Senior Chemical Process Technician - Pilot Plant

National Black MBA Association; Beachwood, Northern (OH, KY); Hybrid; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible work arrangements

Retirement plan with company match

Mental health support

Family forming benefits

Backup child and elder care

Mentoring and career development

Matching gifts program

Employee crisis support

Employee discounts

Job summary

BASF in Beachwood, OH, is seeking a Senior Chemical Process Technician for the pilot plant in the Lithium-ion Battery Research group. The role focuses on operating calcination pilot equipment, preparing materials, and maintaining detailed documentation for reports.

The position requires a BS in Chemistry/Materials/Chemical Engineering or related field with substantial lab experience, strong safety practices, and proficiency with lab instrumentation and Excel.

Qualifications

• Strong laboratory capabilities, meticulous record-keeping, and safe handling of chemicals, materials and equipment.
• Experience with stoichiometric calculations and lab instrumentation.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills; attention to detail and safety are essential.

Responsibilities

• Operate calcination pilot equipment and support calcination of cathode active materials at 5–100 kg scale.
• Prepare raw materials based on stoichiometric requirements and handle lifting with safety gear.
• Record and maintain testing results, logs, and observations for reports and documentation.

Skills

Attention to detail

Strong communication

Safety mindset

Record-keeping

Stoichiometry calculations

Education

BS in Chemistry/Materials/Chemical Engineering

Associate degree + 5+ years

High school diploma + 7+ years lab

Tools

Calcination pilot equipment

PAPR and safety gear

Electronic lab journal

Microsoft Excel

Analytical instrumentation

Job description

Now hiring! Senior Chemical Process Technician - Pilot Plant

Beachwood, OH

Day Shift

We are looking for a Senior Technician to join our Battery Materials team in Beachwood, Ohio.

Come create chemistry with us!

At BASF, we create chemistry for a sustainable future. We combine economic success with environmental protecion and social responsibility.

This position is in BASF’s Lithium-ion Battery Research and Development group in Beachwood, OH. The Senior Pilot Plant Technician carries out daily work in the calcination pilot plant.

During your day shift as a Senior Chemical Process Technician - Pilot Plant, you will

• Operate a wide range of calcination pilot equipment (mixers, mills, furnaces, blenders, etc.) and support calcination of cathode active materials at 5–100 kg scale.


• Prepare raw materials accurately based on stoichiometric requirements and handle repeated lifting/transfer of 50 lb sacks while using PAPR and safety gear for extended periods.


• Record, communicate, and maintain accurate testing results, logs, and experimental observations for reports and technical documentation.


• Create experiments and maintain detailed documentation in an electronic lab journal; troubleshoot minor issues and adapt non‑conforming samples.


• Manage inventory, prepare shipping documents, and coordinate sample submissions while entering analytical results into electronic databases.


• Participate in team activities including safety, housekeeping, and maintaining proper storage and organization of sample inventory.


• Complete daily housekeeping and uphold consistent operational standards in the work area.

If you...

• Hold a BS in Chemistry, Material Science, Chemical Engineering, or a related scientific field with 3+ years of experience; maintain an Associate degree with 5+ years of experience; or bring a high school diploma with 7+ years of laboratory experience.


• Demonstrate strong laboratory capabilities, including meticulous record‑keeping and safe handling of chemicals, materials, and equipment.


• Exhibit exceptional attention to detail and experience performing stoichiometric calculations.


• Show proven competence with laboratory instrumentation and analytical methodologies.


• Demonstrate a solid commitment to safety standards and familiarity with pilot‑plant operating protocols.


• Bring excellent verbal and written communication skills for clear reporting and documentation.


• Display proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, including Excel, Word, and Outlook.

Create your own chemistry with you@BASF

At BASF, you will have the chance to do meaningful work towards building a more sustainable future. In addition to competitive compensation and benefits, BASF provides you with access to a wide range of elements to help you be your best. It’s what we call you@BASF. We are committed to providing benefits, programs, and opportunities that support our employees’ overall well-being, personal growth, and a safe, collaborative, and inclusive work environment.

Just some of the many benefits we offer include:

• Flexible work arrangements whenever possible


• Highly competitive retirement savings plan with company match and investment options


• Well-being programs that include comprehensive mental health support for you and your household family members


• Family forming benefits (fertility, adoption and surrogacy reimbursement, maternity/parental leave, and more)


• Back-up child and elder care with discount programs for families of all ages and stages


• Mentoring and career development opportunities that allow you to share, learn, and thrive


• Matching gifts program that allows you to deepen the impact of your contributions to qualified charities.


• Employee crisis support for when the unexpected happens


• Access to our BASF wine cellar, employee discounts, and much more!

About us

As one of the largest chemical companies in North America we have been finding solutions for your everyday needs and addressing the most complex economic, environmental, and sustainability challenges for more than 150 years!

At BASF we empower our employees with the tools, guidance and opportunities they need to advance and succeed in work and life. Giving you the support you need to be your best and fulfill your personal ambitions is what helps us create chemistry. After all, our success is linked to yours. Whatever path you envision, BASF is a great place to build a rewarding, successful career.

Belong to Something Bigger. #belongatBASF

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Equal employment opportunities

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