliveries to best serve our customers.
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| Requirements: |
• A minimum of (2) years of class A equivalent driving experience on a full-time work basis.
• A Minimum of 25 years old
• Have previous experience hauling tankers or hazardous chemicals and hold current hazardous material and tanker endorsements as required by law.
• Have an excellent DMV report with no moving violations.
• Demonstrate the ability to work with corrosive chemicals.
• Provide a current copy of driver file containing:
a. Medical form (long form)
b. Driver Violation Record
c. DMV Report
d. Valid Driver’s License
e. One character reference
• Agree to fully cooperate with the training program for chemical handling and safety.
• Agree to a minimum six-month probation period to establish the job as being right for both the trainee and the company’s best interest and welfare.
• Take a pre-employment physical and drug screen.
Skills Required:
• Knowledge and DOT regulations
• Knowledge of OSHA regulations
• Familiar with pneumatic pumps
Education:
High school diploma
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10136 |
Engineering Manager |
Operations |
Redwood City, CA |
| Date Posted: |
8/20/08 |
| Reports To: |
VP of Operations |
| Description: |
Basic Chemical Solutions, L.L.C. is a global company serving the chemical needs of industry worldwide. Headquartered in Redwood City, California, BCS operates 46 owned or contracted facilities worldwide. BCS seeks an Engineering Manager to join its team located in Redwood City, CA. Travel will vary from 20-50%. This position will reports to the Vice President of Operations.
POSITION TITLE: Engineering Manager
Number of Direct Reports to this position: One (1) HS&E Manager
Number of employees reporting functionally to this position: Two (2) Regional Engineers
LOCATION: Redwood City, CA
POSITION SUMMARY: The Engineering Manager is responsible for the standardization of BCS’ best practices in facility design, equipment specifications, and technology. The Engineering Manager will also be responsible for developing and maintaining BCS Quality Management and HSE Management Systems.
Responsibilities
• Develop and implement safety design criteria for all BCS facilities worldwide.
• Share and implement best practices to accomplish standardization of Asset Specifications and Process Technology for BCS worldwide.
• Provide consistent direction to Regional Engineers and HSE Manager to meet growth, productivity, regulatory compliance objectives.
• Coach regional engineers in the disciplines of Process Safety, Data collection and integration of Lean Enterprise Concepts.
• Implement and Maintain permit compliance verification for all BCS facilities worldwide.
• Assist Marketing efforts by providing technical leadership to Commercialization Processes including PHA’s and Plant/Terminal Design.
• Provide design direction, business case evaluation, and project management for the automation of labor intensive processes.
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| Requirements: |
• Must be able to prioritize activities to maximize benefit of resources.
• Must be able to apply engineering and materials fundamentals.
• BS in Chemical or Mechanical Engineering.
• A minimum of 8 years experience in the Chemical Industry.
• A minimum of 5 years management experience.
• Experience leading a technical or process engineering group.
• Experience with Lean Manufacturing, SPC, process improvement, Management of Change.
• Management or responsibility for multiple sites is desirable.
• Must be willing to travel up to 50% (domestic and international).
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10135 |
Office Administrator - Billing |
Operations |
Morrisville, PA |
| Date Posted: |
8/20/08 |
| Reports To: |
Office Manager |
| Description: |
Responsible for invoicing customers, customer master file maintenance, problem resolution, inventory reconciliation, account research and coordination with other departments including field Sales, Operations, Customer Service and Credit and Collections.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES:
1. Customer invoice and credit memorandum entry.
2. Entry and maintenance of customer master files.
3. Research and resolve conflicts related to invoicing.
4. Enter chemical receipts.
5. Invoicing to customer web-based programs
6. Assist with inventory reconciliation and month-end closing.
7. Perform a variety of other customer service and administrative related duties.
8. Special projects as assigned
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| Requirements: |
1. Minimum 2 years of administrative or billing experience.
2. Experience using an automated order entry/inventory system.
. Good organizational and analytical skills.
2. Self-starter with excellent problem resolution skills.
3. Ability to communicate effectively, verbally and in writing with staff, management, customers and vendors.
4. Strong interpersonal skills and capable of working within a team environment.
5. Ability to handle multiple tasks and prioritize work load.
6. Proficient with Microsoft Office tools. (Word, Excel, Powerpoint)
1. Associate’s degree in marketing or business related field or equivalent work experience.
2. Minimum of 2 years of administrative or billing experience.
3. Experience using an automated order entry/inventory system.
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10137 |
Operations Manager |
Operations |
Houston, TX |
| Date Posted: |
8/20/08 |
| Reports To: |
Regional Operations Manager |
| Description: |
The Position – This position requires a “hands-on” person who can manage all aspects of a chemical distribution operation including facility management, transportation, and daily operations. The successful candidate will possess the skills to manage increased responsibility will have the opportunity for future promotions within the Operations area.
Primary Responsibilities:
• Supervise daily activities relating to receiving, handling, and distributing chemicals.
• Responsible for the safety behaviors and safety performance of branch.
• Rail loading and transportation knowledge and DOT regulations.
• Responsible for driving process improvement through the use of Process Excellence tools and methodology.
• Responsible for the growth and development of the Operations Personnel at the branch.
• Ensure all company and regulatory policies are being administered in conformance with established guidelines.
• Responsible for tracking critical operating metrics to ensure cost-efficient safe delivery of products.
• Develop and monitor annual maintenance plans for company equipment to maximize operating efficiency.
• Develop and manage annual operating budget for facility.
• Manage key operational development aspects of expansion and growth of business.
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Minimum 5-years managing in an operating facility along with chemical handling experience.
Skills Required:
• Candidate must be proficient in Excel, Word and Outlook.
