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Job Description
Technical Account Manager for Growing Manufacturing Plastics Company
We are seeking a skilled Technical Account Manager to join our team. This role involves developing a deep understanding of our products and services, creating compelling technical content, and collaborating with various teams to drive successful product launches. The ideal candidate will have a strong technical background and experience in technical marketing or a similar role within manufacturing.
Responsibilities
The position is onsite, Monday through Friday, 8-5pm, with some travel to trade shows (1-2 times per year). Reporting directly to the CEO, you will work in a small office environment in Lake Bluff, with only a few people onsite. The role could eventually move to a hybrid format. This specialized manufacturing environment blends technical expertise with real-world impact, offering exposure to complex projects and opportunities for professional growth.
Job Type & Location
This is a Permanent position based out of Lake Bluff, IL.
Pay And Benefits
The pay range for this position is $85000.00 - $105000.00/yr.
This is a fully onsite position in Lake Bluff,IL.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Apr 20, 2026.
About Aston Carter
Aston Carter provides world-class corporate talent solutions to thousands of clients across the globe. Specialized in accounting, finance, human resources, talent acquisition, procurement, supply chain and select administrative professions, we extend the capabilities of industry-leading companies. We draw on our deep recruiting expertise and expansive network to meet the evolving needs of our clients and talent community with agility and excellence. With offices across the U.S., Canada, Asia Pacific and Europe, Aston Carter serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® double diamond winner for both client and talent service.
The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.
If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email astoncarteraccommodation@astoncarter.com for other accommodation options.
Technical Account Manager for Growing Manufacturing Plastics Company
We are seeking a skilled Technical Account Manager to join our team. This role involves developing a deep understanding of our products and services, creating compelling technical content, and collaborating with various teams to drive successful product launches. The ideal candidate will have a strong technical background and experience in technical marketing or a similar role within manufacturing.
Responsibilities
- Develop a deep understanding of our products/services, their technical aspects, and their applications in the market.
- Create compelling technical content such as whitepapers, case studies, technical blogs, and product datasheets to educate and engage our target audience.
- Work closely with the sales team to develop technical sales tools and collateral that effectively communicate the value proposition of our products/services.
- Conduct market research and analysis to identify trends, customer needs, and competitive insights that inform marketing strategies.
- Collaborate with product management and engineering teams to plan and execute successful product launches, including positioning, messaging, and go-to-market strategies.
- Support customer-facing teams by providing technical expertise in presentations, webinars, and customer meetings to drive sales and customer satisfaction.
- Work with the digital marketing team to optimize technical content for SEO, SEM, and other digital channels to increase visibility and engagement.
- Experience in the plastics industry is a must.
- Proven experience in technical marketing or a similar role within manufacturing.
- Strong technical background with the ability to understand and articulate complex technical concepts effectively.
- Bachelor’s degree in Marketing, Engineering, or a related field.
- Experience using CRM technology.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills; ability to tailor messaging to different audiences.
- Demonstrated success in developing technical content and sales enablement materials.
- Analytical mindset with proficiency in market research and data analysis tools.
- Team player with strong interpersonal skills; ability to collaborate effectively across departments.
- Creative thinker with a proactive and problem-solving attitude.
The position is onsite, Monday through Friday, 8-5pm, with some travel to trade shows (1-2 times per year). Reporting directly to the CEO, you will work in a small office environment in Lake Bluff, with only a few people onsite. The role could eventually move to a hybrid format. This specialized manufacturing environment blends technical expertise with real-world impact, offering exposure to complex projects and opportunities for professional growth.
Job Type & Location
This is a Permanent position based out of Lake Bluff, IL.
Pay And Benefits
The pay range for this position is $85000.00 - $105000.00/yr.
- Year end bonus program - team and individual performance -Pay for cell phone, gas card - Salary commensurate with experience, paid weekly. - Benefits package including paid vacation and holidays, medical insurance, 401k plan with match. - Opportunity to participate in annual incentive program.
This is a fully onsite position in Lake Bluff,IL.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Apr 20, 2026.
About Aston Carter
Aston Carter provides world-class corporate talent solutions to thousands of clients across the globe. Specialized in accounting, finance, human resources, talent acquisition, procurement, supply chain and select administrative professions, we extend the capabilities of industry-leading companies. We draw on our deep recruiting expertise and expansive network to meet the evolving needs of our clients and talent community with agility and excellence. With offices across the U.S., Canada, Asia Pacific and Europe, Aston Carter serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® double diamond winner for both client and talent service.
The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.
If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email astoncarteraccommodation@astoncarter.com for other accommodation options.
Salary : $85,000 - $105,000