About Careertakes

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Applicants for this role may also receive access to additional matched opportunities through the Careertakes platform.

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What You’ll Do

Confidential Client is hiring an entry-level Account Associate to support Chemical Solutions and Monitoring (CSM) work serving mining and heavy industry customers in northern Minnesota. This is a hands-on, field-facing role designed for recent graduates or candidates with up to 2 years’ experience who want to build technical and commercial skills in water and process-chemical treatment.

• Shadow experienced Account Managers and Field Service staff to learn chemical treatment programs for dust control, material handling, antiscalant, solid-liquid separation, cooling water, boiler water, wastewater and related Memchem solutions
• Collect and run field and lab samples, assist with basic data analysis, and help prepare technical reports under supervision
• Complete comprehensive technical training programs to build foundational knowledge in chemical applications and water treatment processes
• Assist with customer visits and service calls to gain exposure to industrial sites and customer relationship management
• Maintain customer records, assist with sample scheduling, and support account documentation
• Prepare preliminary technical summaries and reports for review by Account Managers
• Follow all EHS policies and safe work practices while learning in industrial environments

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Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Chemical, Mechanical or Environmental Engineering, Biology, Chemistry, Environmental Science, or related technical field preferred (recent graduates welcome)
• Interest in water treatment and process chemical applications
• Strong analytical aptitude and attention to detail
• Good written and verbal communication skills
• Comfortable working in industrial settings and traveling regionally
• Full valid U.S. driver’s license required (learner permits or restricted G-class equivalents do not qualify)
• Willingness to learn in a mentoring environment and develop technical expertise

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What Success Looks Like

• Successful completion of required technical training programs
• Demonstrated proficiency in sample collection and basic data analysis
• Timely and accurate support of Account Manager tasks
• Growing technical knowledge of customer industries and applications
• Progression toward independent analysis and technical reporting
• Consistent adherence to safety standards at customer sites

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Compensation & Benefits

• Salary range: $79,825.00 - $85,000.00 USD (range provided by Confidential Client; offers depend on experience, skills, and internal equity)
• Benefits include:
  • Medical, Dental & Vision starting day 1
  • Life insurance
  • Paid time off and paid holidays
  • Parental leave
  • 401(k) plan
  • Flexible Spending & Health Savings Accounts
  • AD&D and disability insurance
  • Tuition reimbursement

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Additional Details

• This role is intended to prepare the successful candidate for advancement to Account Representative-level roles through mentoring and structured training.
• Confidential Client values diversity and inclusion and is an equal opportunity employer.
• Applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S. immediately; Confidential Client will not sponsor work authorization (e.g., H-1B) for this role.
• Confidential Client does not accept unsolicited resumes from external recruiting firms without a current, fully executed agreement.

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Equal Opportunity & Hiring Transparency

Careertakes and our client are Equal Opportunity Employers committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce. We prohibit discrimination or harassment of any kind. To support a fair and efficient hiring process, AI tools may be used to assist with application review or resume screening. These tools do not replace human decision-making. Final hiring decisions are made by people.

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