• Proven experience managing in an operating facilities (3 yrs min)
• Experience with Transportation & Regulatory issues.
• Experience with the management of hourly operations personnel.
Education:
BS in Chemical, Mechanical, or Industrial Engineering.
Additional Information:
May include 30% travel.
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10142 |
Process Engineer |
Operations |
Santa Fe Springs, CA |
| Date Posted: |
8/20/08 |
| Reports To: |
Director of Operations |
| Description: |
This position emphasizes day to day operations support and process improvement by developing a thorough understanding of day to day operating activities combined with the individuals strong analytical skills. This is a developmental position in addition to a support role. The ideal candidate will be geographically mobile and promotable to Operations Manager in 2-5 years. This position will be closely aligned with the Santa Fe Springs site, however, the candidate should be willing to travel to other BCS locations.
Responsibilities and Description of Role:
• Provide day to day support of branch Operations.
o Participate in supply chain management for the site.
o Assess operations compliance with environmental and safety regulations/laws, implements corrective actions as necessary.
o Lead site efforts to improve delivery efficiency for Bulk and Minibulk lines of business.
o Continuously improve Quality Assurance Program for internal and external customers. Manage customer complaints for the site.
o Develop and Implement the application of BCS standards to new products or processes.
o Leads and/or supports Six Sigma Teams to assist with data analysis, project completion, and opportunity evaluation & screening.
o Complete Safety Audits at BCS facilities as member of audit team.
• Provide engineering support in the development and execution of capital projects for the Santa Fe Springs facility.
• Provide Technical Support for our sales department.
o Conduct product safety training at customer sites.
o Lead or support customer audits of our facility.
o Evaluate and address opportunities for improvement at customer facilities.
• Perform additional responsibilities as requested or assigned.
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Desired Experience:
• Chemical Transportation and Handling
• Process/project engineering or operations within the chemical industry
• Quality Assurance/Quality Control systems
• Process or facility audits
Desired Skills:
• Demonstrated ability to learn
• Excellent interpersonal, communication, and leadership skills
• Hands on mentality (desire to learn all aspects of our business and ability to fill needs as required)
• Strong Organizational and Planning Skills
• Ability to function in a team environment
• Functional computer literacy (e.g. Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Internet, and Outlook)
• Knowledge of or demonstrated ability to learn DOT, HazMat, OSHA, and EPA regulations
• Must be open to relocation.
Education:
BS degree in Engineering or more than ten years of experience in the chemical and/or logistics industries with supervision experience.
A minimum of 5 years of related experience is required.
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10140 |
Yard Specialist |
Operations |
Houston, TX |
| Date Posted: |
8/20/08 |
| Reports To: |
Operations Supervisor/Manager |
| Description: |
Yard Specialist works in the branch chemical distribution facility. The position is a combination of chemical handling and maintenance responsibilities. These responsibilities include customer tank installation and maintenance, facility and trailer maintenance, and chemical handling. Yard Specialist reports to the Operations Manager.
1. Read and be familiar with all Company policies and procedures as detailed in the Employee Handbook, Safety Manual, and Operations Manual.
2. Accurately keeping DOT log books or inputting data into our @Roads systems for driver log on board system and downloading data into the computer everyday prior to going home.
3. Wearing all required safety gear and equipment during all handling of chemicals.
4. Loading trucks with proper materials (and concentrations) to be delivered as dispatched. Insure all paperwork complies with Company and DOT policies and regulations.
5. Safely deliver chemicals to our customers promptly and in a courteous fashion.
6. Reporting all spills immediately to the Shipping Supervisor or Operations Manager. Clean up any spill, however minor, to the customer’s satisfaction and fill out and turn in the required incident report to the Shipping Supervisor.
7. Reporting all defects in equipment including tractor, trailer, or customer tanks, utilizing proper forms to insure there is a written record so corrective action can be taken.
8. Working any overtime, if required, complying with established DOT rules and regulations.
9. Coordinating loading times with the shipping department regarding the next day’s deliveries to best serve our customers
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| Requirements: |
• This position requires someone with mechanical aptitude. Maintenance or chemical handling experience would be a plus.
• A minimum six-month probationary period to establish job fit for the individual and the company.
Additional Skills that are a plus
• Knowledge of DOT regulations
• Knowledge of OSHA regulations
• Familiar with pneumatic pumps
Education:
High school diploma
Key Responsibilities:
• Routine trailer maintenance
• Facility maintenance
• Truck loading/unloading
• Blending/dilution operations
• Tank plumbing/delivery/maintenance
• Construction equipment maintenance
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Benefits
Basic Chemical Solutions, L.L.C. is committed to providing rewarding career opportunities, along with a comprehensive benefit package that includes protection for our employees’ health and financial security, at an affordable cost to both the employee and the company.
Medical
Basic Chemical Solutions offers, where available, a choice of HMO or PPO medical program.
Dental
Basic Chemical Solutions offers a PPO dental plan.
Vision
Basic Chemical Solutions offers a vision plan by Vision Service Plan.
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Life & AD&D Insurance
Basic Chemical Solutions offers basic life insurance and Accidental Death and Dismemberment to all full time employees.
Supplemental Insurance
Basic Chemical Solutions offers supplemental insurance that employees may elect to purchase.
Short and Long Term Disability
Basic Chemical Solutions offers short term and long term Disability to all eligible employees.
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Flexible Spending Accounts
Basic Chemical Solutions offers two Flexible Spending Accounts, Un-reimbursed Medical and Dependant Care Spending accounts.
401(k)
Basic Chemical Solutions offers all eligible employees the option to participate in our managed portfolio 401(k) plan.
Profit Sharing Savings Plan
Basic Chemical Solutions may contribute to our PSSP plan.
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