Sr. Laboratory Technician

BASF SE; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 50,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company as a Sr. Laboratory Technician where you will play a vital role in ensuring product quality and innovation. In this dynamic position, you will analyze various chemical samples, collaborate with production teams, and utilize advanced software tools to enhance quality reporting. Your expertise will not only contribute to continuous improvement in lab processes but also support the overall mission of building a more sustainable future. With a commitment to employee well-being and personal growth, this established industry player offers a collaborative and inclusive work environment, making it an ideal place to advance your career.

Benefits

Flexible work arrangements

Retirement savings plan with company match

Comprehensive mental health support

Family forming benefits

Back-up child and elder care

Mentoring and career development opportunities

Matching gifts program

Employee crisis support

Employee discounts

Access to BASF wine cellar

Qualifications

• 5+ years experience in a chemical manufacturing lab environment.
• Understanding of laboratory instrumentation and quality control techniques.

Responsibilities

• Analyze raw materials and evaluate their suitability for production.
• Generate quality data to support plant personnel in process control.

Skills

Teamwork

Chemical measurement processes

Basic chemistry knowledge

Quality assurance and control

Math and statistics

Education

Associates degree in Chemistry

Technical degree in analytical testing

Tools

Lotus Notes

LabWare

SAP

Microsoft Office

Power BI

Job description

During your 8-hour shift as a Sr. Laboratory Technician, you will

- Analyze raw materials, intermediate products, finished products and other chemical samples and evaluate suitability according to established specifications to ensure quality and availability of final product.

- Analyze samples, provide quality data and become an active member along with the Lab Supervisor and Production personnel to provide innovative ideas to improve lab and plant processes and demonstrate continuous improvement.

- Know, understand and use software tools such as Lotus Notes, LabWare, SAP, Microsoft Office Programs, etc. which enhance quality reporting.

- Ensure the suitability of laboratory equipment through proper operation, maintenance, calibration, verification and good quality control and assessment activities.

- Generate quality data and significant statistical data to support plant personnel in their efforts to enhance process control, meet customer requirements and continuously improve our product quality characteristics.

If you...

- Have the ability to work as part of a team, understand chemical and instrument measurement processes, be self-motivated, and willing to develop technical knowledge and understanding of the chemical and measurement processes involved in their respective units.

- Minimum 2-year Associates degree in Chemistry or 2-year technical degree in analytical testing in Chemistry or related field is preferred. 5+ years’ experience working in a chemical manufacturing laboratory environment.

- Basic understanding of general chemistry.

- Basic understanding of theory, operation, calibration, maintenance and troubleshooting of laboratory instrumentation such as gas chromatographs, viscometers, spectrophotometers, pH meters, titrators, etc.

- Basic understanding of the techniques of quality assurance and quality control.

- Basic understanding of math and statistics.

- Basic understanding of ISO/RCMS quality system requirements.

- Basic computer skills using software packages such as Microsoft Office, Power BI, SAP, Lotus Notes, etc.

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

We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, age, citizenship, color, religion, sex, marital status, national origin, disability status, gender identity or expression, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis.

At BASF you get more than just compensation. Our total offer includes a wide range of elements you need to be your best in every stage of your life. That’s what we call you@BASF. Click here to learn more.