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Henkel holds leading positions in both industrial and consumer businesses: Our portfolio includes well-known hair care products, laundry detergents, fabric softeners as well as adhesives, sealants, and functional coatings.
Application Engineer, Laboratory (Tuzla)
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About this Position
This position offers the opportunity to contribute to application engineering through laboratory testing, analytical methods, and technical support. You will collaborate with customers, Application Engineering teams, Key Account Managers, and project teams to support technical requests and projects, develop and optimize testing methods, and contribute to continuous improvement in laboratory processes and product performance.
What you´ll do
- Standardize and develop new test methods using a broad range of analytical techniques, including both destructive and non-destructive testing
- Leverage customer feedback to drive continuous optimization in customer service and laboratory testing processes
- Track, manage, and document test reports within the laboratory systems.
- Perform peer reviews of test data and result entries to ensure data accuracy and quality
- Participate in test standard validations and support training activities for internal stakeholders (e.g. laboratory personnel, marketing, sales)
- Prepare and deliver internal presentations related to testing methods, standards, and results
- Apply consultative skills when interacting with customers to build trust and transparency while managing technical incidents
- Participate in customer meetings and presentations, providing consultation on best practices relevant to the application field
- Communicate and collaborate closely with Application Engineering field roles, Key Account Managers (KAMs), project teams, and customers
- Lead and coordinate internal and external technical requests and application-related projects
- Ensure laboratory and application equipment are properly calibrated and safety-checked in compliance with local regulations
- Collect quotations and procure the necessary chemicals and equipment for the laboratory.
- Monitor trends in analytical methods and play a key role in the laboratory's development.
- Support Root Cause Analysis (RCA) activities and ensure the completion of Corrective Action Plans related to customer complaints and overall product performance
What makes you a good fit
- Bachelor's degree in chemistry or chemical engineering
- 2-4 years of related experience, preferably laboratory experience
- Ability to work independently, communicate with laboratory members, and maintain organized records/reports
- Excellent oral and written communication skills in English with the ability to interact effectively with all levels of management
- Solution-oriented and ability to work as a team
- Advanced user of MS Office applications
Some perks of joining Henkel
- Diverse national and international growth opportunities
- Global wellbeing standards with health and preventive care programs
- Gender-neutral parental leave for a minimum of 8 weeks
- Employee Share Plan with voluntary investment and Henkel matching shares
At Henkel, we come from a broad range of backgrounds, perspectives, and life experiences. We believe the uniqueness of all our employees is the power in us. Become part of the team and bring your uniqueness to us! We look for a diverse team of individuals who possess different backgrounds, experiences, personalities and mindsets.
JOB ID: 26099922
Job Locations: Turkey, Istanbul, Tuzla
Contact information for application-related questions: recruitment-hr@henkel.com
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I am interested in several jobs. Can I apply for multiple positions at the same time?
Yes – simply fill out your profile in our online application system. Once your online profile is complete, you can apply for multiple positions.
The job offer is written in English. Should I write my application in English as well?
Yes, please. As Henkel is an international company, you will be working with colleagues from all over the world, and English is our official company language. Generally, our recommendation is to please write the application in the same language as the job ad.
Do I get feedback during the application process about the state of my application?
Each position that we have open with Henkel is unique, and finding the right candidate is important for both the hired candidate as well as for Henkel. We want to make sure that both the candidate and the company are a good fit for each other. We will provide feedback to the candidates throughout the entire process.
Can employees move between business areas and/or to a different country?
Yes, in fact, it is our expectation that Henkel employees will want to grow and explore different career paths during their time with us. This helps to support the company on a broad, global level.
Our “Triple Two” philosophy promotes this expectation, by allowing you to work in at least two different roles, in two different business areas and in two different countries. The reason behind this philosophy is that we believe working in different roles, business units and functions is good for your personal development and improves your understanding of Henkel as a global company.
If I have questions regarding my application, who do I contact?
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